Traveling from Delhi, NY to New York City covers 153.2 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 24 minutes. Because this is a relatively quick trip, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $24 on fuel for the journey. The route relies primarily on NY 17, the New York State Thruway, and NJ 17 to navigate from the heart of the Northeast down to the city. While the drive is straightforward, it is helpful to plan for the transition from the rural landscapes of upstate New York into the high-density traffic of the metropolitan area.
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
76.6 miles from Delhi, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NY 17
70.1 mi
1h 23m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
New York State Thruway
13.7 mi
15m
State Highway 10
8.9 mi
12m
Hawleys-Downsville Road
7.5 mi
10m
State Highway 206
4.8 mi
8m
Cat Hollow Road
4.6 mi
8m
NJ 3
4.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 70.1 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delhi, NY and New York City, NY.
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Start on NY 10; NY 28
0.9 mi·1 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 10
8.9 mi·12 min·State Highway 10
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Turn left onto CR 26
0.7 mi·59 sec·Hawleys-Downsville Road
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Continue on CR 26
6.9 mi·9 min·Hawleys-Downsville Road
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Continue on CR 26
1.0 mi·1 min·Knox Avenue
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At end of road, turn left onto NY 206
508 ft·16 sec·State Highway 206
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Continue on NY 30; NY 206
0.3 mi·47 sec·Bridge Street
8
Continue on NY 30; NY 206
2.8 mi·4 min·State Highway 30
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Turn right onto NY 206; CR 7
4.6 mi·8 min·Cat Hollow Road
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Continue on NY 206; CR 7
4.7 mi·8 min·State Highway 206
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Continue on NY 206; CR 91
1.6 mi·2 min·Rockland Road
12
Continue on NY 206; CR 179
0.3 mi·33 sec·Old Route 17
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Turn right onto CR 124
0.2 mi·21 sec·Stewart Avenue
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward NY 17 East: New York CityUse the left lane.
15
Merge onto NY 17
69 mi·1 hr 22 min·NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York CityUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York CityUse the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 87
14 mi·15 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
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Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
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Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
27
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
28
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
29
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
31
Take the exit
305 ft·10 sec
Toward BrooklynUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on Beach Street
121 ft·7 sec·Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker StreetUse the straight lane.
33
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi·1 min·Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi·1 min·Broadway
Use the straight lane.
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Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Since the drive is manageable in one day, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours near New York City is always a smart move. Plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping your $24 budget in mind as you map out your transit. Because the majority of this route is highway-based, stay alert during the 70.1-mile stretch on NY 17 where speeds remain consistent for long periods. Checking local traffic reports before you leave Delhi will help you navigate the final approach into the city more smoothly. Use the direct nature of this route to your advantage by keeping your itinerary simple and focused on your arrival time.
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 76.6 miles from Delhi, NY, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.1 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 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.6 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delhi, 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 Delhi, NY
This is one driving day of about 153.2 miles and 3h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Delhi, 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 70.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 32.9 and 148.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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32.9 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the ramp toward NY 17 East: New York City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward NY 17 East: New York City
8
102.3 mi into trip|~2h 15m 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
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117.6 mi into trip|~2h 33m 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
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119 mi into trip|~2h 35m 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
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148.9 mi into trip|~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.22 one way
$50.44 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$27.27
$54.54
premium
$4.92
$29.69
$59.39
diesel
$5.61
$33.82
$67.65
Estimated Tolls: $16.68
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(13.7 mi)$0.68
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
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46
0
$16.09
$7.35
Efficient EV
38.3
0
$13.40
$6.13
EV Truck/SUV
61.3
0
$21.45
$9.80
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Delhi, NY
Late night
in Delhi on Sunday
Local time
3:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New York City, NY
Late night
in New York City on Sunday
Local time
3:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
E 6 to 14 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
58°F
Washington Heights, NY
77 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
21 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 24m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
African Burial Ground National Monument
National Monument
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 153.2
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
1 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 153.2
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 153.2
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 153.2
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 153.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 75% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 70.1 miles while on NY 17, which allows you to settle into a steady rhythm behind the wheel. The character of the road shifts significantly as you leave the quieter northern sections and merge onto the busier New York State Thruway and NJ 17. Expect a mix of open highway cruising and the inevitable increase in congestion as you approach the city limits. It is a functional, efficient route designed to get you to your destination without unnecessary detours.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.1 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 32.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 21 significant decision points across 153.2 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 32.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 102.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,184 ft7 ft
Total Climb
2,653 ft
Total Descent
3,987 ft
Highest Point
2,184 ft
~12.8 mi in
Elevation Range
2,178 ft
Notable High Points
2,184 ft at ~12.8 miles+886 ft prominence
2,127 ft at ~25.5 miles+840 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Delhi, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Nyst: Albany along the way.
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation.
From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
•Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
•National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
•Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
This 153.2-mile drive is totally doable for a weekend trip, especially since it's mostly highway (75%) and estimated at just 3 hours 24 minutes each way. You'll likely want to take at least one break on the way.
Family Friendly
This route is short enough at 153.2 miles for families with kids, and the gently rolling terrain should be comfortable. However, the 10/10 complexity rating means parents will need to handle navigation carefully.
Solo Traveler
At 153.2 miles and under 3.5 hours, this route is a comfortable distance for a solo traveler. The 75% highway focus makes it straightforward, though the 10/10 complexity rating suggests you'll still need to pay attention.
First-Time Driver
This 153.2-mile drive is a good option for a first-time driver because it's mostly highway (75%) and a manageable 3 hours 24 minutes. Just be aware of the high 10/10 complexity rating, which means you'll need to stay focused on the road.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 70.1 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.68 in tolls one way, starting with Holland Tunnel. 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 New York City, 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 32.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 102.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at New York City, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
