Origin
Haverstraw, NY
Afternoon in Haverstraw on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Haverstraw, NY to West Albany, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 31m
Distance
119.6 mi
192 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
★
6 AM
2h 32m
8 AM
2h 52m
10 AM
2h 39m
12 PM
2h 37m
3 PM
2h 40m
5 PM
2h 51m
8 PM
2h 25m
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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West Albany, NY
Connor Scott McManus
Trip Overview
This 119.6-mile journey from Haverstraw, NY, to West Albany, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 31 minutes. You'll navigate a mix of major roadways, including the New York State Thruway and I-787, with a portion of the drive also utilizing US 9W. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $20. Given its relatively short duration and the ability to cover the longest stretch of 81.4 miles on the Thruway without interruption, you'll have plenty of flexibility for stops. This drive is a straightforward connection within the Northeast region, primarily within New York State.
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
59.8 miles from Haverstraw, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 81.4 mi | 1h 33m |
| US 9W | 21.6 mi | 28m |
| I 787 | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| I 90 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Temple Hill Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Union Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| State Route 32 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Conger Avenue | 0.7 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 West Albany, NY.
1
Start on Broadway
63 ft
·
4 sec
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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
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 23
Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
Use the slight right lane.
21
Continue on I 787
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 5
Toward I 90: Buffalo, Boston
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Use the slight left lane.
24
Merge onto I 90
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 5
Toward Everett Road
Use the slight right lane.
26
Turn right onto Everett Road Extension
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Everett Road Extension
27
Turn right onto Exchange Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Exchange Street
28
Turn left onto Sand Creek Road
71 ft
·
2 sec
·
Sand Creek Road
29
Arrive at destination
Sand Creek Road
Trip Plan
For this 2.5-hour drive, departing mid-morning is a good strategy, allowing you to avoid the peak rush hour from Haverstraw and arrive in West Albany with ample daylight. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $20, you can be quite flexible with your timing. Pay attention to the transitions between the New York State Thruway, US 9W, and I-787, as these are key points where the road character changes. A specific tip for this route: be ready for the road to feel more 'local' and less like a pure highway as you approach your destination in West Albany.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.8 miles from Haverstraw, NY, or about 1h 19m 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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.8 miles or 1h 19m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West 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 119.6 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 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 81.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.8 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 81.4 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 23.5 and 116 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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...
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
8
115.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 90: Buffalo, Boston
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 5
Toward I 90: Buffalo, Boston
7
116 mi into trip
|
~2h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.69 one way
$39.37 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $21.29 | $42.58 |
| premium | $4.92 | $23.18 | $46.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.41 | $52.81 |
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
$20
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.56 | $5.74 |
| Efficient EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.46 | $4.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.8 | 0 | $16.74 | $7.65 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
West Albany, NY
Afternoon in West Albany on Sunday
Local time
12:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
2 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 31m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, characterized by its 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile. While 24% of the journey involves highway driving, including an 81.4-mile segment on the New York State Thruway, much of the route will likely feel more engaged. The roads will shift between faster-paced highway sections and more involved local roads, requiring your attention. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind but will instead experience a dynamic route that keeps you connected to the environment.
Only 24% 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?
10/10
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 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 119.6 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 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
608 ft
34 ft
Total Climb
1,055 ft
Total Descent
891 ft
Highest Point
608 ft
~17.1 mi in
Elevation Range
574 ft
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 West Albany, NY, road signs point toward New York City, New York State Thruway and Troy.
New York City
29.9 mi in
|
~44m
New York State Thruway
29.9 mi in
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~44m
Troy
112.2 mi in
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~2h 19m
About the Cities
Starting in Haverstraw, NY
Full guide →Founded 1616
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 2h 31m. Total distance: 119.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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 West 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 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. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at West Albany, NY before heading back.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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