Lake Placid to North Conway: Road Trip Guide & Distance

142.2 miles 228.8 km · straight line
177.7 miles estimated 286 km · driving distance
3h 35min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
95° E bearing direction

How far is Lake Placid from North Conway?

The distance from Lake Placid to North Conway is 142.2 miles (228.8 km) as the crow flies. North Conway is located E of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 177.7 miles, taking about 3h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Lake Placid in New York and North Conway in New Hampshire.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Placid and North Conway. 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 Lake Placid to North Conway

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 35min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 18min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 24min $21–$62* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Placid & North Conway

Quick Facts

Lake Placid
44.28°N, 73.98°W
America/New_York
570m elevation
North Conway
44.05°N, 71.13°W
America/New_York
163m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 47 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 175.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients