Lake Placid to New Bedford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Placid from New Bedford?

The distance from Lake Placid to New Bedford is 239.2 miles (384.9 km) as the crow flies. New Bedford is located SE of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 298.9 miles, taking about 6h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Lake Placid in New York and New Bedford in Massachusetts.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Placid and New Bedford. 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.