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

197.1 miles 317.2 km · straight line
246.4 miles estimated 396.5 km · driving distance
4h 57min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Montreal?

The distance from Albany, New York to Montreal is 197.1 miles (317.2 km) as the crow flies. Montreal is located N of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 246.4 miles, taking about 4h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Albany, New York is in New York, United States, while Montreal is in Quebec, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Montreal. 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 Montreal

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 57min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 56min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 42min $30–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Montreal

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 126.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients