Northampton, Massachusetts to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.5 miles 422.5 km · straight line
328.1 miles estimated 528.1 km · driving distance
6h 36min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Northampton, Massachusetts from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada?

The distance from Northampton, Massachusetts to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is 262.5 miles (422.5 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is located NW of Northampton, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 328.1 miles, taking about 6h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Northampton, Massachusetts is in Massachusetts, United States, while Ottawa, Ontario, Canada is in Ontario, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Northampton, Massachusetts and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Northampton, Massachusetts to Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 36min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 55min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 16min $39–$115* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Northampton, Massachusetts & Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Quick Facts

Northampton, Massachusetts
42.33°N, 72.64°W
America/New_York
76m elevation
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
45.42°N, 75.70°W
America/Toronto
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients