Cities Near Jersey City
Cities near Jersey City, New Jersey: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Newark, West New York, Park Slope. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Jersey City, New Jersey is Newark, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| West New York | 5 mi / 9 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Park Slope | 6 mi / 10 km | 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Passaic | 9 mi / 15 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Corona | 11 mi / 18 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Staten Island | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Fordham | 13 mi / 21 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Wayne | 17 mi / 28 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Perth Amboy | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Plainfield | 18 mi / 30 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Jersey City
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Newark, West New York, Park Slope, Passaic, Corona. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Jersey City include Newark, West New York, Park Slope, Passaic, Corona. The closest is Newark, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.