Trip from Chateaugay, NY to Hempstead, NY

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

Drive Time

7h 18m

Distance

356.7 mi

574 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

7h 8m ★

6 AM

7h 19m

8 AM

7h 40m

10 AM

7h 26m

12 PM

7h 24m

3 PM

7h 27m

5 PM

7h 39m

8 PM

7h 12m

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

Embarking on this 356.7-mile journey from Chateaugay, NY, to Hempstead, NY, will take approximately 7 hours and 18 minutes of driving time. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll navigate a mix of highways, with about 55% of the route on major roadways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is $59, and you can expect to make around two stops along the way. This drive offers a practical way to travel within New York State, moving from the Northeast region towards its more populated areas. It's a feasible day trip, but be prepared for a full day behind the wheel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

178.3 miles from Chateaugay, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Adirondack Northway	152 mi	2h 57m
I 87	118.6 mi	2h 17m
Military Turnpike	23.5 mi	32m
NJ 17	14.1 mi	18m
State Route 11	12.2 mi	16m
NJ 4	6.7 mi	9m
Cross Bronx Expressway	6.6 mi	8m
Clearview Expressway	5 mi	5m

Longest stretch: Adirondack Northway — 152 mi, about 2h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chateaugay, NY and Hempstead, NY.

Start on NY 374

33 ft · 4 sec · Depot Street

Turn right onto US 11

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Main Street

Continue on US 11

12 mi · 16 min · State Route 11

Turn right onto Military Turnpike

23 mi · 32 min · Military Turnpike

Turn left onto NY 3

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Route 3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Merge onto I 87

152 mi · 2 hr 57 min · Adirondack Northway

Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87

0.3 mi · 31 sec · I 87

Exit 1E-W Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 87

0.5 mi · 51 sec · I 87

Exit 1W Toward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87

118 mi · 2 hr 16 min · I 87

Toward I 87 South: New York Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17

Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

14 mi · 18 min · NJ 17

Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York

Merge onto NJ 4

0.3 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4

Use the right lane.

Continue on NJ 4

6.4 mi · 8 min · NJ 4

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec

Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.7 mi · 54 sec · I 95 EXPR

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Cross Bronx Expressway

Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Merge onto I 295

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 295

5.0 mi · 5 min · Clearview Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto NY 25

0.7 mi · 1 min · Hillside Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto NY 25

1.1 mi · 2 min · Braddock Avenue

Turn left onto NY 25

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Jamaica Avenue

Continue on NY 25

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Jericho Turnpike

Turn slight right onto Tulip Avenue

2.0 mi · 3 min · Tulip Avenue

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto New Hyde Park Road

0.4 mi · 56 sec · New Hyde Park Road

Turn left onto NY 24

2.0 mi · 3 min · Hempstead Turnpike

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto NY 102

0.8 mi · 1 min · Front Street

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto Greenwich Street

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Greenwich Street

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Peninsula Boulevard

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Peninsula Boulevard

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Arrive at destination

Peninsula Boulevard

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour, 18-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Chateaugay, NY, to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With an estimated fuel cost of $59 and two planned stops, factor in time for refueling and stretching. The longest stretch of 152 miles on the Adirondack Northway means you can cover a lot of ground efficiently, so plan your breaks strategically before or after this segment. Given the duration, a single day is manageable, but flexibility in your schedule is key to accommodating unexpected delays or enjoying brief pauses.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 178.3 miles from Chateaugay, NY, or about 3h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152 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 78 miles or 1h 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 178.3 miles or 3h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 55m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Chateaugay, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Chateaugay, NY

This is one driving day of about 356.7 miles and 7h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Chateaugay, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Adirondack Northway for about 152 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poughkeepsie, NY

178 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.

Popular next leg

Poughkeepsie, NY to Hempstead, NY

87.2 mi · 2h 9m

Pacing Suggestions

Port Henry, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Halfmoon, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 178.3 miles from Chateaugay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 152 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

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leonia, New Jersey

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 331.2

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12013630008

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Newburgh, New York

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Englewood, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 331.2

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

2.7 mi

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 331.2

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12013630008

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 280.2

Newburgh, New York

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 229.3

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 229.3

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 229.3

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

An Beal Bocht Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 331.2

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+17188847127

Visit website

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 331.2

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13472027123

Visit website

Cafe HESED

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 331.2

Little Ferry, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+12018706071

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 331.2

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 331.2

New York, New York

+19172614093

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 331.2

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 331.2

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 331.2

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 280.2

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 280.2

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 280.2

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 280.2

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 280.2

New Windsor, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 280.2

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 305.7

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 331.2

Ridgefield Park, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

Firemen's Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 331.2

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015923750

Visit website

Sunshine Pottery & Paint

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 331.2

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+12015415559

Visit website

Englewood Picnic Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 331.2

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 189.9 and 338.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

189.9 mi into trip | ~3h 50m in | I 87

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 1E-W Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...

190.7 mi into trip | ~3h 52m in | I 87

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South: New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 87 South: New York

308.5 mi into trip | ~6h 8m in | NY 17

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey

309.9 mi into trip | ~6h 10m in | NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah

338.9 mi into trip | ~6h 50m in | I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$58.72 one way

$117.43 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 125 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$63.49	$126.98
premium	$4.92	$69.14	$138.27
diesel	$5.61	$78.75	$157.51

Estimated Tolls: $24.37

George Washington Bridge $16.00

Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55

Military Turnpike (23.5 mi) $1.64

Hempstead Turnpike (2 mi) $0.14

Jericho Turnpike (0.5 mi) $0.04

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

$59

Tolls

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$108–$133

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 124.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	107	1	$37.45	$17.12
Efficient EV	89.2	1	$31.21	$14.27
EV Truck/SUV	142.7	1	$49.94	$22.83

Gas CO2

125 kg

EV CO2

42 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Chateaugay, NY

Late night in Chateaugay on Sunday

Local time

3:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hempstead, NY

Late night in Hempstead on Sunday

Local time

3:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

8 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

7h 18m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

This route presents a mixed driving profile, with 55% of the journey utilizing highways, including significant stretches on the Adirondack Northway (I-87). You'll experience the longest uninterrupted drive of 152 miles on this highway, offering a chance for steady progress. The remainder of the trip involves other main roads like Military Turnpike, suggesting a transition from faster-paced highway driving to potentially more varied local road conditions as you approach your destination. Expect a blend of open road and more varied scenery.

55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 152 mi on Adirondack Northway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 189.9 miles in near I 87.

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 27 significant decision points across 356.7 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 189.9 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.7 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 308.5 miles (NY 17): 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 Chateaugay, NY and Hempstead, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York, Buffalo, Gsp South: Paterson and Fort Lee.

Albany

189.9 mi in | ~3h 50m | via I 87

New York

189.9 mi in | ~3h 50m | via I 87

Buffalo

189.9 mi in | ~3h 50m | via I 87

Gsp South: Paterson

324 mi in | ~6h 29m

Fort Lee

324 mi in | ~6h 29m

About the Cities

Starting in Chateaugay, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1796

Arriving in Hempstead, NY

Full guide →

Hempstead is the most populous town in America, with a whopping 700,000 residents, located on the South Shore of Nassau County, New York. The town is highly urbanized and fragmented, containing 22 semi-autonomous villages within its boundaries, and forty other neighborhoods. Garden City, encompassing the "Nassau Hub" region, has its own article. The other prominent communities in Hempstead include Floral Park, Hempstead Village, Valley Stream, Rockville Centre, Freeport, Merrick, and the Five Towns area.

Top landmarks

• Mitchel Air Force Base — US Air Force base in Long Island, New York

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 7h 18m. Total distance: 356.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 18m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 152 miles on Adirondack Northway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $24.37 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 Hempstead, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Saratoga National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Hempstead, NY before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Chateaugay, NY to Hempstead, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Rumba Cafe

Lily and Liam

Rumba Cafe

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

Barnwood Restaurant

Gracie's Luncheonette

Piccolo Trattoria

An Beal Bocht Cafe

Mocha Cafe

Cafe HESED

Lily and Liam

Duaa’s Cafe

Marimba Cafe

Wonderland Play and Party

Cafe Amrita

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Ross Dock Picnic Area

Overpeck County Park

Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission

Xtreme Energy

Overpeck Park Playground

Firemen's Park

Sunshine Pottery & Paint

Englewood Picnic Area

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Chateaugay, NY

Hempstead, NY

Same local time

8 degrees warmer at arrival

7h 18m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

General Grant National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Saratoga National Historical Park

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Chateaugay, NY

Arriving in Hempstead, NY

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