Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
33.6 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newburgh, NY
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Gardnerville, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Newburgh, NY to Gardnerville, NY is 33.6 miles and takes about 47 minutes via I 84, US 6, and Route 284, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within the Northeast region and is entirely within New York State. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or an add-on to a longer trip without demanding significant time or resources. You can expect a straightforward drive with minimal complexity.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 84 | 22.9 mi | 26m |
| US 6 | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Route 284 | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| County Road 62 | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| North Robinson Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Plank Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Liberty Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Newburgh, NY and Gardnerville, NY.
Start on 2nd Street
Turn left onto Grand Street
Turn left onto Third Street
Turn right onto Liberty Street
Turn left onto South Street
Turn right onto US 9W; NY 32
Turn left onto NY 32
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 84; NY 52
Take the exit
Turn straight onto US 6; NY 17M
Turn left onto US 6
Turn left onto NY 284
Turn left onto CR 62
Turn sharp left onto Carter Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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.
A short stop after about 33.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Newburgh, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 33.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Grand Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 84 West, NY 52 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto I 84; NY 52
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 6 West, NY 17M West: Middletown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp left onto Carter Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Regular Gas
$5.94 one way
$11.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.86 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
| premium | $5.28 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $8.17 | $16.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Newburgh on Tuesday
Local time
3:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Gardnerville on Tuesday
Local time
3:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is predominantly highway, with 87% of the travel occurring on limited-access roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 84, including a continuous stretch of 22.9 miles. The remaining portion of the drive will transition to surface roads like US 6 and Route 284, offering a change of pace from the higher speeds. Expect a few more exits and a less restricted feel as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 84 and US 6. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Grand Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 33.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Grand Street): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.2 miles (I 84; NY 52): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
503 ft
Total Descent
218 ft
Highest Point
504 ft
~7.2 mi in
Elevation Range
372 ft
Founded 1709
Newburgh is a small, riverside city in Orange County, New York.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 33.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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