Moving from Newark, NJ to Boston, MA
Your Complete Guide
257
Miles
4.7 hrs
Drive Time
I-90 / I-80
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
State Transition Guide: New Jersey → Massachusetts
Moving from New Jersey to Massachusetts? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in Massachusetts
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 7 days in Massachusetts
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Massachusetts
- Auto insurance must be purchased before registering a vehicle
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- The millionaire's tax adds 4% surcharge on income over $1M
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 257 miles via I-90 / I-80, taking about 4.7 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 1 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.