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Early in the drive, short detour
Ithaca, New York
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Drive Time
3h 20m
Distance
138.2 mi
222 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Endicott, NY
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Greece, NY
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This 138.2-mile drive from Endicott, NY, to Greece, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. You'll primarily travel on the New York State Thruway, State Highway 96, and Slaterville Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $23, this route is budget-friendly for a single day of travel. The journey offers a blend of highway and local road driving, making it an engaging option for those looking to experience more than just interstate cruising. Considering both regions are in the Northeast, expect a familiar landscape throughout your travels.
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
69.1 miles from Endicott, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 23.3 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 96 | 16.2 mi | 23m |
| Slaterville Road | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| Eastern Expressway | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| NY 38 | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 89 | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Trumansburg Road | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 38B | 4.9 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Endicott, NY and Greece, NY.
Start on Park Street
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
Turn right onto NY 17C; NY 26
Turn right onto NY 26
Continue on NY 26
Turn left onto NY 38B
Continue on NY 38B
Continue on NY 38B
At end of road, turn right onto NY 38
Turn left onto NY 79
Continue on NY 79
Continue on NY 79
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 79
Continue on NY 79
Turn right onto Taughannock Boulevard
Turn left onto NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Turn right onto CR 141A
Continue on CR 141
Turn left onto NY 89
Turn left onto CR 128
At end of road, turn right onto NY 414
Turn left onto NY 336
Turn right onto NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Turn right onto NY 96
Turn left onto NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Turn left onto NY 96
Continue on NY 96
Take the ramp
Merge onto NY 14
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on this road
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Continue on I 490
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NY 590
Take the exit
Merge onto NY 104
Continue on NY 104
Continue on NY 104
Continue on NY 104
Turn right
Turn left
Turn right
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of about 3 hours and 20 minutes, this 138.2-mile trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of your daylight and allow for flexibility. You'll encounter one stop along the way, which could be a good opportunity to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $23, and it's wise to fill up before you head out. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the 'turn-heavy local drive' sections, especially on State Highway 96 and Slaterville Road, as they require more attention than the Thruway.
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.
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 30 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.1 miles or 1h 46m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greece, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Endicott, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Endicott, NY
This is one driving day of about 138.2 miles and 3h 20m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 69.1 miles from Endicott, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Hours: 7 am–10 pm
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Rochester, New York
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Hours: 9 am–9 pm
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Hours: 12–8:50 pm
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5 decision points cluster between mile 91 and 130.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 490: Rochester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 590 South, NY 590 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 590 North: Irondequoit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NY 104 West: Greece
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$22.75 one way
$45.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $24.60 | $49.20 |
| premium | $4.92 | $26.79 | $53.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.51 | $61.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.16
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
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.4 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 | 41.5 | 0 | $14.51 | $6.63 |
| Efficient EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.09 | $5.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.3 | 0 | $19.35 | $8.84 |
Gas CO2
48 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Endicott on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Greece on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
56°F
Fleming, NY
69 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Historical Park
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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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 138.2-mile journey. While 46% of the route involves highway driving, including a longest stretch of 23.3 miles on the New York State Thruway, the character shifts frequently. You'll encounter State Highway 96 and Slaterville Road, suggesting a more varied driving experience with more frequent adjustments. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a route where you'll be actively navigating as the roads change, offering a more engaging feel behind the wheel.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 91 miles in.
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 32 significant decision points across 138.2 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 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Endicott, NY to Greece, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Thruway along the way.
Thruway
Founded 1892
Binghamton is a city of 48,000 people (2020) in upstate New York, at the confluence of the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers. It is the cultural and financial center of the Greater Binghamton Metropolitan Area and is the Broome County seat. Binghamton is part of the "Triple Cities" with Endicott and Johnson City. Binghamton has many fantastic examples of Romanesque Revival Architecture in the city's center; for this, and for its collection of ornate mansions and nice homes, it's known as the Parlor City. The Binghamton area is also known as the Carousel Capital of America, home to 6 of the remaining 150 antique carousels in the nation. Other historic attractions are the Roberson Museum, Kopernik Space Center, and the Ross Park Zoo. Rod Serling, the screenwriter and television producer, was born here, and the regional sandwich known as the "spiedie" was created here.
Founded 1822
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 138.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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