Boston, Massachusetts to Canton, Ohio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

543.8 miles 875.2 km · straight line
646.9 miles actual route 1041.1 km · driving distance
12h 33min estimated drive time
$62 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Canton, Ohio?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Canton, Ohio is 543.8 miles (875.2 km) as the crow flies. Canton, Ohio is located W of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 646.9 miles, taking about 12h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Canton, Ohio in Ohio.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Canton, Ohio. 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 Boston, Massachusetts to Canton, Ohio

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 33min $62 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 4min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~16h 19min $78–$226* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Canton, Ohio

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Canton, Ohio
40.80°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
323m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 181 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM