Origin
Delhi, NY
Late night in Delhi on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delhi, NY to Harvard, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
30.2 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delhi, NY
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Harvard, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Delhi to Harvard is 30.2 miles and takes about 45m via State Highway 30, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New York's Northeast region, offering a straightforward drive. It's primarily a highway-focused experience, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick transit between these two points. You can expect a simple journey with minimal complexity, ideal for a single-day outing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 30 | 11.7 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 10 | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Hawleys-Downsville Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Knox Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Tannery Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Houck Mountain Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 30
— 11.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delhi, NY and Harvard, NY.
1
Start on NY 10; NY 28
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on NY 10
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 10
3
Turn left onto CR 26
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
·
Hawleys-Downsville Road
4
Continue on CR 26
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Hawleys-Downsville Road
5
Continue on CR 26
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Knox Avenue
6
Turn left onto Tannery Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Tannery Road
7
Continue on NY 30
12 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 30
8
Turn right onto Houck Mountain Road
37 ft
·
1 sec
·
Houck Mountain Road
9
Arrive at destination
Houck Mountain Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Delhi, 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
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 9.8 and 30.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
9.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
CR 26 / Hawleys-Downsville Road
Turn left onto CR 26 / Hawleys-Downsville Road
Navigation decision point
3
18.3 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Tannery Road
Turn left onto Tannery Road
Navigation decision point
4
30.2 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
Houck Mountain Road
Turn right onto Houck Mountain Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.97 one way
$9.94 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.38 | $10.75 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.85 | $11.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.67 | $13.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Harvard, NY
Late night in Harvard on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Hamden, NY
15 mi in
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
45m 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?
This route is characterized as a highway-focused drive, with 68% of the journey utilizing main roads like State Highway 30 and State Highway 10. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 11.7 miles on State Highway 30, indicating a good portion of uninterrupted driving. The roads are generally well-maintained and designed for efficient travel, though you'll transition onto local roads like Hawleys-Downsville Road as you approach your destination. Expect a practical driving experience rather than a winding, scenic tour.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on State Highway 30.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 30 and State Highway 10. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.8 miles in near CR 26 / Hawleys-Downsville Road.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Delhi, NY to Harvard, NY is easy. At 45m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.8 miles (CR 26 / Hawleys-Downsville Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (Tannery Road): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles (Houck Mountain Road): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Delhi, NY
Full guide →Founded 1798
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 45m. Total distance: 30.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 miles on State Highway 30. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.8 miles (CR 26 / Hawleys-Downsville Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.3 miles (Tannery Road): Navigation decision point; at 30.2 miles (Houck Mountain Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Harvard, NY before heading back.
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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