Summit
New Jersey
Summit is located in New Jersey, approximately 19 miles from New York. The most popular drive from Summit is to New York. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.
Driving Times from Summit
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Is Summit from Major Cities?
Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Summit to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is New York, roughly 25 miles away by road.
Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.
Nearest Major Airports to Summit
If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Summit by road:
Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.
Driving from Summit: What to Know
As a New Jersey starting point, Summit gives drivers straightforward access to the Northeast's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. 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.