Distance from New York, New York to Watchung, New Jersey
The driving distance from New York, New York to Watchung, New Jersey is 31 mi (49.9 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 14.8 mi (23.9 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 43 minutes
This route includes Toll roads along the way.
We found 3 routes between New York and Watchung.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Continue to Jersey City
Follow I-78 W, I-78 Express W/Phillipsburg–Newark Expy and I-78 W to Drift Rd in Watchung. Take exit 41 from I-78 W
Drive to Valley Rd
Route Directions
Take 6th Ave/Ave of the Americas and I-78 W to NJ-139 W in Jersey City
Take US-1 S/US-9 S, I-78 Express W/Phillipsburg–Newark Expy and I-78 W to Hillcrest Rd in Warren. Take exit 40 from I-78 W
Continue on Hillcrest Rd. Drive to Valley Rd in Watchung
Route Directions
Get on I-78 W/Holland Tunnel from Church St and 6th Ave/Ave of the Americas
Continue on I-78 W. Take US-1 S/US-9 S, US-1 Truck S/US-9 Truck S and US-22 W to Bonnie Burn Rd in Scotch Plains
Drive to Valley Rd in Watchung
Journey Details
Traveling from New York, New York to Watchung, New Jersey covers 27.4 miles (44 km) in a west direction. This secondary roads, moderate route typically takes 47 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (27-31 miles / 44-50 km). The primary route shown here saves no time compared to alternatives.
The route features scenic views, toll sections. During night weekday travel, expect minimal traffic congestion with average speeds around 34 mph (55 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
New York
Starting Point
Watchung
Destination
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