Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
8.1 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kaser, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Ramapo, NY
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Kaser, NY to Ramapo, NY is 8.1 miles and takes about 15 minutes via State Highway 59, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a short hop, perfect for those needing to get from one place to another without a significant time commitment. You'll find yourself on a mix of road types, so expect a bit of variety in the driving experience. Plan for minimal travel time, making it easy to fit into any schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 59 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Lafayette Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Torne Valley Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Orange Turnpike | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Orange Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Torne Brook Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Phyllis Terrace | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Kaser, NY and Ramapo, NY.
Start on Phyllis Terrace
Turn left onto NY 306
Turn right onto NY 59
Continue on NY 59
Turn right onto US 202; 59
Continue on NY 59
Turn right onto CR 95
Turn left onto Torne Brook Road
Turn right onto Lake Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto NY 306 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto NY 59 / State Highway 59
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto US 202; 59 / Orange Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 95 / Torne Valley Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Torne Brook Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$1.32 one way
$2.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $1.42 | $2.85 |
| premium | $4.87 | $1.55 | $3.10 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $1.72 | $3.45 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Tolls
$0
Total
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Kaser on Sunday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Rain Showers
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Late night in Ramapo on Sunday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Rain Showers
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This 8.1-mile route features a mixed highway and surface road profile, with 47% of it on highways. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch of highway driving at 3.3 miles on State Highway 59. After this, expect the road to transition to surface streets, likely with more local traffic and intersections. The blend means you'll experience both faster-paced driving and slower, more controlled segments.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 306 / Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 306 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (NY 59 / State Highway 59): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (US 202; 59 / Orange Avenue): Navigation decision point.
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Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 15m. Total distance: 8.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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