Origin
Troy, NY
Late night in Troy on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, NY to Albany, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
13m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, NY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transition between Troy and Albany, you are looking at a brief 7.7-mile journey that typically takes about 13 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it serves as a direct connection within the Northeast region. Because the total fuel cost is estimated at just $1, it is an incredibly economical drive for commuters or casual travelers. You will rely primarily on I-787, 19th Street, and 2nd Avenue to navigate between these two New York cities. Given the short duration, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. It is a straightforward, functional trip that gets you where you need to go with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 787 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| 19th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Congress Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Chapel Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 23rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Eagle Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Clinton Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 787
— 5.6 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, NY and Albany, NY.
1
Start on Franklin Street
183 ft
·
20 sec
·
Franklin Street
2
Turn left onto NY 2
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Congress Street
3
Turn left onto NY 2
438 ft
·
12 sec
·
River Street
4
Continue on NY 2
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
19th Street
5
Turn right onto NY 32
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
2nd Avenue
6
Turn right onto 23rd Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
23rd Street
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 787 South
8
Merge onto I 787
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 4B
Toward US 9 North: Clinton Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on US 9
525 ft
·
23 sec
·
Clinton Avenue
11
Turn left onto Chapel Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Chapel Street
12
Turn right onto Columbia Street
483 ft
·
17 sec
·
Columbia Street
13
At end of road, turn left onto Eagle Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Eagle Street
14
Turn right onto NY 5
352 ft
·
15 sec
·
Washington Avenue
15
Turn left
30 ft
·
2 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.2 — 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
|
NY 2 / Congress Street
Turn left onto NY 2 / Congress Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 787 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 787 South
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 787
Merge onto I 787
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward US 9 North: Clinton Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4B
Toward US 9 North: Clinton Avenue
5
7.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Chapel Street
Turn left onto Chapel Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.27 one way
$2.53 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $1.37 | $2.74 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Albany, NY
Late night in Albany on Sunday
Local time
3:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°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
19 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
13m 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 heavily highway-focused, with 73% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You can expect a consistent pace behind the wheel, anchored by a 5.6-mile stretch on I-787 which represents the longest uninterrupted portion of the trip. The transition from local streets like 19th Street and 2nd Avenue onto the interstate happens quickly, shifting the character of your drive from urban navigation to a steady highway cruise. While the road is not particularly long, the contrast between the local segments and the interstate provides a clear rhythm to the drive. Expect a utilitarian experience that prioritizes efficiency over meandering scenery.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.6 mi on I 787.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 787 and 19th Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 2 / Congress Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 2 / Congress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 787): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Troy, NY
Full guide →Troy is a city in Rensselaer County, New York located northeast of Albany. Its nicknames include "The Collar City" and "Home of Uncle Sam." As a result of its unique history, Troy still has what is widely considered to be the best-preserved big-city 19th-century downtown in the country.
Arriving in Albany, NY
Full guide →Founded 1686
Albany is the capital of New York. Albany is an interesting showcase of several centuries' worth of architectural styles, including the modernistic Empire State Plaza.
Top landmarks
- • New York State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of New York
- • Fort Orange — fort in New Netherland (now Albany, New York)
- • Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — historic cathedral in Albany, 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 13m. Total distance: 7.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.6 miles on I 787. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (NY 2 / Congress Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 787): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Saratoga National Historical Park. 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 Albany, 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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