Cortland to Montreal: Road Trip Guide & Distance

238.7 miles 384.2 km · straight line
298.4 miles estimated 480.3 km · driving distance
6h 0min estimated drive time
$29 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
32° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cortland from Montreal?

The distance from Cortland to Montreal is 238.7 miles (384.2 km) as the crow flies. Montreal is located NNE of Cortland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.4 miles, taking about 6h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Cortland is in New York, United States, while Montreal is in Quebec, Canada.

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. 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 Cortland and Montreal. 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 Cortland to Montreal

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 0min $29 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 12min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 42min $36–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cortland & Montreal

Quick Facts

Cortland
42.60°N, 76.18°W
America/New_York
344m elevation
Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients