Driving from Albany to Jersey City
Jersey City lies 216 km (134 mi) south of Albany, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 263 km (163 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Albany | Jersey City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 101,228 | 264,290 |
| Elevation | 50 m (164 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Postal codes | 12201–12288 | 07097–07399 |
Where to book car hire from Albany to Jersey City
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Staying in Jersey City
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Common questions
How far is Jersey City from Albany?
216 km (134 mi) in a straight line, south of Albany; by road roughly 263 km (163 mi).
How long does it take to get from Albany to Jersey City by car?
About 2 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Albany and Jersey City?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.