Origin
Haverstraw, NY
Morning in Haverstraw on Sunday
Local time
7:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haverstraw, NY to Utica, 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 10m
Distance
205.6 mi
331 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 57m
★
6 AM
4h 10m
8 AM
4h 36m
10 AM
4h 19m
12 PM
4h 17m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 35m
8 PM
4h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Haverstraw, NY
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Utica, NY
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Trip Overview
This 205.6-mile drive from Haverstraw, NY, to Utica, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including the New York State Thruway, US 9W, and Temple Hill Road. With a projected fuel cost of around $34, this trip is an accessible option for a quick getaway within the Northeast region. The route offers a practical journey, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You can expect a straightforward travel experience, making it suitable for those looking to cover ground efficiently.
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
102.8 miles from Haverstraw, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 172.2 mi | 3h 18m |
| 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 |
| North Genesee Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Conger Avenue | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Quaker Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 172.2 mi, about 3h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haverstraw, NY and Utica, 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 Thruway
Use 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
87 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
85 mi
·
1 hr 38 min
·
New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
21
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
23
Keep slight right at fork
159 ft
·
3 sec
24
Turn slight right onto North Genesee Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Genesee Street
25
Continue on Genesee Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Genesee Street
26
Turn right onto Washington Lane
63 ft
·
2 sec
·
Washington Lane
27
Arrive at destination
Washington Lane
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 10-minute duration, this trip is comfortably achievable in one day. Departing in the morning, perhaps around 9 AM, will allow you to reach Utica by early afternoon with ample time to settle in. Plan for one stop to break up the drive, potentially utilizing the longest stretch on the New York State Thruway for a more continuous segment before needing to refuel or stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between the New York State Thruway and local roads, to ensure you have enough to reach Utica or a convenient service area. The $34 fuel cost suggests a moderately priced trip, so budgeting for this is straightforward.
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 102.8 miles from Haverstraw, NY, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.2 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 45 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.8 miles or 2h 8m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Utica, 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 205.6 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Haverstraw, 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 172.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.8 miles from Haverstraw, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 172.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 175 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 203 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Clove Avenue
Turn left onto Clove Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
22.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
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...
7
203 mi into trip
|
~4h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.84 one way
$67.69 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $36.60 | $73.19 |
| premium | $4.92 | $39.85 | $79.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.39 | $90.79 |
Estimated Tolls: $8.61
New York State Thruway
(172.2 mi)
$8.61
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
$34
Tolls
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.7 | 0 | $21.59 | $9.87 |
| Efficient EV | 51.4 | 0 | $17.99 | $8.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.2 | 1 | $28.78 | $13.16 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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
Utica, NY
Morning in Utica on Sunday
Local time
7:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
8 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
4h 10m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 205.6-mile journey. While 11% of the route is on highways, the majority involves navigating local roads and interchanges. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 172.2 miles on the New York State Thruway, offering a period of more consistent travel. The road character will likely shift between more direct highway segments and areas with frequent turns and local traffic. This varied terrain means you'll need to stay engaged behind the wheel, adapting to different driving conditions as you progress from Haverstraw to Utica.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 172.2 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.2 miles in near Clove Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 205.6 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 0.2 miles (Clove Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.5 miles (NY 32 / State Route 32): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Utica, NY, road signs point toward New York City and New York State Thruway.
New York City
29.9 mi in
|
~44m
New York State Thruway
29.9 mi in
|
~44m
About the Cities
Starting in Haverstraw, NY
Full guide →Founded 1616
Arriving in Utica, NY
Full guide →Founded 1734
Utica is the heart of the Mohawk Valley and the seat of Oneida County in Central New York State. Utica offers the charm of small-city living balanced with the cultural and ethnic diversity of an international urban center. At the foot of the Adirondack Mountains, Utica is a truly scenic city that offers the pleasures of both a rural and urban setting.
Top landmarks
- • Utica Memorial Auditorium — multi-purpose arena
- • Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute — arts center in Utica, New York
- • Union Station — railway station in Utica, 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 4h 10m. Total distance: 205.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 172.2 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $8.61 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 Utica, 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 0.2 miles (Clove Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 23.5 miles (NY 32 / State Route 32): Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Utica, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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