Halifax to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

594.9 miles 957.4 km · straight line
865.9 miles actual route 1393.5 km · driving distance
17h 15min estimated drive time
CAD 140 - CAD 173 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Halifax from New York?

The distance from Halifax to New York is 594.9 miles (957.4 km) as the crow flies. New York is located WSW of Halifax. By car, the driving distance is approximately 865.9 miles, taking about 17h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Halifax is in Nova Scotia, Canada, while New York is in New York, United States.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Halifax and New York. 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 Halifax to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 15min CAD 140 - CAD 173 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 42min $69–$130* Budget
Train ~22h 26min $104–$303* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Halifax & New York

Quick Facts

Halifax
44.65°N, 63.58°W
America/Halifax
0m elevation
New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 198 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM