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

228.2 miles 367.3 km · straight line
285.3 miles estimated 459.1 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Batavia, New York from Lake Placid?

The distance from Batavia, New York to Lake Placid is 228.2 miles (367.3 km) as the crow flies. Lake Placid is located ENE of Batavia, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.3 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Batavia, 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.

How to Get from Batavia, New York to Lake Placid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Batavia, New York & Lake Placid

Quick Facts

Batavia, New York
43.00°N, 78.19°W
America/New_York
272m elevation
Lake Placid
44.28°N, 73.98°W
America/New_York
570m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients