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Trip from Claverack, NY to Huntington, 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 13m

Distance

139.6 mi

225 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 1m ★
6 AM
3h 13m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 21m
12 PM
3h 19m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 6m

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

town in Columbia County, New York, United States

Claverack, NY

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town in Suffolk County, New York, United States

Huntington, NY

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Trip Overview

This 139.6-mile drive from Claverack, NY to Huntington, NY is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 13 minutes. The route primarily utilizes the Taconic State Parkway and I-684, with a significant 78% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $23, this is an economical option for exploring between these two New York locations. The overall feel is a straightforward highway-focused journey, perfect for those looking for an efficient way to travel within the Northeast region. This trip is best suited for a single day, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.

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

69.8 miles from Claverack, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Taconic State Parkway 42.8 mi 58m
I 684 26.8 mi 31m
Northern Boulevard 18.6 mi 31m
I 84 15.5 mi 18m
Hutchinson River Parkway 13.6 mi 19m
State Highway 82 4.8 mi 6m
NY 9H 4.1 mi 5m
Throgs Neck Expressway 2.2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Taconic State Parkway — 42.8 mi, about 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Claverack, NY and Huntington, NY.

1

Start on NY 9H

4.1 mi · 5 min · NY 9H
2

Turn left onto NY 82

4.8 mi · 6 min · State Highway 82
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 1 min
4

Merge onto Taconic State Parkway

43 mi · 58 min · Taconic State Parkway
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 84 East: Danbury
6

Merge onto I 84

15 mi · 18 min · I 84
7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 68A Toward I 684 South: White Plains Use the right lane.
8

Merge onto I 684

27 mi · 31 min · I 684
9

Keep slight left at fork

1.5 mi · 2 min
Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City Use the straight lane.
10

Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway

7.7 mi · 10 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway

5.9 mi · 8 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

141 ft · 4 sec
Exit 2A Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 95

0.4 mi · 31 sec · New England Thruway
15

Continue on I 95

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 695

2.2 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 7A Toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Island Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 5 Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on Clearview Expressway

457 ft · 17 sec · Clearview Expressway
21

Turn left onto NY 25A

19 mi · 31 min · Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
22

Turn right onto NY 108

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawrence Hill Road
23

At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Hill Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawrence Hill Road
24

Continue on NY 25A

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Main Street
25

Turn right onto NY 110

0.2 mi · 34 sec · New York Avenue
26

Arrive at destination

NY 110

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 13-minute duration, departing from Claverack in the morning will allow ample time in Huntington. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short overall distance, you have flexibility in pacing. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 42.8 miles on the Taconic State Parkway, so plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly before embarking on longer highway segments. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $23 for the entire 139.6-mile trip.

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 69.8 miles from Claverack, NY, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.8 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 31 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 69.8 miles or 1h 33m 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 31m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Claverack, 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 Claverack, NY

This is one driving day of about 139.6 miles and 3h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Claverack, 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 Taconic State Parkway for about 42.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county town of Bedfordshire, England

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bedford, NY

70 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

Pleasant Valley, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bedford, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69.8 miles from Claverack, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 67.7 and 112.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
67.7 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 684 South: White Plains

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 68A Toward I 684 South: White Plains
9
95.1 mi into trip | ~2h 2m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City

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

Use the straight lane. Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
8
110.2 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 2A Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, St...
8
110.2 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
9
112.1 mi into trip | ~2h 27m in | I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Island

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 7A Toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Is...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.98 one way

$45.96 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $24.85 $49.70
premium $4.92 $27.06 $54.11
diesel $5.61 $30.82 $61.64

Estimated Tolls: $6.55

Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55

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

$23

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.9 0 $14.66 $6.70
Efficient EV 34.9 0 $12.21 $5.58
EV Truck/SUV 55.8 0 $19.54 $8.93

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Claverack, NY

Morning in Claverack on Sunday

Local time

10:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Huntington, NY

Morning in Huntington on Sunday

Local time

10:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

56°F

Bedford, NY

70 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

3h 13m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 139.6-mile route, with 78% of the travel on high-speed roads. You'll experience the Taconic State Parkway for a substantial stretch of 42.8 miles uninterrupted, offering a consistent pace. The subsequent use of I-684 will maintain this highway character. While the profile is largely highway, the transition between these main arteries provides a dynamic driving experience. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely scenic cruising.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.8 mi on Taconic State Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 67.7 miles in.

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 17 significant decision points across 139.6 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 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Claverack, NY and Huntington, NY, road signs point toward New York City and Long Island.

New York City

95.1 mi in | ~2h 2m

Long Island

112.1 mi in | ~2h 27m | via I 695

About the Cities

Starting in Claverack, NY

Full guide →

Top landmarks

  • Reformed Dutch Church of Claverack — church building in Claverack, United States of America
  • Cornelius S. Muller House — historic house in Claverack, New York, United States
  • First Columbia County Courthouse — Claverack, New York, NRHP-listed

Arriving in Huntington, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1653

Huntington is a town in Suffolk County on Long Island, New York. It is on the North Shore (or Gold Coast) of the island, famous for its lavish estates along the Long Island Sound and its affluent residential communities. The town is large with a population of over 200,000, and many neighborhoods in town having their own distinct identities. Four villages in the town even have their own level of autonomy, with one of them, Northport, having its own article.

Top landmarks

  • Oheka Castle — mansion in Huntington, New York, USA
  • Vanderbilt Museum — museum in Suffolk county, N.Y.
  • Eatons Neck Light — lighthouse in 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 13m. Total distance: 139.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 42.8 miles on Taconic State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Throgs Neck 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 Huntington, 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 67.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 95.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Huntington, 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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