This 118.2-mile drive from Haverstraw, NY, to Albany, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, as this route has no highway mileage. Expect a fuel cost of around $19 for this journey. The drive offers a straightforward, turn-heavy local experience that's perfect for when you want to get from point A to point B without much fuss. Given its relatively short duration and local road nature, it's an ideal candidate for a spontaneous day trip or a relaxed part of a larger itinerary within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.6 miles from Haverstraw, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
81.4 mi
1h 33m
US 9W
21.6 mi
28m
Temple Hill Road
2.4 mi
4m
Union Avenue
2 mi
3m
State Route 32
1.7 mi
2m
I 787
1.6 mi
2m
Conger Avenue
0.7 mi
<1m
Quaker Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 81.4 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverstraw, NY and Albany, NY.
1
Start on Broadway
63 ft·4 sec·Broadway
2
Turn right onto West Broad Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·West Broad Street
3
Turn left onto Clove Avenue
291 ft·13 sec·Clove Avenue
4
Turn right onto New Main Street
0.1 mi·37 sec·New Main Street
5
Turn right onto US 9W
0.7 mi·50 sec·Conger Avenue
6
Continue on US 9W
10 mi·12 min·US 9W
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Enter roundabout onto US 9W
285 ft·4 sec·US 9W
8
Continue on US 9W
11 mi·15 min·US 9W
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
10
Keep slight left at fork
150 ft·6 sec
11
Turn straight onto CR 107
0.5 mi·1 min·Quaker Avenue
12
At end of road, turn right onto NY 32
1.7 mi·2 min·State Route 32
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on NY 300
2.4 mi·4 min·Temple Hill Road
14
Turn straight onto NY 207; NY 300
0.3 mi·30 sec·Little Britain Road
15
Turn right onto NY 300
2.0 mi·3 min·Union Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 87: Albany, New York City, New York State ThruwayUse the left lane.
17
Continue on this road
427 ft·10 sec·this road
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·22 sec
Toward I 87 North: Albany
19
Merge onto I 87
81 mi·1 hr 33 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Exit 23Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, TroyUse the slight right lane.
21
Continue on I 787
1.6 mi·2 min·I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 4Toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown AlbanyUse the slight right lane.
23
Turn straight onto Quay Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·Quay Street
24
Turn left onto NY 5
0.2 mi·42 sec·NY 5
25
Turn left onto NY 5
0.3 mi·51 sec·State Street
26
At end of road, turn right onto NY 5
182 ft·5 sec·Eagle Street
27
Turn straight onto NY 5
498 ft·19 sec·Washington Avenue
28
Turn left
30 ft·2 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this is a short, 2-hour drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour congestion in the Haverstraw area. With no significant highway stretches, the 118.2-mile journey should remain on schedule, and the estimated fuel cost of $19 is quite manageable. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, plan for brief breaks as needed at your own discretion. A good tip for this route is to keep a close eye on your GPS for the frequent turns; having a reliable navigation system will be key to a smooth experience without any highway cruising to fall back on.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.6 miles from Haverstraw, NY, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.4 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 25 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
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 Haverstraw, 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 Haverstraw, NY
This is one driving day of about 115.1 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Haverstraw, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 81.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 23.5 and 115 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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23.5 mi into trip|~32m in|NY 32 / State Route 32
At end of road, turn right onto NY 32 / State Route 32
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
29.9 mi into trip|~44m in
Take the ramp toward I 87: Albany, New York City, New York State Thruway
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 87: Albany, New York City, New York St...
8
112.2 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
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 23
Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
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114 mi into trip|~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
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 4
Toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
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115 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|NY 5 / Eagle Street
At end of road, turn right onto NY 5 / Eagle Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.95 one way
$37.89 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$20.49
$40.97
premium
$4.92
$22.31
$44.62
diesel
$5.61
$25.41
$50.83
Estimated Tolls: $4.07
New York State Thruway
(81.4 mi)$4.07
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
$19
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.5
0
$12.09
$5.52
Efficient EV
28.8
0
$10.07
$4.60
EV Truck/SUV
46
0
$16.11
$7.37
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Haverstraw, NY
Morning
in Haverstraw on Sunday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Albany, NY
Morning
in Albany on Sunday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
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
15 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
2h 25m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
Free
near mile 115.1
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a drive characterized by frequent turns, as this route is described as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share. You won't be encountering any long stretches of uninterrupted driving; instead, anticipate a more engaged experience navigating local streets. The primary roads you'll follow include West Broad Street, Clove Avenue, and New Main Street. This type of driving means you'll be constantly interacting with the local infrastructure, making for a more connected journey through the towns and communities along the way.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.4 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 23.5 miles in near NY 32 / State Route 32.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 115.1 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 23.5 miles (NY 32 / State Route 32): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Haverstraw, NY and Albany, NY, road signs point toward New York City and New York State Thruway.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 115.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 81.4 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.07 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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles (NY 32 / State Route 32): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 112.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Saratoga National Historical Park, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and General Grant National Memorial. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Albany, NY before heading back.
