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Distance from Caldwell to Elizabeth

Driving Distance
19.8 mi 31.9 km
Flying Distance
12.5 mi 20.2 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Caldwell, New Jersey to Elizabeth, New Jersey is 19.8 mi (31.9 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 12.5 mi (20.2 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 2 min

The estimated travel time by road is 36 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, moderate in a south direction. Average speeds around 34 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Caldwell
Place Caldwell
State/Province New Jersey
Country US
Latitude 40.838951
Longitude -74.275003
GPS 40.838951° N, 74.275003° W
Local Time 11:11 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Elizabeth
Place Elizabeth
State/Province New Jersey
Country US
Latitude 40.663624
Longitude -74.211683
GPS 40.663624° N, 74.211683° W
Local Time 11:11 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Caldwell, New Jersey to Elizabeth, New Jersey covers 19.8 mi (31.9 km) in a south direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 36 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (19.4-23.2 miles / 31-37 km).

The route features scenic views, toll sections. with average speeds around 34 mph (55 km/h).

Available Routes

I-280 E
19.8 mi 36 minutes
Shortest Tolls
I-280 E and Garden State Pkwy S
23.2 mi 34 minutes
Fastest Tolls
I-280 E and NJ-21 S
19.4 mi 38 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.