Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
99.2 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamptonburgh, NY
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This 99.2-mile drive from Albany to Hamptonburgh, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes. The route primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway, offering a straightforward journey through the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this drive is budget-friendly for a day out. Expect a relatively quick travel time, making it a convenient option for a weekend excursion or a mid-week escape. No overnight stays are necessary for this route.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.6 miles from Albany, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 81.8 mi | 1h 34m |
| Little Britain Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Sarah Wells Trail | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Union Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| I 787 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Shea Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Broadway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 207 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY.
Start on this road
Turn right onto NY 5
Turn left onto Eagle Street
Turn slight right onto Pine Street
At end of road, turn right onto Broadway
Keep slight right at fork onto Broadway
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 787
Continue on I 787
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 87
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto NY 300
At end of road, turn right onto NY 207
Continue on NY 207; NY 208
Turn left onto CR 33
At end of road, turn right onto CR 8
Arrive at destination
Given its 2-hour duration, this 99.2-mile trip is ideal for a single day, so you can leave Albany at your leisure. The estimated fuel cost of $16 means you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. Since this route involves a significant portion on local roads like Little Britain Road and Sarah Wells Trail after the New York State Thruway, pay close attention to signage and be ready for turns. Consider departing earlier in the day to maximize daylight hours for navigating the less direct sections of the drive.
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.
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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.6 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamptonburgh, NY than in the middle of the route.
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.
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 99.2 miles and 2h 6m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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.
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 49.6 miles from Albany, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 85.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto NY 5 / Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 84, NY 17K, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh, Stewart Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 West, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 300: Newburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Regular Gas
$16.33 one way
$32.66 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $17.66 | $35.31 |
| premium | $4.92 | $19.23 | $38.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.90 | $43.80 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Albany on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Destination
Late night in Hamptonburgh on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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.
This route presents a "turn-heavy local drive" character, with only a 20% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 81.8 miles on the New York State Thruway, indicating a significant portion of highway driving before transitioning to more varied local roads. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience that shifts from faster highway speeds to more winding, local conditions. The latter part of the journey will likely involve more frequent turns and a change in pace.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 5 / Washington Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 99.2 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: near the start (NY 5 / Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Albany, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY, road signs point toward Newburgh and Stewart Airport.
Newburgh
Stewart Airport
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 99.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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