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Trip from Clarence, NY to Ramapo, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 8m

Distance

336.5 mi

542 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
6h 57m ★
6 AM
7h 8m
8 AM
7h 30m
10 AM
7h 16m
12 PM
7h 14m
3 PM
7h 17m
5 PM
7h 29m
8 PM
7h 2m

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

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Downtown Clarence, NY, NY

Clarence, NY

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town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Ramapo, NY

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Trip Overview

This 336.5-mile drive from Clarence, NY, to Ramapo, NY, will take approximately 7 hours and 8 minutes, making it a manageable day trip for most. You'll primarily be on I-86, the New York State Thruway, and I-81, with 58% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $55. This route offers a mixed drive experience as you traverse within the Northeast region, staying within New York State. With two planned stops, you can break up the journey effectively, allowing for a comfortable pace. Consider departing early to maximize daylight hours for your travel.

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

168.2 miles from Clarence, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 86 130.4 mi 2h 40m
New York State Thruway 93.8 mi 1h 48m
I 81 45.4 mi 54m
East Lake Road 9.9 mi 14m
State Highway 41 9.8 mi 13m
Clark Street Road 9.6 mi 11m
Main Road 7.6 mi 10m
Genesee Street 5.5 mi 9m
Longest stretch: I 86 — 130.4 mi, about 2h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clarence, NY and Ramapo, NY.

1

Start on Boyd Drive

21 ft · 3 sec · Boyd Drive
2

Turn right onto CR 155

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Ransom Road
3

Turn right onto NY 5

2.2 mi · 3 min · Main Street
4

Continue on NY 5

7.6 mi · 10 min · Main Road
5

Turn left onto NY 77

0.7 mi · 1 min · Alleghany Road
6

Take the exit

369 ft · 9 sec
7

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · this road
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 90

81 mi · 1 hr 33 min · New York State Thruway
10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Exit 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight right at fork

327 ft · 7 sec
12

Continue on NY 414

0.3 mi · 35 sec · State Route 414
13

Turn left onto NY 318

4.1 mi · 7 min · NY 318
Use the left lane.
14

At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
15

Continue on US 20; NY 5

9.6 mi · 11 min · Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
16

Turn right onto State Street

226 ft · 12 sec · State Street
17

Turn left onto Dill Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Dill Street
18

Continue on Loop Road

458 ft · 16 sec · Loop Road
19

Turn left onto Genesee Street

5.5 mi · 9 min · Genesee Street
20

Continue on US 20

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road
21

Turn right onto NY 41

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street
22

Continue on NY 41

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road
23

Continue on NY 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
24

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road
25

Continue on NY 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41
26

Turn right onto NY 281

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street
27

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
Use the left lane.
28

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
29

Merge onto I 81

45 mi · 54 min · I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17

130 mi · 2 hr 40 min · I 86; NY 17
Toward New York Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City Use the slight right lane.
32

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City Use the slight right lane.
33

Merge onto I 87

13 mi · 15 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Exit 15A Toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern Use the slight right lane.
35

Turn right onto Old Route 17

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Old Route 17
36

Turn right onto NY 59

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Orange Turnpike
37

Turn left onto CR 95

1.1 mi · 2 min · Torne Valley Road
Use the left lane.
38

Turn left onto Torne Brook Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Torne Brook Road
39

Turn right onto Lake Street

153 ft · 6 sec · Lake Street
40

Arrive at destination

Lake Street

Trip Plan

For this 7-hour drive, leaving Clarence, NY, in the early morning is recommended to allow ample time for your two stops and to arrive in Ramapo, NY, before late evening. The longest stretch without a break is over 130 miles on I-86, so plan your first stop accordingly. While the total duration makes it a feasible day trip, having flexibility is key. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longer highway segments, and use your planned stops to refuel and stretch. The $55 fuel cost is an estimate, so be prepared for potential fluctuations.

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 168.2 miles from Clarence, NY, or about 3h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 130.4 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 74 miles or 1h 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 168.2 miles or 3h 38m 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 51m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Clarence, 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.

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Clarence, NY

This is one driving day of about 336.5 miles and 7h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Clarence, 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 I 86 for about 130.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Union, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Union, NY

168 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

Manchester, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endwell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 168.2 miles from Clarence, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 130.4 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.

Manche Pani

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 336.5

Airmont, New York

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+18455334174

Visit website

Yossies Cafe & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 312.5

Monroe, New York

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18457830901

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 72.1

Shortsville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 336.5

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 24

Batavia, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 24

Batavia, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 24

Batavia, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Clarence, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 264.4

Liberty, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887187474

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 96.1

Waterloo, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

CNY Living History Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 144.2

Cortland, New York

Hours: Closed

+16072994185

Visit website

Mid-Lakes Navigation

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 120.2

Skaneateles, New York

Hours: Closed

+13156858500

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 28

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.9 and 333.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
10.9 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 90 East: Albany
8
91.9 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in

Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

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 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
7
188.8 mi into trip | ~4h 3m in | I 86; NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17 toward New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward New York
8
319.2 mi into trip | ~6h 43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
8
333.9 mi into trip | ~7h 1m in

Take the exit toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern

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 15A Toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.39 one way

$110.78 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 118 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $59.89 $119.79
premium $4.92 $65.22 $130.44
diesel $5.61 $74.29 $148.59

Estimated Tolls: $4.73

New York State Thruway (93.8 mi) $4.69
Orange 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

$55

Tolls

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 117.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 101 1 $35.33 $16.15
Efficient EV 84.1 0 $29.44 $13.46
EV Truck/SUV 134.6 1 $47.11 $21.54

Gas CO2

118 kg

EV CO2

39 kg (67% 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

Clarence, NY

Late night in Clarence on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ramapo, NY

Late night in Ramapo on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

53°F

Union, NY

168 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 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 8m 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.

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 110.7
View on nps.gov
Women's Rights National Historical Park

Women's Rights National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 98.4
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free near mile 356.6
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free near mile 356.6
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

29 mi from route ~74 min detour Free near mile 356.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with a significant portion on major interstates. You'll experience about 58% of the 336.5 miles on highways, including a substantial stretch of 130.4 miles on I-86 without interruption. This suggests a good balance of faster-paced driving with opportunities to transition onto other main arteries like the New York State Thruway and I-81. The character of the road will likely evolve, moving from open highway stretches to potentially more varied terrain as you progress towards your destination.

58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 130.4 mi on I 86.

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 10.9 miles in.

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 28 significant decision points across 336.5 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 10.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 188.8 miles (I 86; NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Clarence, NY and Ramapo, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, New York, Nyst: Albany and New York City.

Clyde

91.9 mi in | ~1h 50m

New York

188.8 mi in | ~4h 3m | via I 86; NY 17

Nyst: Albany

319.2 mi in | ~6h 43m

New York City

319.2 mi in | ~6h 43m

About the Cities

Arriving in Ramapo, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1791

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 8m. Total distance: 336.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 8m 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 130.4 miles on I 86. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $4.73 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. 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 Ramapo, 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 10.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 188.8 miles (I 86; NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park and General Grant National Memorial (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Ramapo, 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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