This 120.5-mile drive from Stony Point, NY, to Ramapo, NY, will take you approximately 2 hours and 29 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on the New York State Thruway and its Berkshire Connector, with a portion on US 9. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $20. Given its relatively short duration and the comfortable highway share, this route is easily manageable in a single day without needing an overnight stay. It offers a straightforward connection within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.2 miles from Stony Point, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 16m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
102.4 mi
1h 58m
New York State Thruway Berkshire Connector
6.2 mi
7m
US 9
2.6 mi
3m
Maple Hill Road
1.8 mi
3m
Stony Point Road
1.5 mi
2m
Torne Valley Road
1.1 mi
2m
Simons Road
0.7 mi
1m
Brookview Station Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 102.4 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stony Point, NY and Ramapo, NY.
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Start on CR 8
1.5 mi·2 min·Stony Point Road
2
Continue on Western Road
0.2 mi·36 sec·Western Road
3
Turn left onto NY 150
314 ft·10 sec·Brookview Road
4
Turn left onto Brookview Station Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Brookview Station Road
5
Turn slight right onto Simons Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Simons Road
6
Turn left onto CR 6
1.8 mi·3 min·Maple Hill Road
7
Turn right onto US 9
2.6 mi·3 min·US 9
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward I 90 East: Boston, New York
9
Merge onto I 90
0.2 mi·15 sec·I 90
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward New York City
11
Merge onto New York State Thruway Berkshire Connector
6.2 mi·7 min·New York State Thruway Berkshire Connector
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·2 min
Toward I 87 South: New York CityUse the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 87
102 mi·1 hr 58 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Exit 15AToward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, SuffernUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto Old Route 17
0.3 mi·35 sec·Old Route 17
16
Turn right onto NY 59
0.5 mi·54 sec·Orange Turnpike
17
Turn left onto CR 95
1.1 mi·2 min·Torne Valley Road
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto Torne Brook Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Torne Brook Road
19
Turn right onto Lake Street
153 ft·6 sec·Lake Street
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Arrive at destination
Lake Street
Trip Plan
For this 120.5-mile journey, departing early in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic, especially on the New York State Thruway. Since this is a comfortable day trip, you have the flexibility to take your time and don't need to rush your stops. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $20, and plan your refueling stops accordingly, perhaps before you hit the longest 102.4-mile stretch. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests being extra mindful of navigation and road signage as you transition between highways and local roads.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.2 miles from Stony Point, NY, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 102.4 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 27 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.2 miles or 1h 16m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ramapo, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stony Point, 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 Stony Point, NY
This is one driving day of about 120.5 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Stony Point, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 102.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.6 and 118.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7.6 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward I 90 East: Boston, New York
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East: Boston, New York
6
8.1 mi into trip|~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward New York City
7
14.6 mi into trip|~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87 South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York City
8
117.9 mi into trip|~2h 22m 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
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118.9 mi into trip|~2h 24m 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
$19.84 one way
$39.67 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$21.45
$42.90
premium
$4.92
$23.36
$46.71
diesel
$5.61
$26.60
$53.21
Estimated Tolls: $5.47
New York State Thruway
(108.6 mi)$5.43
Orange Turnpike
(0.5 mi)$0.04
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
$20
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.2
0
$12.65
$5.78
Efficient EV
30.1
0
$10.54
$4.82
EV Truck/SUV
48.2
0
$16.87
$7.71
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Stony Point, NY
Morning
in Stony Point on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ramapo, NY
Morning
in Ramapo on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
2h 29m 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.
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
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 120.5
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
Free
near mile 120.5
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
29 mi from route
~74 min detour
Free
near mile 120.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that leans towards being turn-heavy, rather than a constant interstate cruise. While a significant portion of your travel will be on the New York State Thruway, including a long stretch of 102.4 miles, the overall profile suggests a more varied experience. The highway share is about 3%, indicating that you'll encounter more local road driving mixed in. This means you'll need to stay alert for changes in speed limits and road conditions as you navigate through various sections.
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: 102.4 mi on New York State Thruway.
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 7.6 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 120.5 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 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
542 ft27 ft
Total Climb
1,057 ft
Total Descent
764 ft
Highest Point
542 ft
~86.1 mi in
Elevation Range
515 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Stony Point, NY and Ramapo, NY, road signs point toward New York and New York City.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 120.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 102.4 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $5.47 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 14.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
