Germantown, Maryland to Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.6 miles 461.2 km · straight line
358.2 miles estimated 576.5 km · driving distance
7h 12min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
341° NNW bearing direction

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada is 286.6 miles (461.2 km) as the crow flies. Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada is located NNW of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.2 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Germantown, Maryland is in Maryland, United States, while Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada 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 Germantown, Maryland and Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. 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 Germantown, Maryland to Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 12min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 38min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 50min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Germantown, Maryland & Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Germantown, Maryland
39.17°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
134m elevation
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
43.09°N, 79.08°W
America/Toronto
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients