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

699.5 miles 1125.8 km · straight line
815.8 miles actual route 1312.9 km · driving distance
15h 37min estimated drive time
$79 - $97 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Louisville?

The distance from Albany, New York to Louisville is 699.5 miles (1125.8 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located WSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 815.8 miles, taking about 15h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Louisville in Kentucky.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 37min $79 - $97 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 44min $65–$122* Budget
Train ~20h 18min $98–$286* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Louisville

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 233 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM