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

99.5 miles 160.1 km · straight line
124.3 miles estimated 200.1 km · driving distance
2h 30min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
92° E bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Fitchburg?

The distance from Albany, New York to Fitchburg is 99.5 miles (160.1 km) as the crow flies. Fitchburg is located E of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 124.3 miles, taking about 2h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Fitchburg in Massachusetts.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Fitchburg. 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 Fitchburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 30min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 0min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Fitchburg

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Fitchburg
42.58°N, 71.80°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 250.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients