Origin
Albany, NY
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Albany, NY to Endwell, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 55m
Distance
144.3 mi
232 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Endwell, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
This 144.3-mile journey from Albany to Endwell, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes to complete. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 97% of the drive on major expressways like I-88, I-90, and the Southern Tier Expressway. With a projected fuel cost of around $24, this drive offers an efficient way to travel between two points within New York. The straightforward nature of the route makes it ideal for a quick trip, allowing you to reach your destination without significant detours or overnight stays.
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
72.2 miles from Albany, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 88 | 117.7 mi | 2h 16m |
| I 90 | 15.7 mi | 19m |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| I 81 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 17C | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Henry Johnson Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| George F Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 88
— 117.7 mi, about 2h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, NY and Endwell, 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
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Henry Johnson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 90: Buffalo, Boston
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Merge onto I 90
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 90
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 25A
Toward I 88, NY 7: Schenectady, Binghamton
10
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
11
Continue on I 88
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
I 88
12
Merge onto I 81
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 81
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Corning
14
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 69
Toward NY 17C West: Endwell
16
Turn straight onto NY 17C
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 17C
17
Continue on NY 17C
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
George F Highway
18
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Hooper Road
19
Turn straight onto CR 33
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hooper Road
20
Turn left onto Watson Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Watson Boulevard
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Norton Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Norton Avenue
22
Turn left
43 ft
·
3 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given that this drive is just under 3 hours and covers 144.3 miles, it's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can easily complete it in one go, but consider leaving earlier in the morning to enjoy more daylight and potentially less traffic. The longest stretch without a major change in road is 117.7 miles on I-88, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you embark on that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $24, budgeting is straightforward, allowing for flexibility in departure times.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.2 miles from Albany, NY, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.7 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 32 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.2 miles or 1h 28m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Endwell, 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.
+
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 144.3 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 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 I 88 for about 117.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.2 miles from Albany, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 88 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 144 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
7
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 90 West
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
17.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 88, NY 7: Schenectady, Binghamton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 25A
Toward I 88, NY 7: Schenectady, Binghamton
7
144 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m in
|
Watson Boulevard
Turn left onto Watson Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.75 one way
$47.51 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $25.68 | $51.37 |
| premium | $4.92 | $27.97 | $55.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.86 | $63.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.3 | 0 | $15.15 | $6.93 |
| Efficient EV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.7 | 0 | $20.20 | $9.24 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Endwell, NY
Late night in Endwell on Sunday
Local time
12:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
38°F
Worcester, NY
72 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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 55m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 144.3-mile trip, as 97% of the drive will be on interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-88, including an uninterrupted stretch of 117.7 miles. This means you'll be navigating primarily fast-paced expressway driving. While the route is overwhelmingly on major highways, be prepared for the consistent pace of interstate travel throughout the nearly 3-hour duration.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.7 mi on I 88.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 88 and I 90. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Henry Johnson Boulevard.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 144.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Henry Johnson Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
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 Endwell, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Binghamton along the way.
Binghamton
17.9 mi in
|
~24m
About the Cities
Starting in Albany, NY
Full guide →Founded 1686
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
Arriving in Endwell, NY
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 144.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117.7 miles on I 88. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Endwell, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Henry Johnson Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Endwell, NY before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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