Jackson is located at the center of New Jersey, with Highway I-195 providing easy access to the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway.Jackson lies within commuting distance of major urban centers, located only 60 miles from New York City and 25 miles from Center City Philadelphia.Calling itself "the Gateway to the Jersey Shore," Jackson is only a short distance from the fun and excitement of the shore area.
New Jersey Transit runs trains to New York City from Belmar, and buses to New York City from neighboring Lakewood and Howell.Air travel is made easy via Newark International, Philadelphia, LaGuardia and Kennedy airports.