Montgomery, Alabama to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

891.6 miles 1434.9 km · straight line
1047.9 miles actual route 1686.4 km · driving distance
19h 37min estimated drive time
$101 - $124 estimated fuel cost
~2h 18min flight time
46° NE bearing direction

How far is Montgomery, Alabama from New York?

The distance from Montgomery, Alabama to New York is 891.6 miles (1434.9 km) as the crow flies. New York is located NE of Montgomery, Alabama. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1047.9 miles, taking about 19h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 18min. Both are located in United States — Montgomery, Alabama in Alabama and New York in New York.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Montgomery, Alabama and New York. 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 Montgomery, Alabama to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 37min $101 - $124 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 32min $84–$157* Budget
Train ~25h 30min $126–$367* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Montgomery, Alabama & New York

Quick Facts

Montgomery, Alabama
32.38°N, 86.31°W
America/Chicago
73m elevation
New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 297 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 74 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM