Cost to drive from Boston to New York City
Driving from Boston to New York City covers 214 miles (345 km) and takes about 4h 42min without stops. At Massachusetts's current fuel prices (week of 2026-07-20), the fuel for the trip costs about $29.35 in a typical petrol car — here's the full breakdown for petrol, diesel and electric.
| Location | Petrol/gal | Diesel/gal |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | $4.11 | $5.37 |
| New York City | $4.22 | $5.54 |
Enter your fuel economy and see stops along the way.
How this cost is calculated
We take the real driving distance between Boston and New York City (214 miles) from OpenStreetMap routing, then multiply by a typical car's fuel use and Massachusetts's current average pump price. The petrol figure assumes 30 MPG · 7.8 L/100km; diesel and EV use 35 MPG · 6.7 L/100km and 3.5 mi/kWh. Your real cost depends on your car, traffic, driving style and the stations you pick — use the planner for your exact numbers, and check live prices on the Massachusetts fuel prices page.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to drive from Boston to New York City?
The drive is 214 miles (345 km) and takes about 4h 42min without stops. Fuel costs roughly $29.35 in an average petrol car, $32.90 in a diesel, and $10.41 in an electric car, using Massachusetts's current fuel prices.
How far is it from Boston to New York City in miles and km?
About 214 miles or 345 kilometres by road — roughly 4h 42min of driving.
Is it cheaper to fill up in Boston or New York City?
Petrol is cheaper in Massachusetts ($4.11/gal) than in New York ($4.22/gal), so fill up before you leave.
How do I get the exact cost for my car?
Open the FuelWide route planner, enter your car's fuel economy, and it prices the trip on live data — and shows fuel or charging stops along the way.
Driving distance via OSRM / OpenStreetMap. Fuel prices are Massachusetts's current official averages; efficiency and electricity rate are typical estimates. Your figure will vary — use the planner for an exact result.