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

193.1 miles 310.8 km · straight line
241.4 miles estimated 388.5 km · driving distance
4h 51min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from Williamsport?

The distance from Albany, New York to Williamsport is 193.1 miles (310.8 km) as the crow flies. Williamsport is located WSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241.4 miles, taking about 4h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Williamsport in Pennsylvania.

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. 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 Williamsport. 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 Williamsport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 51min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 49min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & Williamsport

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
Williamsport
41.24°N, 77.00°W
America/New_York
158m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 128.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients