Long Island to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

2127.1 miles 3423.3 km · straight line
2716.1 miles actual route 4371.2 km · driving distance
50h 55min estimated drive time
$261 - $322 estimated fuel cost
~4h 47min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Long Island from Mexico City?

The distance from Long Island to Mexico City is 2127.1 miles (3423.3 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located SW of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2716.1 miles, taking about 50h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 47min. Long Island is in New York, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Island and Mexico City. 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 Long Island to Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 50h 55min $261 - $322 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~61h 6min $217–$407* Budget
Train ~66h 12min $326–$951* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 709 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 177 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 11.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM