Lake Placid to London, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Placid from London, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Lake Placid to London, Ontario, Canada is 373.4 miles (601 km) as the crow flies. London, Ontario, Canada is located WSW of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 448.1 miles, taking about 9h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Lake Placid is in New York, United States, while London, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

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 Lake Placid and London, 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.