Glen Ridge

New Jersey

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Destinations

Glen Ridge is located in New Jersey, approximately 12 miles from New York. The most popular drive from Glen Ridge is to New York. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Glen Ridge

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

New York
36 miles
1h 17min

Nearby Cities

Newark (5 mi)Passaic (5 mi)Maplewood (6 mi)

Routes to Glen Ridge

New York → Glen Ridge

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Glen Ridge from New York?
Glen Ridge is approximately 36 miles from New York, taking around 1h 17min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Glen Ridge?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including New York, Glen Ridge.
How many routes from Glen Ridge?
Glen Ridge has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Glen Ridge from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Glen Ridge to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is New York, roughly 15 miles away by road.

New York~15 mi · 15 min
Philadelphia~95 mi · 1h 45m
Hartford~125 mi · 2h 15m
Providence~195 mi · 3h 15m
Baltimore~200 mi · 3h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Glen Ridge

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Glen Ridge by road:

New York JFK~30 mi · 30 min
Philadelphia (PHL)~100 mi · 1h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Glen Ridge: What to Know

Glen Ridge sits in New Jersey, in the Northeast, and most trips out of town start on the local highway network before joining the interstate system. Fill up before you leave — fuel is usually cheaper in town than at highway service plazas — and check conditions before longer drives, since weather in the Northeast can change travel times considerably. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-95, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Glen Ridge

Looking to hit the road from Glen Ridge? Browse 3 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Glen Ridge connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.