Trip from Jamaica, NY to Lake Luzerne, 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 26m

Distance

208.4 mi

335 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 13m ★

6 AM

4h 26m

8 AM

4h 53m

10 AM

4h 36m

12 PM

4h 33m

3 PM

4h 37m

5 PM

4h 52m

8 PM

4h 18m

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

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Jamaica, NY

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Lake Luzerne, NY

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Trip Overview

This 208.4-mile journey from Jamaica, NY, to Lake Luzerne, NY, is designed for a single day of travel, taking an estimated 4 hours and 26 minutes. You'll primarily be on major roadways, with an 84% highway share, making it a straightforward drive. The estimated fuel cost is around $34, and with only one recommended stop, you can cover significant ground efficiently. This route focuses on getting you from point A to point B within the Northeast region, offering a direct path to your destination.

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

104.2 miles from Jamaica, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
NY 17	111.7 mi	2h 8m
Adirondack Northway	18.1 mi	21m
NJ 17	14.7 mi	18m
Route 9N	9.9 mi	13m
I 787	9 mi	12m
NJ 4	6.7 mi	9m
Van Wyck Expressway	5.7 mi	7m
East River Drive	4.9 mi	7m

Longest stretch: NY 17 — 111.7 mi, about 2h 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, NY and Lake Luzerne, NY.

Start on Tuskegee Airmen Way

303 ft · 17 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way

Turn right onto Pinegrove Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Pinegrove Street

At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue

435 ft · 13 sec · Liberty Avenue

Turn right onto Van Wyck Expressway East

77 ft · 1 sec · Van Wyck Expressway East

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx

Merge onto I 678

5.7 mi · 7 min · Van Wyck Expressway

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 678

2.0 mi · 2 min · Whitestone Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 1 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge

Continue on I 678

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 95 South

Merge onto I 95

4.8 mi · 6 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Toward Upper Level

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4

Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

112 mi · 2 hr 8 min · NY 17

Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 23 Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 787

9.0 mi · 12 min · I 787

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 787

0.4 mi · 29 sec · NY 787

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 9W Toward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs Use the right lane.

Merge onto NY 7

3.1 mi · 3 min · NY 7

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls

Merge onto I 87

18 mi · 21 min · Adirondack Northway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 13N Toward US 9 North: Saratoga Springs

Turn straight onto US 9

4.4 mi · 7 min · US 9

Turn left onto NY 9N

2.8 mi · 5 min · Church Street

Continue on NY 9N

9.9 mi · 13 min · Route 9N

Continue on NY 9N

1.3 mi · 2 min · Saratoga Avenue

Continue on NY 9N

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Maple Street

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9N

457 ft · 16 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto CR 9

0.1 mi · 19 sec · River Street

Continue on CR 16

4.9 mi · 7 min · East River Drive

Arrive at destination

CR 16

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour 26-minute duration, starting your drive from Jamaica, NY, in the morning is advisable to avoid potential traffic and maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on NY 17 is over 100 miles. The $34 fuel estimate should help you budget for the trip. Consider making your single stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed.

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 104.2 miles from Jamaica, NY, or about 2h 10m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.7 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 46 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 104.2 miles or 2h 10m 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 31m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Jamaica, 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 Jamaica, NY

This is one driving day of about 208.4 miles and 4h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Jamaica, 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 NY 17 for about 111.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Orange County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Windsor, NY

104 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Esopus, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104.2 miles from Jamaica, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111.7 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

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Hills, New York

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Glen Rock, New Jersey

2.7 mi

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 14.9

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+15167490697

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Effy's Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.9

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12122806200

Visit website

Paola's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $50 to $10 mile 14.9

New York, New York

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+12127941890

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 74.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 14.9

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Roberto Clemente State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 14.9

Bronx, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm

+17182998750

Visit website

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 14.9

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17186816000

Visit website

Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 14.9

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 14.9

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 30

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 25.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

10.3 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: Geor...

10.5 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan

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

Use the slight left lane. Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washingto...

18.4 mi into trip | ~27m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

18.6 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

25.6 mi into trip | ~37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.30 one way

$68.61 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$37.09	$74.19
premium	$4.92	$40.39	$80.78
diesel	$5.61	$46.01	$92.02

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00

Whitestone 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

$34

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$82–$107

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 72.9 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	62.5	0	$21.88	$10.00
Efficient EV	52.1	0	$18.24	$8.34
EV Truck/SUV	83.4	1	$29.18	$13.34

Gas CO2

73 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Jamaica, NY

Afternoon in Jamaica on Sunday

Local time

12:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lake Luzerne, NY

Afternoon in Lake Luzerne on Sunday

Local time

12:41 PM

EDT

Current temp

37°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

19 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

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free

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 most of this trip, with 84% of the drive taking place on major roads like NY 17 and the Adirondack Northway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 111.7 miles on NY 17, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent driving. While primarily high-speed, the route transitions through different sections, offering a varied highway feel rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You'll experience the efficiency of major highways connecting you to your upstate New York destination.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

46 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 111.7 mi on NY 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and Adirondack Northway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in.

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 30 significant decision points across 208.4 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 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 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 Jamaica, NY and Lake Luzerne, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South, Gsp North and Newark - among others.

Manhattan

10.5 mi in | ~16m

Upper Level

15.9 mi in | ~23m | via I 95; US 1

Njtp South: Hackensack

18.4 mi in | ~27m

Gsp South

25.4 mi in | ~37m

Gsp North

25.4 mi in | ~37m

Newark

25.4 mi in | ~37m

Mahwah

25.4 mi in | ~37m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

40.7 mi in | ~57m | via NY 17

Troy

152.4 mi in | ~3h 6m

Saratoga Springs

162 mi in | ~3h 19m

Glens Falls

165.4 mi in | ~3h 24m

About the Cities

Starting in Jamaica, NY

Full guide →

Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.

Arriving in Lake Luzerne, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1792

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 26m. Total distance: 208.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 111.7 miles on NY 17. 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 Lake Luzerne, 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.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant 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 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Lake Luzerne, 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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

Duaa’s Cafe

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

Honey Day Cafe

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

Sara's Kitchen

Park Cafe

Hainan

Effy's Cafe

Paola's

Duaa’s Cafe

Cafe Amrita

Lily and Liam

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

Tesla Supercharger

Claremont Park

Roberto Clemente State Park

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park

Yankee Stadium

Fort Tryon Park

Bennett Park

J. Hood Wright Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Jamaica, NY

Lake Luzerne, NY

Same local time

19 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 26m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

Saratoga National Historical Park

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Gateway National Recreation Area

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Jamaica, NY

Arriving in Lake Luzerne, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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