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

276 miles 444.1 km · straight line
324.5 miles actual route 522.3 km · driving distance
6h 37min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
214° SSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Baltimore?

The distance from Albany, New York to Baltimore is 276 miles (444.1 km) as the crow flies. Baltimore is located SSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 324.5 miles, taking about 6h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Baltimore in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Baltimore. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Baltimore

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 37min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 56min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 17min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Baltimore

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM