New York to Williamsport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

160.4 miles 258.2 km · straight line
188.9 miles actual route 304 km · driving distance
4h 0min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is New York from Williamsport?

The distance from New York to Williamsport is 160.4 miles (258.2 km) as the crow flies. Williamsport is located WNW of New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 188.9 miles, taking about 4h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — New York in New York and Williamsport in Pennsylvania.

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 Williamsport. 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 Williamsport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 0min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 48min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 48min $23–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between New York & Williamsport

Quick Facts

New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Williamsport
41.24°N, 77.00°W
America/New_York
158m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 155.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM