Lake Placid to Saratoga Springs, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Placid from Saratoga Springs, New York?

The distance from Lake Placid to Saratoga Springs, New York is 83.3 miles (134 km) as the crow flies. Saratoga Springs, New York is located S of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 104.1 miles, taking about 2h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Saratoga Springs, New York. 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.