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Distance from Scotch Plains to Union

Driving Distance
13.3 mi 21.4 km
Flying Distance
7.4 mi 11.9 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Scotch Plains, New Jersey to Union, New Jersey is 13.3 mi (21.4 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 7.4 mi (11.9 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 17 minutes

Traveling secondary roads, short in a east direction. Average speeds around 37 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Scotch Plains
Place Scotch Plains
State/Province New Jersey
Country US
Latitude 40.649525
Longitude -74.396619
GPS 40.649525° N, 74.396619° W
Local Time 8:27 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Destination:

Union
Place Union
State/Province New Jersey
Country US
Latitude 40.696392
Longitude -74.269978
GPS 40.696392° N, 74.269978° W
Local Time 8:27 PM
Timezone America/New_York

Journey Summary

Traveling from Scotch Plains, New Jersey to Union, New Jersey covers 13.3 mi (21.4 km) in a east direction. This secondary roads, short route typically takes 17 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (8.6-13.3 miles / 14-21 km). The primary route shown here saves 5 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 37 mph (60 km/h).

Available Routes

I-78 E
13.3 mi 17 minutes
Shortest
US-22 E and Morris Ave
9.4 mi 20 minutes
US-22 E
8.6 mi 15 minutes
Fastest

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.