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Trip from Mooers, NY to Albany, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 39m

Distance

183.8 mi

296 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 27m ★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Mooers, NY

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Trip Overview

This 179.8-mile journey from Mooers, NY, to Albany, NY, is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $29, it's an economical option for getting between these two points in the Northeast. You'll primarily navigate local roads, including Main Street and Champlain Street, before transitioning to State Route 11. The profile of this drive suggests a turn-heavy local experience, so be prepared for frequent changes in direction rather than long, straight stretches. This route is well-suited for a leisurely day trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

91.9 miles from Mooers, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Adirondack Northway 167.5 mi 3h 13m
Loudon Road 6.2 mi 10m
State Route 11 6 mi 6m
Henry Johnson Boulevard 0.5 mi 1m
Washington Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Troy Schenectady Road 0.5 mi 1m
Champlain Street 0.5 mi <1m
NY 7 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Adirondack Northway — 167.5 mi, about 3h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mooers, NY and Albany, NY.

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Start on Hemmingford Road

0.2 mi · 28 sec · Hemmingford Road
2

Turn left onto US 11

0.3 mi · 22 sec · Main Street
3

Turn left onto US 11

0.5 mi · 31 sec · Champlain Street
4

Continue on US 11

6.0 mi · 6 min · State Route 11
5

Enter roundabout

45 ft · 0 sec
6

Continue

0.2 mi · 30 sec
7

Merge onto I 87

167 mi · 3 hr 13 min · Adirondack Northway
8

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 38 sec
Exit 7-6 Toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 26 sec
Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto NY 7

237 ft · 3 sec · NY 7
11

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 7

0.3 mi · 28 sec · NY 7
Exit 6 Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward NY 2, NY 9 Use the slight left lane.
13

Turn straight onto NY 2

0.5 mi · 1 min · Troy Schenectady Road
14

Enter roundabout onto Loudon Road

20 ft · 0 sec · Loudon Road
15

Continue on Loudon Road

6.2 mi · 10 min · Loudon Road
16

Continue on US 9

0.5 mi · 1 min · Henry Johnson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Turn left onto NY 5

508 ft · 16 sec · Central Avenue
18

Turn slight left onto NY 5

0.5 mi · 1 min · Washington Avenue
19

Turn right

30 ft · 2 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2-hour and 55-minute duration for this 179.8-mile trip, you have ample flexibility for when to depart. Leaving in the morning will allow you to reach Albany with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your breaks. Pay close attention to the 'Turn-heavy local drive' profile; this means staying alert and consulting your navigation frequently is key to staying on track. The estimated fuel cost of $29 is a good budget to keep in mind, and ensuring you have enough gas before leaving Mooers will prevent any unnecessary detours.

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 91.9 miles from Mooers, NY, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 167.5 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 40 miles or 46m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 91.9 miles or 1h 46m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Mooers, 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 Mooers, NY

This is one driving day of about 183.8 miles and 3h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Mooers, 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 Adirondack Northway for about 167.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Warren County, in New York State, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bolton, NY

92 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

Willsboro, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Port Henry, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 91.9 miles from Mooers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 167.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Pottersville, New York

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $40 mile 105

Hours: 3–8:30 pm

+15184945800

Visit website

Cafe Madison

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, New York

2 mi

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rensselaer, New York

2.6 mi

Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $40 mile 105

Pottersville, New York

Hours: 3–8:30 pm

+15184945800

Visit website

Cafe Madison

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 183.8

Albany, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+15189351094

Visit website

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 183.8

Rensselaer, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15182750565

Visit website

Barcelona Restaurant-Wine Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 183.8

Albany, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15184381144

Visit website

Tool's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 183.8

Delmar, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15184399111

Visit website

Kelly's Roots Cafe And Marketplace

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.3

Queensbury, New York

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15187416141

Visit website

Gourmet Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.3

Glens Falls, New York

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15187610864

Visit website

Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 131.3

Glens Falls, New York

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+15186363832

Visit website

The Fun Spot

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 131.3

Queensbury, New York

Hours: Closed

+15187928989

Visit website

Ulysses S. Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 144.4

Gansevoort, New York

+15185844353

Visit website

Children's Museum at Saratoga

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 157.5

Saratoga Springs, New York

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15185845540

Visit website

Bolton Boat Tours and Water Sports on Lake George

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 118.1

Diamond Point, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15189551349

Visit website

American Italian Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 183.8

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–2 pm

+15184351979

Visit website

Sky Zone Queensbury

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 131.3

Queensbury, New York

Hours: 1–8 pm

+15187414449

Visit website

Up Yonda Farm, Environmental Education Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 118.1

Bolton Landing, New York

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15186449767

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 175.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 11 / Main Street

Turn left onto US 11 / Main Street

Navigation decision point

6
174.7 mi into trip | ~3h 22m in

Take the exit toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 7-6 Toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Tro...
8
175.1 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady
8
175.5 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in | NY 7

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 7 toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 6 Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady
9
175.8 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NY 2, NY 9

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward NY 2, NY 9

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.25 one way

$60.51 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 64 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $32.71 $65.43
premium $4.92 $35.62 $71.25
diesel $5.61 $40.58 $81.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 64.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 55.1 0 $19.30 $8.82
Efficient EV 46 0 $16.08 $7.35
EV Truck/SUV 73.5 0 $25.73 $11.76

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

22 kg (66% 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Mooers, NY

Afternoon in Mooers on Sunday

Local time

3:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, NY

Afternoon in Albany on Sunday

Local time

3:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Bolton, NY

92 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

3h 39m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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.

Saratoga National Historical Park

Saratoga National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 152.1
Park Closure: Horse Trail Closed
Park Closure: Tour Stop 7 Closed
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a decidedly local feel on this drive, with a 0% highway share meaning you'll be on surface streets and state routes for the entire 179.8 miles. The profile is described as 'Turn-heavy local drive,' so anticipate a dynamic experience with numerous turns. While there isn't a specified 'longest stretch' without turns, the overall character points to a route that keeps you engaged with the road. This isn't a high-speed cruise; rather, it's a more intimate connection with the towns and landscapes you pass through as you make your way south.

Only 3% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 167.5 mi on Adirondack Northway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 0.2 miles in near US 11 / Main Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 183.8 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 0.2 miles (US 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 174.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Albany, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1686

Albany is the capital of New York. Albany is an interesting showcase of several centuries' worth of architectural styles, including the modernistic Empire State Plaza.

Top landmarks

  • • New York State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of New York
  • • Fort Orange — fort in New Netherland (now Albany, New York)
  • • Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — historic cathedral in Albany, New York, United States

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 3h 39m. Total distance: 183.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 167.5 miles on Adirondack Northway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Albany, 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 0.2 miles (US 11 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 174.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Saratoga National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Albany, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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