Boston, Massachusetts to Hamilton, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

450.7 miles 725.4 km · straight line
515.2 miles actual route 829.1 km · driving distance
10h 13min estimated drive time
$50 - $61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
281° W bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is 450.7 miles (725.4 km) as the crow flies. Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is located W of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 515.2 miles, taking about 10h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Boston, Massachusetts is in Massachusetts, United States, while Hamilton, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Boston, Massachusetts and Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 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 Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 13min $50 - $61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 16min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~9h 42min $62–$180* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
43.26°N, 79.87°W
America/Toronto
78m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 150 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM