Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
26m
Distance
16.6 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rotterdam, NY
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This short, 16.6-mile drive from Albany to Rotterdam, NY, is easily manageable in about 26 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on Interstate 90, with portions of Curry Road and Henry Johnson Boulevard also part of the journey. Given its brief duration and low fuel cost, estimated at around $3, this route doesn't require an overnight stay. It offers a straightforward, highway-focused experience within the Northeast region of New York. Consider this a quick and efficient transit rather than an extended scenic exploration.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| Curry Road | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Henry Johnson Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Central Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Guilderland Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, NY and Rotterdam, NY.
Start on this road
Turn left onto NY 5
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 5
Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Take the exit
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on NY 7
Enter roundabout onto NY 7
Continue on NY 7
Continue on NY 7
Turn right onto CR 160
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 13.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 890, NY 146, NY 7: Schenectady
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NY 7 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 7 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.73 one way
$5.46 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.95 | $5.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.22 | $6.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.74 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Destination
Late night in Rotterdam on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 65% of the route utilizing major interstates like I 90. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 10.8 miles on I 90, offering a consistent pace. While the overall feel is that of a high-speed transit, you will experience brief transitions onto local roads like Curry Road and Henry Johnson Boulevard. This mix means you'll get a taste of both efficient interstate travel and slightly more varied, though still direct, road conditions.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Curry Road. 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.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 16.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 26m.
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 13 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Albany, NY to Rotterdam, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
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 26m. Total distance: 16.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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