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Trip from Troy, NY to Elmhurst, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 55m

Distance

162.1 mi

261 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 44m ★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m

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

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city in and county seat of Rensselaer County, New York, United States

Troy, NY

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Downtown Elmhurst, NY, NY

Elmhurst, NY

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Trip Overview

This 162.1-mile trip from Troy, NY to Elmhurst, NY takes about 2 hours and 55 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $26. You'll navigate through local streets for the entirety of the drive, with no highway segments. This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting you'll be making frequent turns and dealing with city traffic. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's well-suited for a single day of travel, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. The journey stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region.

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

81.1 miles from Troy, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Congress Street — —
River Street — —
19th Street — —
2nd Avenue — —
23rd Street — —
I 787 South — —
I 87 — —
I 87 South — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Congress Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Troy, NY and Elmhurst, NY.

1

Start on Franklin Street

184 ft · 21 sec · Franklin Street
2

Turn left onto Congress Street

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Congress Street
3

Turn left onto River Street

436 ft · 13 sec · River Street
4

Continue on 19th Street

0.3 mi · 53 sec · 19th Street
5

Turn right onto 2nd Avenue

0.2 mi · 32 sec · 2nd Avenue
6

Turn right onto 23rd Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · 23rd Street
7

Take the ramp right toward I 787 South

0.2 mi · 27 sec · I 787 South
8

Merge slight left

7.8 mi · 10 min
9

Continue on I 87 Toll: New York State Thruway

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 87 Toll: New York State Thruway
10

Keep slight left to continue on I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1
11

Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway

111 mi · 2 hr 8 min · New York State Thruway
12

Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
13

Continue straight

0.5 mi · 39 sec
14

Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah

14 mi · 18 min · NJ 17 South: Mahwah
15

Take the exit slight right toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York

0.1 mi · 19 sec · NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
16

Keep slight left to continue on NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York

0.5 mi · 1 min · NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
17

Merge slight left

0.3 mi · 24 sec
18

Continue straight

6.4 mi · 8 min
19

Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge

0.2 mi · 18 sec · I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
20

Merge slight left

0.7 mi · 55 sec
21

Keep slight left

0.8 mi · 1 min
22

Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
23

Continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
24

Take the exit slight right toward I 87 South, I 87 North: Queens, Albany, Yankee Stadium

0.2 mi · 29 sec · I 87 South, I 87 North: Queens, Albany, Yankee Stadium
25

Keep slight left to continue on I 87 South: Queens

0.4 mi · 58 sec · I 87 South: Queens
26

Merge slight left onto Major Deegan Expressway

2.8 mi · 4 min · Major Deegan Expressway
27

Keep slight right to continue on I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queens

0.3 mi · 50 sec · I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queens
28

Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge

2.3 mi · 4 min · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
29

Continue on Grand Central Parkway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Grand Central Parkway
30

Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West

1.3 mi · 1 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
31

Take the exit slight right toward Broadway, Roosevelt Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Broadway, Roosevelt Avenue
32

Keep slight left to continue on Broadway East, 69th Street, Roosevelt Avenue, 37th Avenue

262 ft · 9 sec · Broadway East, 69th Street, Roosevelt Avenue, 37th Avenue
33

Turn left onto Broadway

1.4 mi · 5 min · Broadway
34

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

For this 162.1-mile drive, departing in the morning, perhaps before peak rush hour in the destination area, could help you avoid some traffic. Since it's a one-day trip with a duration of under 3 hours, you can be flexible with your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the journey or grab a quick bite. Keep an eye on your navigation as you'll be making frequent turns on local roads throughout the 2 hours and 55 minutes of travel. The $26 fuel cost is modest, but ensure you have enough gas before setting off, especially given the turn-heavy nature which can sometimes impact fuel efficiency.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.1 miles from Troy, NY, or about 1h 27m into the drive.

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 36 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 81.1 miles or 1h 27m 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 23m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, NY

This is one driving day of about 162.1 miles and 2h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Troy, 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.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown New Paltz, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Paltz, NY

81 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

New Baltimore, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Paltz, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.1 miles from Troy, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Nangma Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elmhurst, New York

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 162.1

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13477306117

Kumo Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elmhurst, New York

0.8 mi

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Hills, New York

2.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 150.6

+19172614093

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Englewood, New Jersey

2.9 mi

Nangma Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 162.1

Elmhurst, New York

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13477306117

Kumo Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 162.1

Elmhurst, New York

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+19297673936

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 162.1

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 150.6

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12013630008

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 92.6

Newburgh, New York

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 11.6

Rensselaer, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15182750565

Visit website

Tool's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 11.6

Delmar, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15184399111

Visit website

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 139

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+12013893535

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 150.6

New York, New York

+19172614093

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 150.6

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Artpresso Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 162.1

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+19178327021

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 150.6

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 162.1

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19178326726

Visit website

51st Bakery & Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 162.1

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+17187070554

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 127.4

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.6

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 92.6

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 92.6

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 104.2

Mountainville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 92.6

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 92.6

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charge Point

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 150.6

New York, New York

Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 150.6

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4:45 pm

+12014611776

Visit website

Ross Dock Picnic Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 150.6

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

J. Hood Wright Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 150.6

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Bennett Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 150.6

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Fort Tryon Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 150.6

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12127951388

Visit website

Fort Tryon

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 150.6

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

Visit website

Firemen's Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 150.6

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015923750

Visit website

Roberto Clemente State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 150.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm

+17182998750

Visit website

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.68 one way

$53.37 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $28.85 $57.71
premium $4.92 $31.42 $62.84
diesel $5.61 $35.79 $71.58

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Rfk Bridge $6.55
New York State Thruway $0.00
Massachusetts Turnpike $0.00

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

$27

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.7 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 48.6 0 $17.02 $7.78
Efficient EV 40.5 0 $14.18 $6.48
EV Truck/SUV 64.8 0 $22.69 $10.37

Gas CO2

57 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Troy, NY

Late night in Troy on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Elmhurst, NY

Late night in Elmhurst on Sunday

Local time

12:20 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°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

6 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 55m 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?

Expect a very local driving experience on this route, with a 0% highway share. The journey unfolds primarily on roads like Congress Street, River Street, and 19th Street, indicating a decidedly urban or suburban feel. This 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be actively steering and navigating through neighborhoods rather than cruising on open highways. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, reinforcing the idea of frequent changes in direction and speed. This is a drive where staying alert and managing navigation will be key.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Congress Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

1/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Troy, NY to Elmhurst, NY is easy. At 2h 55m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Troy, NY to Elmhurst, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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.

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 2h 55m. Total distance: 162.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Expect about $22.55 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington Bridge. 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Troy, NY to Elmhurst, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Elmhurst, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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