Albany, New York to Annapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

291.4 miles 468.9 km · straight line
364.2 miles estimated 586.1 km · driving distance
7h 20min estimated drive time
$35 - $43 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
210° SSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Annapolis?

The distance from Albany, New York to Annapolis is 291.4 miles (468.9 km) as the crow flies. Annapolis is located SSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 364.2 miles, taking about 7h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Annapolis in Maryland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Annapolis. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, New York to Annapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 20min $35 - $43 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 48min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~6h 58min $44–$127* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Annapolis

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Annapolis
38.98°N, 76.49°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients