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Trip from Bushwick, NY to Albany, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 15m

Distance

152.6 mi

246 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 4m ★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Driving from Bushwick, NY, to Albany, NY, covers a distance of 152.6 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes. Because this is a straightforward highway-focused trip, it is easily manageable as a single-day journey, making an overnight stay unnecessary unless your schedule requires one. You should plan on a fuel budget of approximately $25 to cover the trip. Since both your start and end points are located within the Northeast, you will remain within the same general region throughout the drive. It is a practical route for those looking to reach the state capital efficiently while navigating through the familiar infrastructure of New York and New Jersey.

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

76.3 miles from Bushwick, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 111.7 mi 2h 8m
NJ 17 14.7 mi 18m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Harlem River Drive 2.3 mi 3m
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge 1.9 mi 3m
I 787 1.6 mi 2m
Flushing Avenue 1.5 mi 2m
I 95 EXPR 1.2 mi 1m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 111.7 mi, about 2h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bushwick, NY and Albany, NY.

1

Start on Linden Street

0.7 mi · 2 min · Linden Street
2

Turn left onto Cypress Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Cypress Avenue
3

Turn right onto Flushing Avenue

1.5 mi · 2 min · Flushing Avenue
4

Turn straight onto Grand Avenue

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Grand Avenue
5

Turn left onto 69th Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · 69th Street
6

Turn left onto Queens Boulevard

285 ft · 9 sec · Queens Boulevard
7

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 278 East: Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
8

Merge onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

1.1 mi · 2 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
Toward I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Manhattan, Bronx Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto GCP; I 278

0.7 mi · 1 min · Grand Central Parkway
11

Continue on I 278

1.6 mi · 2 min · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 46 Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island Use the slight right lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 46 Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
14

Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge

0.4 mi · 41 sec · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
15

Keep slight right at fork

127 ft · 3 sec
Toward Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street, 2nd Avenue Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Toward Harlem River Drive North Use the slight right lane.
17

Merge onto HRD

2.3 mi · 3 min · Harlem River Drive
18

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 24 Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge, Amsterdam Avenue, West 179 Street Use the slight left lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level) Use the slight left lane.
21

Merge onto I 95; US 1

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
22

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
23

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
24

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP
26

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
28

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
29

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.
30

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
33

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17
34

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
35

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17
36

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

112 mi · 2 hr 8 min · NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Exit 23 Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy Use the slight right lane.
38

Continue on I 787

1.6 mi · 2 min · I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Exit 4 Toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany Use the slight right lane.
40

Turn straight onto Quay Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Quay Street
41

Turn left onto NY 5

0.2 mi · 42 sec · NY 5
42

Turn left onto NY 5

0.3 mi · 51 sec · State Street
43

At end of road, turn right onto NY 5

182 ft · 5 sec · Eagle Street
44

Turn straight onto NY 5

498 ft · 19 sec · Washington Avenue
45

Turn left

30 ft · 2 sec
46

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To ensure a smooth trip, aim to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the highway sections. Since the entire drive is only 3 hours and 15 minutes long, you will only need to account for one stop to refuel or stretch your legs. Keep your $25 fuel budget in mind, as costs can fluctuate depending on where you choose to fill up along the main roads. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing complex logistics. Given the 111.7-mile longest stretch on NY 17, be sure to check your fuel levels before merging onto this segment to avoid unnecessary interruptions.

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 76.3 miles from Bushwick, NY, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.7 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 34 miles or 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 76.3 miles or 1h 44m 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 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bushwick, 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 Bushwick, NY

This is one driving day of about 152.6 miles and 3h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Bushwick, 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 NY 17 for about 111.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

76 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Windsor, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.3 miles from Bushwick, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Paramus, New Jersey

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately mile 21.8

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

0.6 mi

Park Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.9

+19172614093

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New York, New York

1.6 mi

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

2.1 mi

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately mile 21.8

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+17186738301

Visit website

Park Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10.9

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+15167490697

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 119.9

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 119.9

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Tofubox

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+17183884232

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 119.9

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

Effy's Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.9

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12122806200

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.9

New York, New York

+19172614093

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.9

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 21.8

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 21.8

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19178326726

Visit website

51st Bakery & Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+17187070554

Visit website

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17184994404

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 54.5

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 65.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 54.5

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 65.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 65.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 54.5

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charge Point

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 10.9

New York, New York

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 10.9

New York, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 21.8

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm

+12017334359

Visit website

Catch Air Paramus

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 21.8

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12016202125

Visit website

Mill Pond Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 10.9

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Hip Hop Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 10.9

Bronx, New York

+13474542793

Visit website

Apollo Theater

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 10.9

New York, New York

+12125315305

Visit website

Maria Hernandez Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Franz Sigel Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 10.9

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Bronx Children's Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 10.9

Bronx, New York

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+17187753450

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 32

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 15.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
5.4 mi into trip | ~12m in | I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West toward I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Manhattan, Bronx

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Manhattan...
8
8.9 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward Manhattan, Randalls Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 46 Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
8
9.9 mi into trip | ~21m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street, 2nd Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street,...
9
13.3 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level)

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washingto...
9
15.9 mi into trip | ~31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.12 one way

$50.24 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $27.16 $54.32
premium $4.92 $29.58 $59.15
diesel $5.61 $33.69 $67.38

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

George Washington Bridge $16.00

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

$25

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$66–$91

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.8 0 $16.02 $7.32
Efficient EV 38.2 0 $13.35 $6.10
EV Truck/SUV 61 0 $21.36 $9.77

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Bushwick, NY

Late night in Bushwick on Sunday

Local time

12:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, NY

Late night in Albany on Sunday

Local time

12:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Partly Cloudy

NW 3 mph 11% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

49°F

Ramapo, NY

76 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

5 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 15m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a trip dominated by high-speed transit, as 91% of your journey consists of highway driving. You will primarily utilize NY 17, NJ 17, and NJ 4 to complete the transit. The experience is defined by a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 111.7 miles along NY 17, which serves as the backbone of your route. This is not a technical backroads drive, but rather a consistent interstate experience that prioritizes speed and directness. You will find that the road maintains a steady pace, allowing you to settle into a rhythm once you clear the initial urban segments.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
46 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.7 mi on NY 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 32 significant decision points across 152.6 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 5.4 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Bushwick, NY and Albany, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Randalls Island, Harlem River Drive North, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South and Gsp North - among others.

Manhattan

8.9 mi in | ~19m

Randalls Island

8.9 mi in | ~19m

Harlem River Drive North

9.9 mi in | ~21m

Njtp South: Hackensack

15.6 mi in | ~30m

Gsp South

22.7 mi in | ~40m

Gsp North

22.7 mi in | ~40m

Newark

22.7 mi in | ~40m

Mahwah

22.7 mi in | ~40m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

37.9 mi in | ~1h | via NY 17

About the Cities

Arriving 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

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 3h 15m. Total distance: 152.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 111.7 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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.

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 Albany, 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 5.4 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Albany, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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