Origin
Rome, NY
Morning in Rome on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rome, NY to Utica, 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 54m
Distance
166 mi
267 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
★
6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 21m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 1m
3 PM
4h 5m
5 PM
4h 19m
8 PM
3h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rome, NY
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Utica, NY
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Trip Overview
This 166-mile journey from Rome, NY to Utica, NY is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 3 hours and 54 minutes. Primarily following State Highway 8, the Adirondack Northway, and State Highway 9N, this drive is largely highway-focused. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, it's an economical option for a day trip. You'll experience a straightforward drive through the Northeast region, staying within New York state for the entire excursion. Consider this an efficient way to connect these two New York locations.
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
83 miles from Rome, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 8 | 63.7 mi | 1h 29m |
| Adirondack Northway | 25.4 mi | 29m |
| State Highway 9N | 17.1 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 365 | 14.6 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 12 | 14.1 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 73 | 11.5 mi | 16m |
| Adirondack Trail | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| US 9 | 7.6 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 8
— 63.7 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rome, NY and Utica, NY.
1
Start on Ausable Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ausable Drive
2
Turn right onto College Street
506 ft
·
22 sec
·
College Street
3
Turn right onto NY 9N
17 mi
·
26 min
·
State Highway 9N
4
Continue on NY 73
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 73
5
Turn straight onto US 9
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 9
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 87 South
7
Merge onto I 87
25 mi
·
29 min
·
Adirondack Northway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 26
Toward US 9: Pottersville, Minerva
9
Turn left onto Stone Bridge Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Stone Bridge Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 9
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
US 9
11
Turn right onto NY 8
29 mi
·
40 min
·
State Highway 8
12
Continue on NY 8
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
State Highway 8
13
At end of road, turn right onto NY 8; NY 30
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Adirondack Trail
14
Turn sharp left onto NY 8
35 mi
·
48 min
·
State Highway 8
15
Turn right onto NY 365
15 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 365
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
17
Merge onto NY 12; NY 28
14 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 12
18
Take the exit
468 ft
·
11 sec
19
Keep slight left at fork
240 ft
·
9 sec
20
Turn left onto Court Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Court Street
21
Turn left onto Genesee Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Genesee Street
22
Turn left onto Washington Lane
63 ft
·
2 sec
·
Washington Lane
23
Arrive at destination
Washington Lane
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 54-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning will give you plenty of daylight and flexibility. With only one stop recommended along the 166 miles, you can easily break up the drive as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $27, and plan your refueling accordingly. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the advantage of not needing to rush. A specific tip for this route: pay attention to the transitions between State Highway 8, the Adirondack Northway, and State Highway 9N, as these are where the driving character might change most noticeably.
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 83 miles from Rome, NY, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.7 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 37 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83 miles or 1h 56m 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 12m
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 Rome, 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 Rome, NY
This is one driving day of about 166 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Rome, 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 State Highway 8 for about 63.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83 miles from Rome, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before State Highway 8 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.7 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 31.2 and 166 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
31.2 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the ramp toward I 87 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 87 South
6
57 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward US 9: Pottersville, Minerva
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 26
Toward US 9: Pottersville, Minerva
5
101.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
|
NY 8 / State Highway 8
Turn sharp left onto NY 8 / State Highway 8
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
165.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 53m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
166 mi into trip
|
~3h 54m in
|
Washington Lane
Turn left onto Washington Lane
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.32 one way
$54.65 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $29.55 | $59.09 |
| premium | $4.92 | $32.17 | $64.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.65 | $73.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.43 | $7.97 |
| Efficient EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.52 | $6.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.24 | $10.62 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Utica, NY
Morning in Utica on Sunday
Local time
6:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Bolton, NY
83 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 54m 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.
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...
13 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 160.3
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 highway-focused experience for about 77% of this 166-mile route. You'll encounter stretches of faster driving, particularly on the Adirondack Northway and parts of State Highway 8. The longest continuous segment without a major change in road type or significant town passage is 63.7 miles on State Highway 8. While primarily highway, be prepared for the character to shift as you navigate between these main arteries, offering a mix of open road and more typical highway driving.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.7 mi on State Highway 8.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 8 and Adirondack Northway. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 31.2 miles in.
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 166 miles you will encounter 16 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 31.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 57 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.9 miles (NY 8 / State Highway 8): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
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.
On the drive from Rome, NY to Utica, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Minerva along the way.
Minerva
57 mi in
|
~1h 17m
About the Cities
Starting in Rome, NY
Full guide →Founded 1870
Rome is a city of 32,000 people (2020) in Central New York State, not far from Utica.
Top landmarks
- • Fort Stanwix National Monument — NY location listed on National Register of Historic Places
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 3h 54m. Total distance: 166 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.7 miles on State Highway 8. 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 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: at 31.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 57 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.9 miles (NY 8 / State Highway 8): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Yes — Fort Stanwix National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 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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