Driving from Manhattan to Kitchener
Kitchener lies 614 km (382 mi) north-west of Manhattan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 20 min without stops, over roughly 750 km (466 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Manhattan | Kitchener | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Population | 1.5 million | 256,885 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 336 m (1,102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/Toronto) |
What changes when you arrive in Kitchener
Crossing from United States into Canada: money changes from the Dollar to the Dollar (CAD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book car hire from Manhattan to Kitchener
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Staying in Kitchener
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Common questions
How far is Kitchener from Manhattan?
614 km (382 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Manhattan; by road roughly 750 km (466 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Kitchener by car?
About 8 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manhattan and Kitchener?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Kitchener?
The Dollar (CAD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.