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Trip from Marion, NY to Washington Heights, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 24m
Distance
302.2 mi
486 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
15 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 12m
★
6 AM
6h 24m
8 AM
6h 49m
10 AM
6h 33m
12 PM
6h 30m
3 PM
6h 34m
5 PM
6h 48m
8 PM
6h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marion, NY
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Washington Heights, NY
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Trip Overview
Marion, NY to Washington Heights, NY is 302.2 miles and takes about 6h 24m via I 81 and I 380, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, taking you from New York into Pennsylvania and back. Expect a mix of highway driving and surface roads for much of the route. With a recommended one-day drive time, it's a manageable trip for a single day, though you'll want to plan for breaks.
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
151.1 miles from Marion, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 98.8 mi | 1h 57m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| New York State Thruway | 19.2 mi | 22m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Clark Street Road | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| State Route 21 | 7.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 168 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,210 veh/hr typical · worst 4,900
Quietest
1 AM
~430 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marion, NY and Washington Heights, NY.
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Start on CR 207
62 ft
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4 sec
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Buffalo Street
2
Turn right onto CR 216
0.5 mi
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1 min
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South Main Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto NY 21
2.2 mi
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3 min
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Palmyra Road
4
Continue on NY 21
3.3 mi
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5 min
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State Route 21
5
At end of road, turn right onto NY 21; NY 31
0.6 mi
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51 sec
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East Main Street
6
Turn left onto NY 21
0.5 mi
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46 sec
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Canandaigua Street
7
Continue on NY 21
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Canandaigua Road
8
Continue on NY 21
4.3 mi
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6 min
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State Route 21
9
Continue on NY 21
0.2 mi
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19 sec
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North Main Street
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
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25 sec
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
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50 sec
Toward I 90 East
12
Merge onto I 90
19 mi
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22 min
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New York State Thruway
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
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58 sec
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
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7 sec
15
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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State Route 414
16
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi
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7 min
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NY 318
Use the left lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
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2 min
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Auburn Road
18
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi
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11 min
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Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
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12 sec
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State Street
20
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
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21 sec
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Dill Street
21
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft
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16 sec
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Loop Road
22
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
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9 min
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Genesee Street
23
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
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4 min
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West Genesee Street Road
24
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
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45 sec
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East Lake Street
25
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
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13 min
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East Lake Road
26
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
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7 min
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State Route 41
27
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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East Lake Road
28
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
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13 min
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State Highway 41
29
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
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2 min
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North West Street
30
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
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1 min
Use the left lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
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34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
32
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
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54 min
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I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
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1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
34
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
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1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
35
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
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4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
36
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
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25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
37
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
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1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
38
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
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5 min
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Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
40
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
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23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
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38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
42
Turn right
0.2 mi
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35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
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9 sec
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Degraw Avenue
44
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
45
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
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13 sec
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Main Street
46
Take the ramp
472 ft
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12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
47
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
49
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
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20 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 95 EXPR
51
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.5 mi
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45 sec
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
52
Take the exit onto US 9
0.1 mi
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13 sec
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US 9
Exit 1A
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
53
Keep slight left at fork onto US 9
0.2 mi
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42 sec
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US 9
Toward West 178th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
54
Turn left onto US 9
0.2 mi
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34 sec
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Broadway
Use the straight / left lanes.
55
Arrive at destination
US 9
Trip Plan
For this single-day trip, aim to depart early to maximize daylight hours, especially if you encounter any delays. You'll have about 6 hours and 24 minutes of driving time, so plan for at least one stop for fuel or a break. Given the 98.8-mile stretch on I 81, consider taking a break before or after this longer highway segment. The fuel cost is estimated at $49, so budget accordingly. Since this is a one-day drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace as needed.
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 151.1 miles from Marion, NY, or about 3h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 66 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.1 miles or 3h 21m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Washington Heights, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marion, 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 Marion, NY
This is one driving day of about 302.2 miles and 6h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Marion, 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 I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 151.1 miles from Marion, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
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Rest Area
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Clifton Springs Travel Plaza
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Crescent Lake Rest Area
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Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Broome Gateway Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Whitney Point Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pennsylvania Welcome Center
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Penn-Can Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pennsylvania Welcome Center
0.1 mi from route
Junius Ponds Travel Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
TA
0.4 mi from route
Onvo Travel Plaza
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.7 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.7 mi from route
Rest Area
1.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 375 decision points cluster between mile 32.7 and 301.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
32.7 mi into trip
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~43m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
182.9 mi into trip
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~3h 59m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
297.5 mi into trip
|
~6h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
297.8 mi into trip
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~6h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
8
301.7 mi into trip
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~6h 22m in
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US 9
Take the exit onto US 9 toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th Street
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.
Exit 1A
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.11 one way
$98.23 round trip
$4.13/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $53.16 | $106.32 |
| premium | $4.87 | $57.89 | $115.79 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $64.28 | $128.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.96
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(19.2 mi)
$0.96
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
$49
Tolls
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
EV Charging Along Route
15 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Electric Vehicle Charge Point
New York, New York
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Randolph, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Dover, New Jersey
EV Connect
1 DCFC
EVolve NY Charging Station
Phelps, New York
Other
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Binghamton, New York
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Binghamton, New York
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Binghamton, New York
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
New York, New York
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 5
Other: 4
EV Connect: 2
Electrify America: 2
Tesla: 1
EVgo: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.7 | 1 | $31.73 | $14.51 |
| Efficient EV | 75.6 | 0 | $26.44 | $12.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.9 | 1 | $42.31 | $19.34 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Origin
Marion, NY
Late night in Marion on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Washington Heights, NY
Late night in Washington Heights on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Rain Showers
E 10 mph
97% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 8:05PM EDT until April 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 24m 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.
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...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 302.2
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 302.2
View on nps.gov
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 52.1
View on nps.gov
Women's Rights National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 31.3
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument
National Monument
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 302.2
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument
National Monument
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 302.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 51% of this trip on highways, primarily I 81 and I 380. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 98.8 miles along I 81. After the highway portions, the route transitions to mostly surface roads for the remainder of the drive. Be prepared for a noticeable shift in driving environment as you move from faster highway speeds to more local road conditions.
Only 51% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
55 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.7 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 37 significant decision points across 302.2 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 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 297.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Marion, NY and Washington Heights, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono and Milford.
Clyde
32.7 mi in
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~43m
Mt Pocono
182.9 mi in
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~3h 59m
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via US 6
Milford
183.7 mi in
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~4h
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via I 84; I 380
About the Cities
Starting in Marion, NY
Full guide →Founded 1795
Arriving in Washington Heights, NY
Full guide →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 24m. Total distance: 302.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.96 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.
Yes — we found about 28 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 Washington Heights, 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 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 297.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Washington Heights, 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, NREL for EV charging, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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