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Trip from Fairmount, NY to Albany, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 4m

Distance

150 mi

241 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 53m ★
6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 26m
8 PM
2h 58m

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

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Downtown Fairmount, NY, NY

Fairmount, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 150-mile journey from Fairmount, NY, to Albany, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 4 minutes to complete. The drive primarily utilizes major highways like the New York State Thruway (I-90) and I-690, making for a relatively straightforward route across the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $25, this trip offers an economical way to travel between these two New York locations. The route is characterized by a turn-heavy local drive feel, despite a significant portion being on the highway. You'll find this drive is best suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.

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

75 miles from Fairmount, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 129.7 mi 2h 29m
I 90 6.1 mi 8m
I 690 2.1 mi 2m
Factory Avenue 1.7 mi 2m
NY 298 1.3 mi 1m
Hiawatha Boulevard West 1.3 mi 2m
Wolf Street 1.2 mi 2m
NY 695 0.7 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 129.7 mi, about 2h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fairmount, NY and Albany, NY.

1

Start on this road

224 ft · 18 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn right onto NY 173

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Onondaga Road (NY 173)
3

Turn right onto NY 297

0.6 mi · 1 min · Milton Avenue
4

Turn left onto Horan Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Horan Road
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward NY 695 North
6

Merge onto NY 695

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NY 695
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 690 East
8

Merge onto I 690

2.1 mi · 2 min · I 690
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec
Toward Hiawatha Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn left onto Hiawatha Boulevard West

1.3 mi · 2 min · Hiawatha Boulevard West
Use the left / right lanes.
11

Turn right onto NY 370

500 ft · 17 sec · Park Street
12

Turn left onto US 11

1.2 mi · 2 min · Wolf Street
13

Continue on US 11

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Brewerton Road
14

Turn right onto Factory Avenue

1.7 mi · 2 min · Factory Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Turn right onto Town Line Road

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Town Line Road
Use the right lane.
16

Enter roundabout onto NY 298

0.2 mi · 18 sec · NY 298
17

Continue on NY 298

1.1 mi · 1 min · NY 298
18

Enter roundabout

0.2 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 90
19

Continue

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 90
20

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany Use the slight right lane.
21

Merge onto I 90

130 mi · 2 hr 29 min · New York State Thruway
22

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 90
Exit 24 Toward I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal Use the slight left lane.
23

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

4.9 mi · 6 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Exit 6 Toward US 9: Loudonville, Arbor Hill Use the slight right lane.
25

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Toward US 9 South: Arbor Hill, Henry Johnson Boulevard Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
26

Turn straight onto US 9

0.3 mi · 22 sec · US 9
27

Continue on US 9

0.5 mi · 1 min · Henry Johnson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
28

Turn left onto NY 5

508 ft · 16 sec · Central Avenue
29

Turn slight left onto NY 5

0.5 mi · 1 min · Washington Avenue
30

Turn right

30 ft · 2 sec
31

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour duration and 150-mile distance, this route is perfectly suited for a day trip, offering flexibility in when you choose to depart. You'll want to keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $25 for the trip, and plan for one main stop to break up the journey. The longest stretch without a significant change in road is 129.7 miles on the New York State Thruway, so consider a break before or after this segment. A practical tip for this turn-heavy local drive is to utilize your GPS actively, especially as you approach your destination in Albany, to navigate any complex intersections efficiently.

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 75 miles from Fairmount, NY, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.7 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 33 miles or 45m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 75 miles or 1h 34m 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 29m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fairmount, 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 Fairmount, NY

This is one driving day of about 150 miles and 3h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Fairmount, 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 New York State Thruway for about 129.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Fort Plain, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Fort Plain, NY

75 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

Clark Mills, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Fort Plain, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75 miles from Fairmount, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.7 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best coffee break

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Syracuse, New York

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13154358511

Visit website

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13154358511

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Quick Charge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18552703107

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Fultonville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Red E Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Yorkville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Yorkville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Frankfort, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Yorkville, New York

+18668167584

Visit website

Tawasentha Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Altamont, New York

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+15184563150

Visit website

Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Chittenango, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13156873801

Visit website

5 Wits Syracuse

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+13159884001

Visit website

The Stanley Theatre

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+13157244000

Visit website

5 Wits Albany

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–8 pm

+15187592288

Visit website

Museum of Science & Technology

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm

+13154259068

Visit website

All Things Oz Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Chittenango, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13156877772

Visit website

WonderWorks Destiny

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Syracuse, New York

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+13154667700

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 148.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
5.2 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward Hiawatha Boulevard

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Hiawatha Boulevard
7
11.9 mi into trip | ~20m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 90 East: Albany
9
141.9 mi into trip | ~2h 51m in | I 90

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal

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

Use the slight left lane. Exit 24 Toward I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal
8
148 mi into trip | ~3h in

Take the exit toward US 9: Loudonville, Arbor Hill

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 6 Toward US 9: Loudonville, Arbor Hill
9
148.3 mi into trip | ~3h in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 South: Arbor Hill, Henry Johnson Boulevard

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 9 South: Arbor Hill, Henry Johnson Bo...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.69 one way

$49.38 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $26.70 $53.40
premium $4.92 $29.07 $58.15
diesel $5.61 $33.12 $66.24

Estimated Tolls: $6.49

New York State Thruway (129.7 mi) $6.49

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

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45 0 $15.75 $7.20
Efficient EV 37.5 0 $13.13 $6.00
EV Truck/SUV 60 0 $21.00 $9.60

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (65% 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

Fairmount, NY

Morning in Fairmount on Tuesday

Local time

8:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, NY

Morning in Albany on Tuesday

Local time

8:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Mostly Clear

N 3 mph 0% chance Live forecast

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

10 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 4m 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.

Fort Stanwix National Monument

Fort Stanwix National Monument

National Monument

For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 46.5
View on nps.gov
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

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...

19 mi from route ~47 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Saratoga National Historical Park

Saratoga National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...

22 mi from route ~56 min detour Free near mile 129.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that blends highway cruising with more involved local road sections, as indicated by the 7% highway share. While there's a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 129.7 miles on the New York State Thruway, the overall profile is described as 'turn-heavy local drive.' This suggests you'll experience a variety of road types, transitioning from faster-paced highway travel to more frequent turns and potentially slower speeds as you navigate through different areas. The character of the road will change, requiring your attention to be adaptable throughout the 150 miles.

Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 129.7 mi on New York State Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 5.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 24 significant decision points across 150 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 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 141.9 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

On the drive from Fairmount, NY to Albany, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Montreal along the way.

Montreal

141.9 mi in | ~2h 51m | via I 90

About the Cities

Starting in Fairmount, NY

Full guide →

Arriving in Albany, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1686

Albany is the capital of New York. Albany is an interesting showcase of several centuries' worth of architectural styles, including the modernistic Empire State Plaza.

Top landmarks

  • • New York State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of New York
  • • Fort Orange — fort in New Netherland (now Albany, New York)
  • • Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — historic cathedral in Albany, 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 4m. Total distance: 150 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 129.7 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.49 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. 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 Albany, 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 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 141.9 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Fort Stanwix National Monument, Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Saratoga National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Albany, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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