Lake Ridge to Long Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.5 miles 425.7 km · straight line
304.8 miles actual route 490.5 km · driving distance
6h 32min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Lake Ridge from Long Island?

The distance from Lake Ridge to Long Island is 264.5 miles (425.7 km) as the crow flies. Long Island is located NE of Lake Ridge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.8 miles, taking about 6h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Lake Ridge in Virginia and Long Island in New York.

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 Ridge and Long Island. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Ridge to Long Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 32min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 50min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~6h 12min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Ridge & Long Island

Quick Facts

Lake Ridge
38.69°N, 77.30°W
America/New_York
85m elevation
Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM