Distance from Union City, New Jersey to New York, New York
The driving distance from Union City, New Jersey to New York, New York is 7 mi (11.3 km)
The straight-line (air) distance is approximately 2.8 mi (4.5 km)
Estimated travel time by road is 28 minutes
This route includes Toll roads along the way.
We found 2 routes between Union City and New York.
Available Routes
Route Directions
Take NJ-495 E, NY-495 E, 9th Ave, 7th Ave and Varick St to your destination in Manhattan, New York
Route Directions
Get on NJ-495 W in North Bergen
Take US-1 S/US-9 S/Tonnelle Ave, NJ-139 E and I-78 E to Varick St in Manhattan, New York. Take exit 4 from I-78 E
Continue on Varick St to your destination
Journey Details
Traveling from Union City, New Jersey to New York, New York covers 7.2 miles (12 km) in a south direction. This local streets, short route typically takes 26 minutes under normal conditions.
Drivers have 2 route options between these locations (7-8 miles / 11-13 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 20 mph (32 km/h) .
Journey Waypoints
Union City
Starting Point
New York
Destination
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