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Trip from Glens Falls, NY to Oyster Bay, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 37m

Distance

219 mi

352 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 24m ★
6 AM
4h 37m
8 AM
5h 4m
10 AM
4h 46m
12 PM
4h 44m
3 PM
4h 48m
5 PM
5h 2m
8 PM
4h 29m

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

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city in New York, USA

Glens Falls, NY

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town on Long Island, New York, United States

Oyster Bay, NY

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Trip Overview

This 219-mile drive from Glens Falls, NY, to Oyster Bay, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, taking about 4 hours and 37 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, making it a straightforward journey through the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $36, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route is designed to get you to your destination efficiently, with most of the travel concentrated on well-maintained roadways. Plan for a single stop along the way to break up the drive, and you’ll arrive with plenty of time to spare.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

109.5 miles from Glens Falls, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 87 118.6 mi 2h 17m
Adirondack Northway 44.5 mi 53m
Northern Boulevard 14.5 mi 24m
NJ 17 14.1 mi 18m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Cross Bronx Expressway 6.6 mi 8m
Clearview Expressway 2.1 mi 2m
Throgs Neck Bridge 2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 87 — 118.6 mi, about 2h 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glens Falls, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.

1

Start on US 9; NY32

340 ft · 19 sec · Centennial Circle
2

Continue on Hudson Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Hudson Avenue
3

Continue on Broad Street

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Broad Street
4

Continue on CR 28

0.9 mi · 2 min · Main Street
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward I 87 South
6

Merge onto I 87

45 mi · 53 min · Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87

0.3 mi · 31 sec · I 87
Exit 1E-W Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on I 87

0.5 mi · 51 sec · I 87
Exit 1W Toward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87

118 mi · 2 hr 16 min · I 87
Toward I 87 South: New York Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
11

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
12

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

14 mi · 18 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
15

Merge onto NJ 4

0.3 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4
Use the right lane.
16

Continue on NJ 4

6.4 mi · 8 min · NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.7 mi · 54 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
20

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
22

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
24

Merge onto I 295

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
25

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 5 Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Continue on Clearview Expressway

457 ft · 17 sec · Clearview Expressway
29

Turn left onto NY 25A

15 mi · 24 min · Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
30

Turn left onto NY 106

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Jericho Oyster Bay Road
31

Turn straight onto NY 106

0.5 mi · 46 sec · Oyster Bay Road
32

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106

260 ft · 4 sec · Oyster Bay Road
33

Continue on NY 106

0.9 mi · 1 min · Pine Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
34

Continue on NY 106

105 ft · 5 sec · South Street
35

Turn right onto Berry Hill Road

112 ft · 9 sec · Berry Hill Road
36

Continue on Berry Hill Road

64 ft · 2 sec · Berry Hill Road
37

Arrive at destination

Berry Hill Road

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 37-minute journey, leaving Glens Falls in the morning allows you to reach Oyster Bay by midday. Given its manageable length, the 219-mile trip is easily completed in one day, so you have flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop, perhaps around the halfway point or where you feel ready to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 118.6 miles on I-87, to ensure you don't need to search for a station unexpectedly. The estimated fuel cost of $36 makes it easy to budget for gas along the way.

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 109.5 miles from Glens Falls, NY, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.6 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 48 miles or 1h 1m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 109.5 miles or 2h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 35m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Glens Falls, 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 Glens Falls, NY

This is one driving day of about 219 miles and 4h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Glens Falls, 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 I 87 for about 118.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

110 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

West Albany, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Esopus, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 109.5 miles from Glens Falls, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 87 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.6 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Gourmet Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Glens Falls, New York

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15187610864

Visit website

Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Glens Falls, New York

0.5 mi

Kelly's Roots Cafe And Marketplace

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Queensbury, New York

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Englewood, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Saddle River, New Jersey

1.2 mi

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

2.9 mi

Gourmet Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20

Glens Falls, New York

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15187610864

Visit website

Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Glens Falls, New York

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+15186363832

Visit website

Kelly's Roots Cafe And Marketplace

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Queensbury, New York

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15187416141

Visit website

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 187.7

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12013630008

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 172.1

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $50 to $10 mile 172.1

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 12–1:30 pm

+12019340030

Visit website

Bon Appetit Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 46.9

Albany, New York

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15184592180

Visit website

Barcelona Restaurant-Wine Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 46.9

Albany, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15184381144

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Expensive mile 172.1

Saddle River, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 187.7

New York, New York

+19172614093

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 187.7

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 187.7

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 187.7

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 219

Oyster Bay, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 140.8

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 140.8

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 140.8

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 219

Syosset, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 46.9

Guilderland, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.7 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 140.8

Cornwall, New York

+18455343899

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 140.8

Mountainville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 219

Oyster Bay, New York

+15166246202

Visit website

5 Wits Albany

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 46.9

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–8 pm

+15187592288

Visit website

Ross Dock Picnic Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Xtreme Energy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12014085555

Visit website

Overpeck County Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12013367275

Visit website

Sunshine Pottery & Paint

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+12015415559

Visit website

Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 187.7

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4:45 pm

+12014611776

Visit website

Englewood Picnic Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 187.7

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 46.8 and 195.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
46.8 mi into trip | ~59m in | I 87

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 1E-W Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
7
47.6 mi into trip | ~1h in | I 87

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South: New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 87 South: New York
9
165.4 mi into trip | ~3h 17m 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
8
166.8 mi into trip | ~3h 18m 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
8
195.8 mi into trip | ~3h 59m in | I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.05 one way

$72.10 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 77 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $38.98 $77.96
premium $4.92 $42.45 $84.89
diesel $5.61 $48.35 $96.70

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55

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

$36

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$84–$109

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 76.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 65.7 0 $23.00 $10.51
Efficient EV 54.8 0 $19.16 $8.76
EV Truck/SUV 87.6 1 $30.66 $14.02

Gas CO2

77 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Glens Falls, NY

Morning in Glens Falls on Sunday

Local time

7:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oyster Bay, NY

Morning in Oyster Bay on Sunday

Local time

7:34 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 6 to 12 mph 4% chance Live forecast

49°F

Ramapo, NY

110 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

50 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

4h 37m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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.

General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 188.8
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 188.8
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...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 22.7
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 188.8
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

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...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free near mile 188.8
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 188.8
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 highway-focused experience for about 70% of this 219-mile route. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-87, also known as the Adirondack Northway, which offers a consistent and predictable driving pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 118.6 miles on I-87. While predominantly highway, the transition towards the end of the journey might offer a slight shift in scenery as you approach the Long Island area. Overall, it's a route built for steady progress rather than winding scenic byways.

70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118.6 mi on I 87.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 87 and Adirondack Northway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 46.8 miles in near I 87.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 20 significant decision points across 219 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 46.8 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.4 miles (NY 17): 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.

Between Glens Falls, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York, Buffalo, Gsp South: Paterson and Fort Lee.

Albany

46.8 mi in | ~59m | via I 87

New York

46.8 mi in | ~59m | via I 87

Buffalo

46.8 mi in | ~59m | via I 87

Gsp South: Paterson

180.9 mi in | ~3h 37m

Fort Lee

180.9 mi in | ~3h 37m

About the Cities

Starting in Glens Falls, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1908

Top landmarks

  • • 18th Separate Company Armory — historic armory building in Glens Falls, New York state, USA
  • • First Presbyterian Church — church in Glen Falls, New York
  • • Glens Falls Cemetery — historic cemetery located at Glens Falls, Warren County, New York

Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY

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Founded 1667

Oyster Bay is one of three towns in Nassau County, on Long Island, New York. The town of Oyster Bay comprises a large portion of eastern Nassau County and includes a slew of villages and other communities. This article covers North Oyster Bay – the area closest to Oyster Bay itself (in other words, everything that is north of the Long Island Expressway). See South Oyster Bay for the southern half of the town (in other words, the area south of the expressway). See the article for Glen Cove for communities in the northwest part of the town that are closest to that city.

Top landmarks

  • • Christ Church — historic Episcopal parish in Oyster Bay, New York, USA

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 4h 37m. Total distance: 219 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 118.6 miles on I 87. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $22.55 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington Bridge. 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 Oyster Bay, 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 46.8 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 165.4 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Saratoga National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Oyster Bay, 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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