Halifax to Lawrence, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

402 miles 647 km · straight line
482.4 miles estimated 776.4 km · driving distance
9h 42min estimated drive time
CAD 78 - CAD 96 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is Halifax from Lawrence, Massachusetts?

The distance from Halifax to Lawrence, Massachusetts is 402 miles (647 km) as the crow flies. Lawrence, Massachusetts is located WSW of Halifax. By car, the driving distance is approximately 482.4 miles, taking about 9h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Halifax is in Nova Scotia, Canada, while Lawrence, Massachusetts is in Massachusetts, United States.

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 Halifax and Lawrence, Massachusetts. 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 Halifax to Lawrence, Massachusetts

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 42min CAD 78 - CAD 96 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 38min $39–$72* Budget
Train ~9h 13min $58–$169* Comfort

Quick Facts

Halifax
44.65°N, 63.58°W
America/Halifax
0m elevation
Lawrence, Massachusetts
42.71°N, 71.16°W
America/New_York
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 134 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients