Ridgewood to West Milford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

16.8 miles 27 km · straight line
21.8 miles estimated 35.1 km · driving distance
26min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
309° NW bearing direction

How far is Ridgewood from West Milford?

The distance from Ridgewood to West Milford is 16.8 miles (27 km) as the crow flies. West Milford is located NW of Ridgewood. By car, the driving distance is approximately 21.8 miles, taking about 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ridgewood and West Milford. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ridgewood to West Milford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 26min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Ridgewood & West Milford

Quick Facts

Ridgewood
40.98°N, 74.12°W
America/New_York
35m elevation
West Milford
41.13°N, 74.37°W
America/New_York
212m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients