Albany, New York to Whitby, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

273.9 miles 440.8 km · straight line
342.4 miles estimated 551 km · driving distance
6h 53min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Whitby, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Albany, New York to Whitby, Ontario, Canada is 273.9 miles (440.8 km) as the crow flies. Whitby, Ontario, Canada is located WNW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 342.4 miles, taking about 6h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Albany, New York is in New York, United States, while Whitby, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, 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. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Whitby, Ontario, Canada. 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 Whitby, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 53min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 16min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 32min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Whitby, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
43.88°N, 78.93°W
America/Toronto
87m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients