Lake Placid is closer than you think
Welcome to Lake Placid!
Lake Placid is about five hours drive from major northeast metropolitan areas, including New York City and Boston; less than four hours from Ottawa, Canada, and Syracuse, NY; and two to three hours from Albany, NY, Burlington, VT, and Montreal, Canada! View our travel services page to find available rentals and transportation.
Driving distance and time to Lake Placid
- Burlington, VT: 62 miles / 2 hours
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Montreal, Canada: 180 kilometers / 2 hours
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Albany, NY: 140 miles / 2.5 hours
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Syracuse, NY: 195 miles / 3.5 hours
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Ottawa, Canada: 236 kilometers / 3.5 hours
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Hartford, CT: 250 miles / 4.5 hours
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Rochester, NY: 259 miles / 4.5 hours
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New York City: 288 miles / 5 hours
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Boston, MA: 306 miles / 5 hours
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Buffalo, NY: 337 miles / 6 hours
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Toronto, Canada: 531 kilometers / 6 hours
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Pittsburgh, PA: 548 miles / 10 hours
Regional airports
Airports near Lake Placid
Lake Placid is approximately a two-hour drive from the international airports in Albany, NY (ALB), Burlington, VT (BTV), and Montreal, QC (YUL). Car rental services are available at all three airports.
Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG), located an hour north of Lake Placid, has connections to and from major airports with connecting flights through American and United Airlines. PBG serves:
- Philadelphia, PA (PHL)
- Dulles International (IAD)
- Orlando, FL (MCO)
- St. Petersburg/Tampa, FL (PIE, seasonal)
- Fort Myers/Punta Gorda, FL (PGD, seasonal)
- Myrtle Beach, SC (MYR, seasonal beginning May 15th)
In neighboring Saranac Lake Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) and Cape Air provides nonstop service to and from Boston's Logan Airport (BOS) and New York's JFK to Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK). There, you can arrange for a car service pick-up, a taxi, or a car rental. The flight from Boston to Saranac Lake is approximately 90 minutes, and is a 20-minute drive to Lake Placid.
Lake Placid Airport (LKP) is located minutes from town and accommodates chartered flights, including small private or corporate aircraft.
Additional travel options
Bus and car
Adirondack Trailways offers bus service from New York City, Port Authority Terminal, and bus terminal points north, with drop-offs at Lake Placid and Saranac Lake — close to hotels, restaurants, and shops in both communities.
To ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience, we encourage all visitors to arrange their transportation to and from airports and bus stops well in advance. Ride services such as Uber and taxis are sparse throughout the region—even during peak seasons—and private car rentals are also limited. Planning ahead gives you peace of mind and more time to explore all that Lake Placid has to offer.
Planning your trip to Lake Placid? Find essential travel resources, including transportation options, maps, visitor guides, and local services to make your journey seamless.
Explore a detailed map of the region to plan your route and navigate your way to Lake Placid with ease. Whether you're driving through scenic mountain passes, following major highways, or seeking the most picturesque backroads, you'll find the best path to this Adirondack destination.
Getting to Lake Placid is part of the adventure! Enjoy scenic routes through the Adirondacks, whether you're driving along the picturesque High Peaks Byway or taking the winding roads past lakes and mountain vistas.
Lake Placid offers a range of travel services to make getting around easy, including shuttles, taxis, and car rentals. Whether you're exploring Main Street, heading to the slopes, or venturing into the Adirondacks, convenient transportation options ensure a smooth and stress-free trip.
