Frederick to Niagara-on-the-Lake: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279 miles 449 km · straight line
348.8 miles estimated 561.3 km · driving distance
7h 1min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
343° NNW bearing direction

How far is Frederick from Niagara-on-the-Lake?

The distance from Frederick to Niagara-on-the-Lake is 279 miles (449 km) as the crow flies. Niagara-on-the-Lake is located NNW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 348.8 miles, taking about 7h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Frederick is in Maryland, United States, while Niagara-on-the-Lake is in Ontario, 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. 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 Frederick and Niagara-on-the-Lake. 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 Frederick to Niagara-on-the-Lake

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 1min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 25min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 40min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & Niagara-on-the-Lake

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
Niagara-on-the-Lake
43.26°N, 79.07°W
America/Toronto
79m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients