Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
41.5 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
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.
Lysander, NY
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Apulia, NY
Benoit Dujardin
Lysander, NY to Apulia, NY is 41.5 miles and takes about 59 minutes via I 81, I 690, and NY 31, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New York, making it a straightforward trip within the Northeast region. It's a predominantly highway-focused journey, meaning you'll cover ground efficiently. Consider this route if you need to get from point A to B quickly without extensive detours, as it prioritizes speed and directness over scenic exploration.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 10.7 mi | 13m |
| I 690 | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| NY 31 | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| West Genesee Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Apulia Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Plainville Road | 3.4 mi | 8m |
| Cherry Valley Turnpike | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| State Route 80 | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lysander, NY and Apulia, NY.
Start on Lamson Road
Turn right onto Plainville Road
Turn left onto NY 370
Take the exit onto NY 31
Continue on I 690
Take the exit
Merge onto I 81
Continue on I-81
Continue on I 81
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 20
Turn slight right onto Apulia Road
At end of road, turn left onto NY 80
Turn left
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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.
A short stop after about 41.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Lysander, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 34 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto NY 370 / West Genesee Road
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto NY 31
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 81 South: Binghamton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 20: LaFayette
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Regular Gas
$6.71 one way
$13.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.46 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
| premium | $4.85 | $7.92 | $15.84 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $7.84 | $15.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.13
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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 Lysander on Tuesday
Local time
12:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Apulia on Tuesday
Local time
12:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
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 route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 70% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 81, I 690, and NY 31. You'll experience stretches of relatively uninterrupted travel, including a continuous segment of 10.7 miles on I 81. Expect the character of the drive to be consistent, leaning towards efficient travel on well-maintained highways rather than winding country roads. The focus is on covering the 41.5 miles with minimal delay.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and I 690. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near NY 370 / West Genesee Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.5 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (NY 370 / West Genesee Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (NY 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
969 ft
Total Descent
86 ft
Highest Point
1,298 ft
~41.5 mi in
Elevation Range
910 ft
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 41.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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