Origin
Patterson, NY
Afternoon in Patterson on Sunday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Patterson, NY to Ramapo, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
61.8 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Patterson, NY
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Ramapo, NY
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Trip Overview
Patterson, NY to Ramapo, NY is 61.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 19 minutes via New York State Thruway and I-84, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. The drive offers a mixed-use road experience, largely utilizing major highways. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's a straightforward option for a single-day excursion, suitable for those looking for a convenient journey without extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 28.5 mi | 32m |
| I 84 | 25 mi | 29m |
| State Highway 311 | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| Torne Valley Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Orange Turnpike | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Torne Brook Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Old Route 17 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Lake Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 28.5 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patterson, NY and Ramapo, NY.
1
Start on NY 311
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 311
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Newburgh
3
Merge onto I 84
25 mi
·
29 min
·
I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
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.
5
Continue on this road
427 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 87 South: New York City
7
Merge onto I 87
28 mi
·
32 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 15A
Toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto Old Route 17
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Old Route 17
10
Turn right onto NY 59
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Orange Turnpike
11
Turn left onto CR 95
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Torne Valley Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Torne Brook Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Torne Brook Road
13
Turn right onto Lake Street
153 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lake Street
14
Arrive at destination
Lake Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Patterson, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 4.5 and 60.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 84
Merge onto I 84
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
29.5 mi into trip
|
~37m 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...
5
30.2 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 87 South: New York City
8
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern
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 15A
Toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern
6
60.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
CR 95 / Torne Valley Road
Turn left onto CR 95 / Torne Valley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.17 one way
$20.35 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $11.00 | $22.00 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.98 | $23.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.64 | $27.29 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.46
New York State Thruway
(28.5 mi)
$1.42
Orange Turnpike
(0.5 mi)
$0.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.49 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Ramapo, NY
Afternoon in Ramapo on Sunday
Local time
1:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 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
1h 19m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is characterized by a mixed terrain, with 49% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches of faster-paced driving, particularly on the New York State Thruway, where the longest uninterrupted segment spans 28.5 miles. The route also incorporates sections of State Highway 311 and I-84, suggesting a blend of efficient travel and potentially more varied scenery as you transition between these road types. Expect a dynamic driving experience that shifts between highway cruising and possibly more local road conditions.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.5 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in near I 84.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 61.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 4.5 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Patterson, NY and Ramapo, NY, road signs point toward Newburgh, Albany and New York State Thruway.
Newburgh
4.2 mi in
|
~7m
Albany
29.5 mi in
|
~37m
New York State Thruway
29.5 mi in
|
~37m
About the Cities
Starting in Patterson, NY
Full guide →Founded 1795
Arriving in Ramapo, NY
Full guide →Founded 1791
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 1h 19m. Total distance: 61.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.5 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.46 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.
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 Ramapo, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles (I 84): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ramapo, NY before heading back.
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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