Lake Placid to Waterville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Placid from Waterville?

The distance from Lake Placid to Waterville is 215.4 miles (346.6 km) as the crow flies. Waterville is located E of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 269.2 miles, taking about 5h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Lake Placid in New York and Waterville in Maine.

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 Waterville. 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.