Yossies Cafe & Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
Monroe, New York
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 57m
Distance
323.8 mi
521 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
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.
Harrison, NY
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Greece, NY
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Embarking on this 323.8-mile journey from Harrison, NY, to Greece, NY, will take approximately 6 hours and 57 minutes of driving time. This route, primarily on Long Mountain Parkway and the New York State Thruway (I-81), is well-suited for a single day trip, especially with a projected fuel cost of around $53. The drive offers a highway-focused experience, making it efficient for covering ground. You'll be traveling within the Northeast region, staying within New York State for the entire trip. Consider this a straightforward, practical option for getting from Point A to Point B.
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
161.9 miles from Harrison, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 24m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Mountain Parkway | 107.6 mi | 2h 15m |
| I 81 | 39.3 mi | 46m |
| New York State Thruway | 39.2 mi | 46m |
| NY 17 | 33.7 mi | 40m |
| Palisades Interstate Parkway | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| Eastern Expressway | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| Clinton Street | 10.5 mi | 15m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
Step-by-step road directions between Harrison, NY and Greece, NY.
Start on Halstead Avenue
Turn right onto NY 127
Continue on NY 127
Take the ramp
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Westchester Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 287
Merge onto I 87; I 287
Take the exit
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto US 6
Continue on US 6
Continue on NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
Take the exit
Turn right onto NY 13
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
Continue on Albany Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 41
Turn left onto NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Turn left onto US 20
Turn right onto US 20
Turn left onto US 20; NY 5
Continue on US 20; NY 5; NY 38
Continue on US 20; NY 5
Turn right onto NY 318
Continue on NY 318
Turn right onto NY 414
Continue on NY 414
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
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
Given the 6-hour and 57-minute duration, starting your drive from Harrison, NY, early in the morning is advisable to avoid heavier traffic and make the most of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself, but ensure you take breaks as needed, especially during the longest stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $53. A practical tip for this route: since it's largely highway, ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained driving on I-81 and the Thruway.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 71 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.9 miles or 3h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greece, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Harrison, 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 Harrison, NY
This is one driving day of about 323.8 miles and 6h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
162 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 71 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 161.9 miles from Harrison, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Long Mountain Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.6 miles.
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.
Top Restaurant
Monroe, New York
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Near the start, short detour
Monroe, New York
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Phelps, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Auburn, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Auburn, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887174544
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Monroe, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Monroe, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18447982438
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Central Valley, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887800062
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Central Valley, New York
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Rye, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18134925220
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Auburn, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+13152538051
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Auburn, New York
Hours: 9 am–1 pm
+13152525541
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Auburn, New York
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+13152527644
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Rochester, New York
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+15853367200
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~10 min detour
Cortland, New York
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+18663763907
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 312 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 287 West: White Plains
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the ramp
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
Regular Gas
$53.30 one way
$106.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $57.63 | $115.27 |
| premium | $4.92 | $62.76 | $125.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $71.49 | $142.98 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.96
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
$53
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 97.1 | 1 | $34.00 | $15.54 |
| Efficient EV | 81 | 0 | $28.33 | $12.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 129.5 | 1 | $45.33 | $20.72 |
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Harrison on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Greece on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This drive leans heavily towards a highway-focused profile, with about 70% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-81 and the New York State Thruway. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 107.6 miles on Long Mountain Parkway, offering a significant period of consistent travel. While primarily highway, expect some variation as you transition between these main arteries. The character of the drive is largely about efficient travel on well-maintained roads, minimizing complex navigation.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Mountain Parkway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 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 35 significant decision points across 323.8 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 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 269.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Harrison, NY and Greece, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain, New York State Thruway and Albany.
Palisades Parkway North
Bear Mountain
New York State Thruway
Albany
Harrison is a town and village in Westchester County, New York.
Founded 1822
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 57m. Total distance: 323.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 57m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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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