Lake Placid to West Albany: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lake Placid from West Albany?

The distance from Lake Placid to West Albany is 110.8 miles (178.3 km) as the crow flies. West Albany is located S of Lake Placid. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.5 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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. 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 West Albany. 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.