This 162.4-mile journey from Albany to Beekmantown, New York, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 16 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Adirondack Northway, interspersed with sections of Loudon Road and NY 22, the drive offers a straightforward path through the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, this route is an economical option for a day excursion. The route is characterized by a turn-heavy local drive feel, meaning you'll encounter more frequent turns and changes in road type than on a pure interstate journey. It's a straightforward drive perfect for a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.2 miles from Albany, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Adirondack Northway
148.4 mi
2h 52m
Loudon Road
5.7 mi
10m
NY 22
4.8 mi
7m
Henry Johnson Boulevard
2.1 mi
3m
Washington Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Central Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Adirondack Northway
— 148.4 mi, about 2h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, NY and Beekmantown, NY.
1
Start on this road
30 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto NY 5
0.5 mi·1 min·Washington Avenue
3
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 5
0.1 mi·25 sec·Central Avenue
4
Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard
2.1 mi·3 min·Henry Johnson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 9
5.7 mi·10 min·Loudon Road
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·13 sec
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·44 sec
Toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
8
Merge onto I 87
148 mi·2 hr 52 min·Adirondack Northway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Exit 38NToward NY 374 West: Dannemora
10
Turn straight onto NY 22; NY 374
0.5 mi·44 sec·NY 22; NY 374
11
Turn right onto NY 22
4.3 mi·6 min·NY 22
12
Arrive at destination
NY 22
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour duration, departing Albany in the morning allows ample time to reach Beekmantown without feeling rushed. Factor in the $27 fuel cost and plan for one stop to break up the 162.4 miles. The route's 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests keeping an eye on navigation, especially as you transition between the Adirondack Northway and local roads like NY 22. Leaving earlier in the day can help you avoid potential local traffic as you approach your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.2 miles from Albany, NY, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 36 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.2 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beekmantown, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Albany, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albany, NY
This is one driving day of about 162.4 miles and 3h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Albany, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Adirondack Northway for about 148.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 157.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|NY 5 / Washington Avenue
Turn left onto NY 5 / Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|NY 5 / Central Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 5 / Central Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|Henry Johnson Boulevard
Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
8.5 mi into trip|~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Fall...
5
157.4 mi into trip|~3h 8m in
Take the exit toward NY 374 West: Dannemora
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 38N
Toward NY 374 West: Dannemora
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.73 one way
$53.46 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$28.91
$57.81
premium
$4.92
$31.48
$62.95
diesel
$5.61
$35.86
$71.71
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.7
0
$17.05
$7.80
Efficient EV
40.6
0
$14.21
$6.50
EV Truck/SUV
65
0
$22.74
$10.39
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Albany, NY
Late night
in Albany on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Clear
N 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Beekmantown, NY
Late night
in Beekmantown on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Bolton, NY
81 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 16m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Saratoga National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that leans towards a turn-heavy local experience, despite a significant highway share of 3%. While you'll experience a substantial 148.4-mile stretch on the Adirondack Northway, the overall profile suggests a dynamic drive with frequent road changes. The route isn't a monotonous interstate grind; rather, it's a mix that transitions from highway speeds to more local road conditions. This means you'll need to stay engaged as the road personality shifts, offering a varied driving experience.
Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 148.4 mi on Adirondack Northway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 5 / Washington Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 16m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 5 / Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (NY 5 / Central Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.6 miles (Henry Johnson Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Albany, NY to Beekmantown, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Glens Falls along the way.
Albany is the capital of New York. Albany is an interesting showcase of several centuries' worth of architectural styles, including the modernistic Empire State Plaza.
Top landmarks
•New York State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of New York
•Fort Orange — fort in New Netherland (now Albany, New York)
•Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — historic cathedral in Albany, New York, United States
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 148.4 miles on Adirondack Northway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 5 / Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (NY 5 / Central Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 0.6 miles (Henry Johnson Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Saratoga National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Beekmantown, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
