Union City
New Jersey
Union City is located in New Jersey, approximately 83 miles from Philadelphia. The most popular drive from Union City is to New York. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.
Driving Times from Union City
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Routes to Union City
Frequently Asked Questions
How Far Is Union City from Major Cities?
Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Union City to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Philadelphia, roughly 100 miles away by road.
Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.
Nearest Major Airports to Union City
If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Union City by road:
Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.
Driving from Union City: What to Know
Located in New Jersey in the Northeast, Union City is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. 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.