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Trip from Ossining, NY to Utica, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 17m

Distance

213.6 mi

344 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$35

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
4h 5m ★
6 AM
4h 18m
8 AM
4h 44m
10 AM
4h 27m
12 PM
4h 25m
3 PM
4h 29m
5 PM
4h 43m
8 PM
4h 10m

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

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town in Westchester County, New York, United States

Ossining, NY

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city in Oneida County, New York, United States

Utica, NY

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Trip Overview

Embarking on the 213.6-mile journey from Ossining, NY, to Utica, NY, will take approximately 4 hours and 17 minutes. This drive is easily manageable as a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of $35. You'll primarily navigate via the New York State Thruway, Albany Post Road, and I-84, offering a mix of highway and local road driving. Given its duration and the regions it traverses within New York, this route is well-suited for a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.

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

106.8 miles from Ossining, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 172.2 mi 3h 18m
Albany Post Road 17.1 mi 21m
I 84 9.3 mi 11m
US 9 9.2 mi 13m
North Highland Avenue 1.5 mi 3m
North Genesee Street 1 mi 1m
Genesee Street 0.2 mi <1m
US 6 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 172.2 mi, about 3h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ossining, NY and Utica, NY.

1

Start on NY 133

51 ft · 9 sec · Upper Croton Avenue
2

Turn sharp right onto US 9

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Highland Avenue
3

Take the ramp onto US 9

9.2 mi · 13 min · US 9
4

Turn left onto US 6; US 9; US 202

0.2 mi · 12 sec · US 6; US 9; US 202
5

Enter roundabout onto US 9

21 ft · 0 sec · Albany Post Road
Toward Fishkill
6

Continue on US 9

17 mi · 21 min · Albany Post Road
Toward Fishkill
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 84 West: Beacon, Newburgh, Newburgh Beacon Bridge
8

Merge onto I 84

9.3 mi · 11 min · I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 36A Toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State Thruway Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on this road

427 ft · 10 sec · this road
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 87 North: Albany
12

Merge onto I 87

87 mi · 1 hr 40 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

85 mi · 1 hr 38 min · New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
14

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
16

Keep slight right at fork

159 ft · 3 sec
17

Turn slight right onto North Genesee Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Genesee Street
18

Continue on Genesee Street

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Genesee Street
19

Turn right onto Washington Lane

63 ft · 2 sec · Washington Lane
20

Arrive at destination

Washington Lane

Trip Plan

For this single-day trip of 213.6 miles, consider an early morning departure from Ossining to maximize your daylight and minimize traffic. With a duration of about 4 hours and 17 minutes, you'll likely only need one brief stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $35, and plan your stop accordingly. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means being mindful of your GPS and road signs, especially when transitioning between the New York State Thruway and other routes like Albany Post Road or I-84.

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 106.8 miles from Ossining, NY, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 172.2 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 47 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 106.8 miles or 2h 12m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 31m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Ossining, 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 Ossining, NY

This is one driving day of about 213.6 miles and 4h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Ossining, 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 New York State Thruway for about 172.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hudson, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hudson, NY

107 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

Poughkeepsie, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.8 miles from Ossining, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 172.2 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.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leeds, New York

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 1h 51m in / 2h 27m to go 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leeds, New York

1 mi

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Catskill, New York

1 mi

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Seconds Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Halfway reset 4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour

Athens, New York

Hours: Closed

+18389450702

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Rotterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Quick Charge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18552703107

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route

Herkimer, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Fishkill, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

EVlink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

The Stanley Theatre

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.2 mi from route

Utica, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+13157244000

Visit website

Utica Zoo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13157380472

Visit website

Utica Children's Museum

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13158087529

Visit website

5 Wits Albany

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–8 pm

+15187592288

Visit website

The Family Fun Factory

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

New Hartford, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13158648044

Visit website

American Italian Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–2 pm

+15184351979

Visit website

Five Rivers Environmental Education Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Delmar, New York

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+15184750291

Visit website

Fun things to do in Saratoga -- Food Tours, Ghost Tours, Craft Beer Tours, Bike Tours & much more

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15188323796

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 211 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 9 / North Highland Avenue

Turn sharp right onto US 9 / North Highland Avenue

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

6
11 mi into trip | ~17m in | US 9 / Albany Post Road

Enter roundabout onto US 9 / Albany Post Road toward Fishkill

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Toward Fishkill
6
28.1 mi into trip | ~39m in

Take the exit toward I 84 West: Beacon, Newburgh, Newburgh Beacon Bridge

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

Toward I 84 West: Beacon, Newburgh, Newburgh Be...
8
37.7 mi into trip | ~51m in

Take the exit toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State Thruway

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 36A Toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York St...
7
211 mi into trip | ~4h 12m in

Take the exit toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 790, NY 8, NY 12: Utica

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.16 one way

$70.32 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $38.02 $76.04
premium $4.92 $41.40 $82.80
diesel $5.61 $47.16 $94.32

Estimated Tolls: $8.61

New York State Thruway (172.2 mi) $8.61

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

$35

Tolls

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 64.1 0 $22.43 $10.25
Efficient EV 53.4 0 $18.69 $8.54
EV Truck/SUV 85.4 1 $29.90 $13.67

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Ossining, NY

Morning in Ossining on Tuesday

Local time

6:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Utica, NY

Morning in Utica on Tuesday

Local time

6:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

56°F

Hudson, NY

107 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

1 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

4h 17m 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.

Fort Stanwix National Monument

Fort Stanwix National Monument

National Monument

For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...

14 mi from route ~34 min detour Free near mile 213.6
View on nps.gov
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...

22 mi from route ~56 min detour Free near mile 139.9
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

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...

24 mi from route ~61 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

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...

25 mi from route ~62 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only about 9% of the route being on highways. While there's a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 172.2 miles on the New York State Thruway, expect a more varied driving experience for the remainder. The profile suggests you'll encounter frequent turns and changes in road type, moving from faster highway sections to more winding local roads. This means you'll need to stay engaged and be prepared for adjustments in speed and navigation as you progress from Ossining to Utica.

Only 9% 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: 172.2 mi on New York State Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 early in the drive near US 9 / North Highland Avenue.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 213.6 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: near the start (US 9 / North Highland Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 11 miles (US 9 / Albany Post Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Ossining, NY and Utica, NY, road signs point toward Fishkill, Newburgh, Albany and New York State Thruway.

Fishkill

11 mi in | ~17m | via US 9

Newburgh

28.1 mi in | ~39m

Albany

37.7 mi in | ~51m

New York State Thruway

37.7 mi in | ~51m

About the Cities

Starting in Ossining, NY

Full guide →

Ossining is the name of both a village and a town in Westchester County in the state of New York in the United States of America.

Arriving in Utica, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1734

Utica is the heart of the Mohawk Valley and the seat of Oneida County in Central New York State. Utica offers the charm of small-city living balanced with the cultural and ethnic diversity of an international urban center. At the foot of the Adirondack Mountains, Utica is a truly scenic city that offers the pleasures of both a rural and urban setting.

Top landmarks

  • • Utica Memorial Auditorium — multi-purpose arena
  • • Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute — arts center in Utica, New York
  • • Union Station — railway station in Utica, 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 4h 17m. Total distance: 213.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 172.2 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $8.61 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.

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 Utica, 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: near the start (US 9 / North Highland Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 11 miles (US 9 / Albany Post Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Fort Stanwix National Monument, Saratoga National Historical Park and Hamilton Grange National Memorial (4 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Utica, 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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