Traveling from Moira to New York City spans 353.2 miles and typically requires about 7 hours and 28 minutes of drive time. Because this is a long, mixed-profile journey within the Northeast, you should plan for a full day on the road. Budget roughly $56 for fuel to cover the trip, though you may want to keep extra cash on hand for fluctuations. While technically feasible in a single day, the duration can be taxing, so evaluate if you prefer a steady pace or an overnight split. You will be transitioning from the rural landscape of northern New York down into the dense urban environment of the city, making for a significant change in scenery.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
176.6 miles from Moira, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 87
118.6 mi
2h 17m
Adirondack Northway
103.7 mi
2h 1m
Adirondack Trail
31 mi
42m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
State Highway 73
18.7 mi
27m
State Route 11
12.4 mi
16m
Cascade Road
5.3 mi
7m
Saranac-Placid Road
4.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 87
— 118.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moira, NY and New York City, NY.
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Start on County Highway 5
139 ft·6 sec·County Highway 5
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Turn right onto US 11
12 mi·16 min·State Route 11
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on US 11
0.5 mi·37 sec·West Main Street
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Turn right onto NY 11B; NY 30
0.7 mi·1 min·Finney Boulevard
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Continue on NY 30
31 mi·42 min·Adirondack Trail
6
Turn left onto NY 86
3.7 mi·5 min·Easy Street
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Continue on NY 86
1.9 mi·2 min·State Highway 86
8
Continue on NY 86
2.8 mi·4 min·Harrietstown Road
9
Continue on NY 86
3.0 mi·4 min·State Highway 86
10
Continue on NY 86
0.5 mi·56 sec·Broadway Street
11
Turn left onto NY 86
490 ft·12 sec·Bloomingdale Avenue
12
Turn right onto NY 3; NY 86
0.4 mi·50 sec·Church Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto NY 86
0.2 mi·32 sec·River Street
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Keep slight right at fork onto NY 86
304 ft·8 sec·River Street
15
Turn slight right onto NY 86
1.1 mi·2 min·Lake Flower Avenue
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Continue on NY 86
4.9 mi·7 min·Saranac-Placid Road
17
Turn right onto CR 35
3.6 mi·6 min·Old Military Road
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Turn straight onto NY 73
5.3 mi·7 min·Cascade Road
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Continue on NY 73
7.2 mi·10 min·State Highway 73
20
Turn straight onto NY 9N; NY 73
1.8 mi·3 min·State Highway 9N
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Continue on NY 73
11 mi·16 min·State Highway 73
22
Turn straight onto US 9
2.1 mi·2 min·US 9
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 87 South
24
Merge onto I 87
104 mi·2 hr 1 min·Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
0.3 mi·31 sec·I 87
Exit 1E-WToward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, BuffaloUse the slight right lane.
26
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi·51 sec·I 87
Exit 1WToward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·I 87
Toward I 87 South: New YorkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
29
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
30
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
32
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
36
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
37
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
38
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
40
Take the exit
305 ft·10 sec
Toward BrooklynUse the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft·7 sec·Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker StreetUse the straight lane.
42
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi·1 min·Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi·1 min·Broadway
Use the straight lane.
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Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 353.2-mile trek, aim for an early departure to avoid heavy congestion as you approach the city. Plan for at least two designated stops to keep your energy levels steady throughout the 7-hour and 28-minute duration. Since the longest stretch spans 118.6 miles on I-87, use that segment to settle into a rhythm, but remain mindful of your fuel gauge given the $56 estimate. If you find the drive too demanding for a single day, consider breaking the trip up to maintain your focus. Because the route relies on major arteries like I-87 and the Adirondack Northway, monitor traffic reports for these corridors before you pull out of your driveway.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 176.6 miles from Moira, NY, or about 3h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.6 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 78 miles or 1h 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.6 miles or 3h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moira, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Moira, NY
This is one driving day of about 353.2 miles and 7h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 78 miles from Moira, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 87 for about 118.6 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 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 199 and 348.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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199 mi into trip|~4h 20m in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
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199.8 mi into trip|~4h 21m in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 87 South: New York
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317.6 mi into trip|~6h 38m in|NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
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319 mi into trip|~6h 39m in|NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
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348.9 mi into trip|~7h 17m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$58.14 one way
$116.28 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg124 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$62.87
$125.73
premium
$4.92
$68.46
$136.91
diesel
$5.61
$77.98
$155.96
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
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
$58
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
106
1
$37.09
$16.95
Efficient EV
88.3
1
$30.90
$14.13
EV Truck/SUV
141.3
1
$49.45
$22.60
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Moira, NY
Evening
in Moira on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New York City, NY
Evening
in New York City on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
E 6 to 14 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
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
21 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
7h 28m 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.
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...
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 353.2
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...
1 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 353.2
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 353.2
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 353.2
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 353.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied experience behind the wheel, as this route is a balanced mix of fast-paced highways and slower local roads. With 53% of the trip spent on highways, you will encounter sections of the Adirondack Northway and I-87 that allow for consistent cruising. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 118.6 miles on I-87, providing a substantial period of highway driving before the road character shifts. The transition from the Adirondack Trail into the more heavily trafficked southern corridors keeps the drive from feeling monotonous. Navigating these different road types requires you to stay alert as the environment shifts from quiet northern stretches to the busier approaches of the city.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118.6 mi on I 87.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 199 miles in near I 87.
Driving Effort9/10
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 25 significant decision points across 353.2 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 199 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 199.8 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 317.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,804 ft34 ft
Total Climb
1,884 ft
Total Descent
2,269 ft
Highest Point
1,804 ft
~75.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,770 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Moira, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation.
From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
•Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
•National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
•Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
Completing this 353.2-mile journey in a single day is feasible for a weekend trip, though the 7h 28m estimated drive time and high navigation complexity make for a long travel day.
Family Friendly
With a 9/10 complexity rating and a 7h 28m drive, this route requires significant planning for kids, especially since there are only 2 designated natural rest stops and no EV fast chargers.
Solo Traveler
This 7h 28m drive is manageable solo with 2 planned breaks, but the 9/10 complexity means you'll need to stay sharp on navigation, especially with only 53% highway driving.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 118.6 miles on I 87. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Holland Tunnel. 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 New York City, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 199 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 199.8 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 317.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 14.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at New York City, NY before the return drive.
