Jacksonville to Jersey City by train
Jersey City lies 1,343 km (834 mi) north-east of Jacksonville, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 18 h 10 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 1,638 km (1,018 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Jacksonville | Jersey City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1 million | 264,290 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Jacksonville, Central | Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, Exchange Place |
| Postal codes | 32099–32277 | 07097–07399 |
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Common questions
How far is Jersey City from Jacksonville?
1,343 km (834 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Jacksonville; by road roughly 1,638 km (1,018 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jacksonville to Jersey City by train?
About 18 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jacksonville and Jersey City?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.