New York to Rockland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

187.7 miles 302 km · straight line
224.1 miles actual route 360.6 km · driving distance
5h 2min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
58° ENE bearing direction

How far is New York from Rockland?

The distance from New York to Rockland is 187.7 miles (302 km) as the crow flies. Rockland is located ENE of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 224.1 miles, taking about 5h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — New York in New York and Rockland in Massachusetts.

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. 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 New York and Rockland. 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 New York to Rockland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 2min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 2min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 47min $27–$78* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New York & Rockland

Quick Facts

New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Rockland
42.13°N, 70.92°W
America/New_York
49m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 63 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 132.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM