Manlius to Mount Vernon is 242 miles and takes about 5h 13m via NY 17, State Highway 8, and New York State Thruway, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, connecting the Northeast region of the state to its southeastern corner. It's a practical route, mostly highway driving, making it a straightforward option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on major roadways, so plan for typical highway conditions. With a drive time under six hours, it's well-suited for a single-day trip.
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
121 miles from Manlius, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 37m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NY 17
104.7 mi
2h 10m
State Highway 8
36.8 mi
41m
New York State Thruway
18.1 mi
24m
Palisades Interstate Parkway
15.1 mi
17m
County Road 16
11.8 mi
16m
State Route 80
8.8 mi
12m
Rexford Street
8.3 mi
9m
US 6
7.1 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 104.7 mi, about 2h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manlius, NY and Mount Vernon, NY.
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Start on NY 92; NY 173
38 ft·6 sec·East Seneca Street
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Turn left
43 ft·6 sec
3
Turn right
46 ft·5 sec
4
Turn right
41 ft·5 sec
5
Turn right onto NY 92; NY 173
52 ft·1 sec·East Seneca Street
6
Take the exit onto NY 92
219 ft·6 sec·NY 92
7
Merge onto NY 92
0.4 mi·55 sec·Washington Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on NY 92
4.0 mi·6 min·Cazenovia Road
9
Continue on NY 92
3.4 mi·4 min·Syracuse Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto US 20
0.7 mi·1 min·US 20
11
Turn sharp right onto NY 13
5.8 mi·7 min·Rippleton Road
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on NY 13
0.2 mi·25 sec·State Route 13
13
Turn left onto NY 13; NY 80
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
14
Continue on NY 13; NY 80
1.1 mi·1 min·McKinley Street
15
Continue on NY 13; NY 80
1.9 mi·2 min·State Route 13
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Continue on NY 80
6.1 mi·8 min·State Route 80
17
Continue on NY 26; NY 80
2.7 mi·3 min·State Route 80
18
Continue on NY 26; NY 80
2.2 mi·3 min·State Highway 26
19
Turn left onto CR 16
12 mi·16 min·County Road 16
20
Turn left onto NY 23
1.2 mi·1 min·NY 23
21
Turn left onto CR 44
2.8 mi·3 min·County Road 44
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Turn right onto NY 12
1.2 mi·1 min·State Highway 12
23
Continue on NY 12
0.6 mi·1 min·North Broad Street
24
Turn left onto NY 23
8.3 mi·9 min·Rexford Street
25
Turn right onto NY 8
18 mi·20 min·State Highway 8
26
Continue on NY 8
0.4 mi·29 sec·Airport Road
27
Continue on NY 8
19 mi·21 min·State Highway 8
28
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
0.3 mi·18 sec·Oak Street
29
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
0.4 mi·44 sec·State Highway 10
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward NY 17 East
31
Merge onto NY 17
105 mi·2 hr 10 min·NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit onto US 6
7.1 mi·9 min·US 6
Exit 130AToward US 6: Bear Mountain
33
Enter roundabout
346 ft·4 sec
Exit 18Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
34
Continue
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 18Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
35
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
15 mi·17 min·Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 9EToward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway SouthUse the right lane.
37
Merge onto I 87; I 287
9.2 mi·12 min·New York State Thruway
38
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
8.8 mi·11 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 4Toward Cross County Parkway, Mile Square RoadUse the slight right lane.
40
Turn straight onto NY 100
0.4 mi·56 sec·Central Park Avenue
41
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Cross County Parkway East
42
Merge onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
1.0 mi·1 min·Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Use the straight lane.
43
Take the exit
336 ft·21 sec
Exit 7Toward West Broad Street, Gramatan AvenueUse the straight / right lanes.
44
Turn slight right onto Fleetwood Avenue
0.3 mi·47 sec·Fleetwood Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
45
Turn right onto Gramatan Avenue
0.3 mi·44 sec·Gramatan Avenue
46
Enter roundabout onto Gramatan Avenue
107 ft·1 sec·Gramatan Avenue
47
Continue on Gramatan Avenue
0.3 mi·46 sec·Gramatan Avenue
48
Turn left onto East Prospect Avenue
56 ft·1 sec·East Prospect Avenue
49
Arrive at destination
East Prospect Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 5h 13m drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you near Mount Vernon. With a total distance of 242 miles and a fuel cost estimate of $39, it's comfortably manageable in one day. There's one recommended stop, but you can adjust based on your needs. The longest stretch without a major break is over 100 miles on NY 17, so ensure you're fueled up before that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the more populated areas towards the end of your trip.
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 121 miles from Manlius, NY, or about 2h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.7 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 53 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121 miles or 2h 37m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Vernon, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manlius, 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 Manlius, NY
This is one driving day of about 242 miles and 5h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Manlius, 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 104.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 31
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.5 and 241 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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8.5 mi into trip|~13m in|NY 13 / Rippleton Road
Turn sharp right onto NY 13 / Rippleton Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
92.8 mi into trip|~2h 2m in
Take the exit toward NY 17 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward NY 17 East
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220.5 mi into trip|~4h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 9E
Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, W...
8
239 mi into trip|~5h 6m in
Take the exit toward Cross County Parkway, Mile Square Road
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 4
Toward Cross County Parkway, Mile Square Road
8
241 mi into trip|~5h 10m in
Take the exit toward West Broad Street, Gramatan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 7
Toward West Broad Street, Gramatan Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.15 one way
$78.30 round trip
$4.11/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$42.48
$84.97
premium
$4.85
$46.19
$92.38
diesel
$4.80
$45.69
$91.39
Estimated Tolls: $0.90
New York State Thruway
(18.1 mi)$0.90
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
$39
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.6
0
$25.41
$11.62
Efficient EV
60.5
0
$21.18
$9.68
EV Truck/SUV
96.8
1
$33.88
$15.49
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Manlius, NY
Late night
in Manlius on Monday
Local time
4:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Areas Of Smoke
SW 9 to 13 mph99% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 3:46AM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 18 at 2:52AM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Destination
Mount Vernon, NY
Late night
in Mount Vernon on Monday
Local time
4:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Areas Of Smoke
S 7 to 12 mph95% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 3:46AM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued July 18 at 2:52AM EDT until July 18 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
56°F
New Berlin, NY
121 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
4 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
5h 13m 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.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 242
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
Free
near mile 242
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
16 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 242
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
Free
near mile 242
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 242
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 75% of this drive is on highways, so expect stretches of consistent speed. The longest continuous highway segment spans 104.7 miles, primarily on NY 17. Once you transition off the main highways, you'll encounter more local roads, likely with increased traffic and more frequent exits. You’ll notice the change in road type as you move from open cruising to more built-up areas with varied speed limits.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.7 mi on NY 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and State Highway 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.5 miles in near NY 13 / Rippleton Road.
Driving Effort10/10
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 31 significant decision points across 242 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 8.5 miles (NY 13 / Rippleton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 220.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,578 ft108 ft
Total Climb
2,006 ft
Total Descent
2,491 ft
Highest Point
1,578 ft
~138.3 mi in
Elevation Range
1,469 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manlius, NY and Mount Vernon, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South, White Plains and New York State Thruway South.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 13m. Total distance: 242 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.7 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.90 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. 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.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Mount Vernon, 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. There are 6 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.5 miles (NY 13 / Rippleton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 220.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Mount Vernon, NY before the return drive.
