How far is Woodbury, NJ from Jersey City, NJ?
Fastest route
The route from Woodbury, New Jersey to Jersey City, New Jersey is approximately 93.2 miles long and takes around 1 hour and 42 minutes via I-95 N. The route has tolls.
Directions
- Head northwest on Cooper St toward S Broad St.
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto N Broad St. Pass by AutoZone Auto Parts (on the left in 1.1 mi).
- Merge onto I-295 N via the ramp on the left to I-76/Camden/Philadelphia.
- Continue on I-295 N. Take NJ Tpke and I-95 N to Center St in Jersey City. Take the Columbus Drive exit from I-78 E/New Jersey Tpke Newark Bay Ext.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the I-295 N exit.
- Take exit 36 A to merge onto NJ-73 S toward Berlin.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp to Turnpike Entrance. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for New York and merge onto NJ Tpke (Toll road).
- Keep right at the fork to stay on NJ Tpke, following signs for New Jersey Tpke (Toll road).
- Continue onto I-95 N/NJ Tpke (Toll road).
- Use the 2nd from the right lane to take exit 14-14C for I-78 toward US-1/US-9/Newark Arpt/Holland Tunl (Toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to continue on Exit 14 A-C, following signs for I-78 E/Bayonne/Jersey City/Holland Tunnel and merge onto I-78 E/New Jersey Tpke Newark Bay Ext (Toll road).
- Take the Columbus Drive exit toward Jersey City (Toll road).
- Take Columbus Dr to your destination.
- Use the right lane to merge onto Center St. Center St turns slightly right and becomes Columbus Dr.
- Turn right onto Marin Blvd. Your destination is in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to check traffic conditions before starting your journey.
- 💰 Keep in mind that this route has tolls, so be prepared with sufficient change or an electronic toll collection device.
- 🛣️ Follow the signs for I-295 N, NJ Tpke, and I-95 N to stay on the correct highways.
- ⚠️ Pay attention to the Columbus Drive exit when approaching Jersey City.
- 📱 Consider using a navigation app or GPS device for real-time guidance during your trip.
- 🕒 Allow extra time for unexpected delays, especially during peak travel hours.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough in Mercer County, New Jersey
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodbury and Jersey City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury and Jersey City.
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Start on Cooper Street
35 m · 8 sec · Cooper Street
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Turn right onto North Broad Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Broad Street
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Turn right onto Edith Avenue
72 m · 10 sec · Edith Avenue
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4
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
755 ft · 15 sec · Washington Avenue
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Continue on Broadway
852 ft · 19 sec · Broadway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Broadway
2651 ft · 45 sec · Broadway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 North: Walt Whitman Bridge
1272 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
11.7 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NJ 73 South: Berlin
1717 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
1245 ft · 19 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
2639 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on NJTP North: New York
2795 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
14.6 mi · 17 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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14
Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
56.4 mi · 1 hr 7 min · New Jersey Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
1.1 mi · 1 min · New Jersey Turnpike Eastern Spur
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Take the exit slight right toward US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Newark, Jersey City
2138 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North: Jersey City, Doremus Avenue
98 m · 8 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 1 North Truck, US 9 North Truck: Jersey City
1290 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lincoln Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Highway
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Take the exit slight left toward US 1 Truck North, US 9 Truck North
1.1 km · 2 min
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Turn right onto Duncan Avenue
2210 ft · 52 sec · Duncan Avenue
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Turn left onto Olean Avenue
96 m · 14 sec · Olean Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Olean Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodbury and Jersey City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
New Jersey Turnpike
Keep slight right to continue on New Jersey Turnpike
56.4 mi · 01h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Woodbury and Partly Sunny near Jersey City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodbury to Jersey City?
The road trip is about 90.8 miles (146.2 km) and usually takes 01h 37m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hightstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.3 miles from Woodbury and 45.5 miles from Jersey City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.6 miles (134.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.08 one way or $26.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Woodbury and Partly Sunny near Jersey City.
Stop Ideas Near Hightstown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall
Trenton City Hall
Trenton Health & Human Services
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hightstown.
Princeton Junction station
Trenton Transit Center
New Brunswick station
Metropark station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodbury and Jersey City. Straight-line distance: 83.62 mi (134.57 km).
#1 Woodbury
City in New Jersey
| Population | 9,813 |
| Coordinates | 39.8381700, -75.1526800 |
| Altitude | 17 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jersey City
The second most populous city in New Jersey and the center of the Jersey City metropolitan area.
| Population | 262,075 |
| Coordinates | 40.7281600, -74.0776400 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Olean Avenue (-74.077772, 40.728219)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $13.08 | $26.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $14.72 | $29.43 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $15.85 | $31.71 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $19.14 | $38.27 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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