Albany, New York to Lake Placid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Lake Placid?

The distance from Albany, New York to Lake Placid is 113 miles (181.8 km) as the crow flies. Lake Placid is located N of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 141.2 miles, taking about 2h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Lake Placid. 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.