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Trip from Louisville, NY to 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

5h 1m

Distance

211.4 mi

340 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 48m ★
6 AM
5h 2m
8 AM
5h 29m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 9m
3 PM
5h 13m
5 PM
5h 28m
8 PM
4h 54m

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

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county seat of Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States

Louisville, NY

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Trip Overview

This 211.4-mile drive from Louisville to Albany, New York, is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 5 hours to complete. You'll primarily navigate using the Adirondack Northway (I-87), State Highway 56, and State Highway 28N, with a 40% highway share. With an estimated fuel cost of $35, this route offers a mixed driving experience. Given the manageable duration and distance, it's well-suited for a single day's journey, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The drive keeps you within the Northeast region, specifically within New York State.

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

105.7 miles from Louisville, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Adirondack Northway 70.9 mi 1h 22m
State Highway 56 38 mi 55m
State Highway 28N 30.3 mi 43m
Adirondack Trail 19.3 mi 27m
State Route 3 14.8 mi 20m
Loudon Road 6.2 mi 10m
North Main Street 4.8 mi 5m
Olmstedville Road 4.8 mi 7m
Longest stretch: Adirondack Northway — 70.9 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Louisville, NY and Albany, NY.

1

Start on Louisville-Raymondville Road

3.8 mi · 13 min · Louisville-Raymondville Road
2

Turn left onto NY 310

318 ft · 9 sec · State Highway 310
3

Turn right onto NY 56

3.0 mi · 3 min · State Highway 56
4

Continue on NY 56

4.8 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
5

Continue on NY 56

3.6 mi · 4 min · State Highway 56
6

Continue on NY 56

1.1 mi · 3 min · Market Street
7

Turn left onto US 11

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Elm Street
8

Turn right onto Park Street

248 ft · 7 sec · Park Street
9

Keep slight left at fork onto Park Street

198 ft · 7 sec · Park Street
10

Continue on NY 56

1.0 mi · 2 min · Pierrepont Avenue
11

Continue on NY 56

31 mi · 47 min · State Highway 56
12

At end of road, turn left onto NY 3

15 mi · 20 min · State Route 3
13

Continue on NY 3

1.0 mi · 2 min · Main Street
14

Continue on NY 3

1.2 mi · 2 min · Demars Boulevard
15

Continue on NY 3

0.1 mi · 30 sec · Lake Street
16

Turn left onto NY 3

282 ft · 12 sec · Mill Street
17

Turn right onto NY 30

0.2 mi · 33 sec · East Park Street
18

Turn left onto NY 30

1.9 mi · 3 min · Wawbeek Avenue
19

Continue on NY 30

0.8 mi · 1 min · Adirondack Trail
20

Continue on NY 30

0.5 mi · 46 sec · Moody Road
21

Continue on NY 30

18 mi · 25 min · Adirondack Trail
22

Continue on NY 30

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Lake Street
23

Continue on NY 30

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Adirondack Trail
24

At end of road, turn left onto NY 28N

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Highway 28N
25

Continue on NY 28N

2.5 mi · 3 min · Newcomb Road
26

Continue on NY 28N

30 mi · 41 min · State Highway 28N
27

Turn slight left onto CR 30

2.8 mi · 4 min · A P Morse Highway
28

Keep slight left at fork onto Donnelly Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Donnelly Road
29

Continue on CR 29

1.2 mi · 1 min · County Highway 29
30

Continue on CR 19

4.8 mi · 7 min · Olmstedville Road
31

Turn straight onto US 9

0.2 mi · 38 sec · US 9
32

Turn left onto Valley Farm Road

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Valley Farm Road
33

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
34

Merge onto I 87

71 mi · 1 hr 22 min · Adirondack Northway
35

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 38 sec
Exit 7-6 Toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes
36

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 26 sec
Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Merge onto NY 7

237 ft · 3 sec · NY 7
38

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 7

0.3 mi · 28 sec · NY 7
Exit 6 Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady
39

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward NY 2, NY 9 Use the slight left lane.
40

Turn straight onto NY 2

0.5 mi · 1 min · Troy Schenectady Road
41

Enter roundabout onto Loudon Road

20 ft · 0 sec · Loudon Road
42

Continue on Loudon Road

6.2 mi · 10 min · Loudon Road
43

Continue on US 9

0.5 mi · 1 min · Henry Johnson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
44

Turn left onto NY 5

508 ft · 16 sec · Central Avenue
45

Turn slight left onto NY 5

0.5 mi · 1 min · Washington Avenue
46

Turn right

30 ft · 2 sec
47

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Albany. With only one suggested stop, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $35; it’s always wise to top off before leaving Louisville. A practical tip for this route: be aware of the transition points between the Adirondack Northway and the state highways, as speed limits and road conditions may change.

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 105.7 miles from Louisville, NY, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.9 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 47 miles or 1h 17m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 105.7 miles or 2h 44m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 11m

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 Louisville, 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 Louisville, NY

This is one driving day of about 211.4 miles and 5h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Louisville, 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 Adirondack Northway for about 70.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jay, NY

106 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

Colton, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jay, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.7 miles from Louisville, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.9 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

Sara's Kitchen

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Saratoga Springs, New York

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 181.2

Hours: 12–3 pm

+15183164456

Visit website

Cafe Madison

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, New York

2 mi

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rensselaer, New York

2.6 mi

Sara's Kitchen

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 181.2

Saratoga Springs, New York

Hours: 12–3 pm

+15183164456

Visit website

Cafe Madison

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 211.4

Albany, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+15189351094

Visit website

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 211.4

Rensselaer, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15182750565

Visit website

Kelly's Roots Cafe And Marketplace

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.1

Queensbury, New York

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15187416141

Visit website

Gourmet Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.1

Glens Falls, New York

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15187610864

Visit website

Barcelona Restaurant-Wine Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 211.4

Albany, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15184381144

Visit website

Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.1

Glens Falls, New York

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+15186363832

Visit website

Tool's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 211.4

Delmar, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15184399111

Visit website

Children's Museum at Saratoga

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 181.2

Saratoga Springs, New York

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15185845540

Visit website

Sky Zone Queensbury

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 166.1

Queensbury, New York

Hours: 1–8 pm

+15187414449

Visit website

Bolton Boat Tours and Water Sports on Lake George

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 151

Diamond Point, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15189551349

Visit website

American Italian Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 211.4

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–2 pm

+15184351979

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 16.6 and 203.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
16.6 mi into trip | ~30m in | Park Street

Turn right onto Park Street

Navigation decision point

6
202.3 mi into trip | ~4h 45m in

Take the exit toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes

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

Exit 7-6 Toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Tro...
8
202.8 mi into trip | ~4h 45m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady
8
203.1 mi into trip | ~4h 46m in | NY 7

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 7 toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 6 Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady
9
203.4 mi into trip | ~4h 46m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NY 2, NY 9

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

Use the slight left lane. Toward NY 2, NY 9

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$34.80 one way

$69.60 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $37.63 $75.26
premium $4.92 $40.97 $81.95
diesel $5.61 $46.67 $93.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$35

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 74 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 63.4 0 $22.20 $10.15
Efficient EV 52.9 0 $18.50 $8.46
EV Truck/SUV 84.6 1 $29.60 $13.53

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Louisville, NY

Late night in Louisville on Sunday

Local time

12:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, NY

Late night in Albany on Sunday

Local time

12:48 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Sunny

N 9 mph 12% chance Live forecast

37°F

Jay, NY

106 mi in

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

28 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 1m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Saratoga National Historical Park

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...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 182.2
Park Closure: Horse Trail Closed
Park Closure: Tour Stop 7 Closed
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 mixed drive on this route, blending faster highway travel with more local road segments. Forty percent of your journey will be on highways, but you'll also encounter State Highways 56 and 28N, which offer a different pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll face is 70.9 miles on the Adirondack Northway, providing a good opportunity to settle in. As you progress, the character of the road will shift, offering variety beyond a monotonous interstate experience.

40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
47 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.9 mi on Adirondack Northway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.6 miles in near Park Street.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 211.4 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 16.6 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 202.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting in Louisville, NY

Full guide →

Arriving in Albany, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1686

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

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 5h 1m. Total distance: 211.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 70.9 miles on Adirondack Northway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 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 16.6 miles (Park Street): Navigation decision point; at 202.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Saratoga National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Albany, NY before the return drive.

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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