Lake Placid to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Placid from Providence?

The distance from Lake Placid to Providence is 213.5 miles (343.6 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located SE of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.9 miles, taking about 5h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Lake Placid in New York and Providence in Rhode Island.

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 Providence. 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.