Origin
Manhattan, NY
Morning in Manhattan on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manhattan, NY to Theresa, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 46m
Distance
327.7 mi
527 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 35m
★
6 AM
6h 47m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 55m
12 PM
6h 53m
3 PM
6h 56m
5 PM
7h 9m
8 PM
6h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manhattan, NY
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Theresa, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Manhattan to Theresa is 327.7 miles and takes about 6h 46m via NY 17 and the New York State Thruway, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, taking you from the bustling Northeast region to a more serene part of the same area. You'll be spending most of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward drive for a single day. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground across the state without extensive planning.
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
163.8 miles from Manhattan, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 117.5 mi | 2h 15m |
| New York State Thruway | 63 mi | 1h 12m |
| State Highway 12 | 24.3 mi | 31m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.8 mi | 23m |
| State Route 37 | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| NJ 17 | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 28 | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Erwin Parkway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 117.5 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manhattan, NY and Theresa, NY.
1
Start on 86th Street Transverse
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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86th Street Transverse
2
Continue on West 86th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 86th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Amsterdam Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Amsterdam Avenue
4
Turn left onto West 96th Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 96th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
448 ft
·
11 sec
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway
6
Merge onto HH; NY 9A
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 14
Toward I 95: George Washington Brigde
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, New Jersey
9
Merge onto I 95; US 1; US 9
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
10
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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I 95 EXPR; NJTP
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto NJ 4
6.7 mi
·
9 min
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NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
16
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.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
4 min
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NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on NJ 17
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Continue on NJ 17
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
NJ 17
21
Continue on NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 17
22
Continue on I 287; NY 17
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
I 287; NY 17
23
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
118 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 29A
Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
Use the slight right lane.
26
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
this road
27
Continue on NY 169
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 169
28
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
29
Turn right onto NY 167
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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South Ann Street
30
At end of road, turn left onto NY 169
9.7 mi
·
15 min
·
West Monroe Street
31
Continue on NY 28
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 28
32
Continue on NY 28
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
33
Continue on NY 28
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 28
34
Continue on NY 28
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
35
Continue on NY 8; NY 28
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 8
36
Turn right onto NY 28
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 28
37
Turn right onto NY 12
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 12
38
Continue on NY 12; NY 28
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Erwin Parkway
39
Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Highway 12
40
Continue on NY 12
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Bea Luck Road
41
Continue on NY 12
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Utica Boulevard
42
Continue on NY 12; NY 26
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
43
Turn left onto NY 12
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dayan Street
44
Continue on NY 12
11 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 12
45
Continue on NY 12
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
County Road 14
46
Continue on NY 12
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
High Street
47
Continue on NY 12
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
Main Street
48
Continue on NY 12
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 12
49
Continue on NY 12
8.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Van Allen Road
50
Continue on NY 12
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Gifford Street
51
At end of road, turn left onto NY 12
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Street
52
Turn right onto US 11; NY 12
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Street
53
Enter roundabout onto US 11
122 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 11
54
Continue on US 11
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 11
55
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 37
16 mi
·
18 min
·
State Route 37
56
Turn right onto NY 26
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
La Fargeville Road
57
Continue on NY 26
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Main Street
58
Turn left onto NY 26
42 ft
·
0 sec
·
Commercial Street
59
Arrive at destination
NY 26
Trip Plan
Given the 6h 46m estimated drive time, leaving Manhattan in the morning should allow you to reach Theresa before evening. With only one recommended stop and a substantial 117.5-mile stretch on NY 17, consider making your primary stop about halfway through this segment for fuel and a stretch. The total fuel cost is estimated at $54, so be sure to factor that into your budget. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, monitoring traffic leaving the NYC area is crucial for an on-time departure.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 163.8 miles from Manhattan, NY, or about 3h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 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 72 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.8 miles or 3h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Theresa, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, NY
This is one driving day of about 327.7 miles and 6h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Manhattan, 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 117.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
164 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 163.8 miles from Manhattan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.5 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 305 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 210.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
9
7.7 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
8
14.7 mi into trip
|
~23m 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
8
29.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17 toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State...
8
210.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
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 29A
Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$53.94 one way
$107.88 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
115 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $58.33 | $116.66 |
| premium | $4.92 | $63.51 | $127.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.35 | $144.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $19.15
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(63 mi)
$3.15
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
$54
Tolls
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.3 | 1 | $34.41 | $15.73 |
| Efficient EV | 81.9 | 0 | $28.67 | $13.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.1 | 1 | $45.88 | $20.97 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Theresa, NY
Morning in Theresa on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
3 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
6h 46m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
With 64% of this route on highways, expect a significant portion of your drive to be on the New York State Thruway and NY 17. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.5 miles on NY 17, so plan your breaks accordingly. Once you transition off the main thoroughfares onto State Highway 12, you'll notice a change in the driving environment, likely with fewer exits and a more rural feel.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
59 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.5 mi on NY 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 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 327.7 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 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,116 ft
149 ft
Total Climb
1,507 ft
Total Descent
1,383 ft
Highest Point
1,116 ft
~257.5 mi in
Elevation Range
967 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 Manhattan, NY and Theresa, NY, road signs point toward New York State Thruway North: Albany and Dolgeville.
New York State Thruway North: Albany
29.8 mi in
|
~43m
|
via NY 17
Dolgeville
210.3 mi in
|
~4h 11m
About the Cities
Starting in Manhattan, NY
Full guide →Founded 1624
Wall Street. Madison Avenue. 34th Street. Broadway. Times Square. Manhattan is so well known that even the names of its streets have become iconic and understood the world over. This long, thin island is only one of New York City's five boroughs, but it's Manhattan that has the concrete canyons and the inimitable skyline; Manhattan that has the world's brightest theater district; Manhattan that has Central Park, Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building, and the Met; and Manhattan that includes iconic neighborhoods like Harlem, the Upper East Side, Times Square, and Greenwich Village. The rest of New York City has much to see and do, but it's Manhattan that represents the city—and sometimes the entire United States—to the world. You could spend a month on this tiny island and still not see all there is to see.
Top landmarks
- • Empire State Building — skyscraper located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, USA
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 6h 46m. Total distance: 327.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 46m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117.5 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $19.15 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 Theresa, 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 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.8 hours each way, a round trip means 13.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Theresa, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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