New York to Utica: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176.7 miles 284.3 km · straight line
239.7 miles actual route 385.8 km · driving distance
4h 49min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is New York from Utica?

The distance from New York to Utica is 176.7 miles (284.3 km) as the crow flies. Utica is located NNW of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 239.7 miles, taking about 4h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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. 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. 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 Utica. 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 Utica

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 49min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 47min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 35min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New York & Utica

Quick Facts

New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Utica
43.10°N, 75.23°W
America/New_York
139m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 141 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM