Boston, Massachusetts to Lake Placid: Road Trip Guide & Distance

197.8 miles 318.4 km · straight line
262.5 miles actual route 422.4 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
313° NW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Lake Placid?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Lake Placid is 197.8 miles (318.4 km) as the crow flies. Lake Placid is located NW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.5 miles, taking about 6h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Lake Placid in New York.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Lake Placid. 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 Lake Placid

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Lake Placid

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m 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 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 125.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM