Lake Placid to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

246.4 miles 396.6 km · straight line
288.1 miles actual route 463.6 km · driving distance
5h 56min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
180° S bearing direction

How far is Lake Placid from New York?

The distance from Lake Placid to New York is 246.4 miles (396.6 km) as the crow flies. New York is located S of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.1 miles, taking about 5h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 56min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 7min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 38min $35–$101* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Lake Placid & New York

Quick Facts

Lake Placid
44.28°N, 73.98°W
America/New_York
570m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 101 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM