Origin
Essex, NY
Afternoon in Essex on Sunday
Local time
1:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Essex, NY to Ticonderoga, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
39.6 mi
64 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Essex, NY
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Ticonderoga, NY
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Trip Overview
Essex, NY to Ticonderoga, NY is 39.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 2 minutes via State Highway 9N and State Highway 22, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, straightforward trip stays within New York's Northeast region, making it a convenient option for a quick transfer or a scenic detour. Expect a drive that's mostly on well-maintained highways, offering a practical way to connect these two points. It's a simple journey, ideal if you're looking for an easy-to-navigate route without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 9N | 21.3 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 22 | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| North Main Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Station Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Station Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North Wicker Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Champlain Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 9N
— 21.3 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Essex, NY and Ticonderoga, NY.
1
Start on NY 22
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Station Street
2
Continue on NY 22
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Station Road
3
Turn slight left onto NY 22
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 9N
4
Turn straight onto NY 22
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Station Road
5
Continue on NY 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 22
6
Turn slight left onto NY 22
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 22
7
Continue on NY 22
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Champlain Avenue
8
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9N
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
9
Continue on NY 9N; NY 22
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 9N
10
Continue on NY 9N; NY 22
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on NY 9N; NY 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 9N
12
Continue on State Highway 9N
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 9N
13
Continue on NY 9N; NY 22
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Street Road
14
Continue on NY 9N; NY 22
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 9N
15
Continue on NY 9N; NY 22
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Wicker Street
16
Enter roundabout onto Montcalm Street
126 ft
·
3 sec
·
Montcalm Street
17
Continue on Montcalm Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Montcalm Street
18
Arrive at destination
Montcalm Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Essex, 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
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 12.9 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
NY 9N / Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9N / Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
39 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
Montcalm Street
Enter roundabout onto Montcalm Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.52 one way
$13.04 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.05 | $14.10 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.68 | $15.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.74 | $17.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Ticonderoga, NY
Afternoon in Ticonderoga on Sunday
Local time
1:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
1h 2m 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 drive leans heavily towards highway travel, with 72% of the route utilizing main roads like State Highway 9N and State Highway 22. You'll experience a consistent highway-focused profile for much of the journey. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 21.3 miles along State Highway 9N, allowing for a good pace. While primarily highway, the route incorporates local roads, including North Main Street, as you enter Ticonderoga. It's a functional drive designed for efficient travel between destinations.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.3 mi on State Highway 9N.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 9N and State Highway 22. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 12.9 miles in near NY 9N / Main Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Essex, NY to Ticonderoga, NY is easy. At 1h 2m with 72% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.9 miles (NY 9N / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 39 miles (Montcalm Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
About the Cities
Arriving in Ticonderoga, NY
Full guide →Founded 1804
Top landmarks
- • Fort Ticonderoga — 18th-century star fort in northern New York in the 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 1h 2m. Total distance: 39.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.3 miles on State Highway 9N. 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 12.9 miles (NY 9N / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 39 miles (Montcalm Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ticonderoga, 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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