Trip from Utica, NY to Wawarsing, 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 17m

Distance

167.6 mi

270 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

3h 6m ★

6 AM

3h 18m

8 AM

3h 41m

10 AM

3h 26m

12 PM

3h 24m

3 PM

3h 27m

5 PM

3h 40m

8 PM

3h 10m

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

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Utica, NY

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Wawarsing, NY

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Trip Overview

This 167.6-mile drive from Utica, NY to Wawarsing, NY is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 17 minutes. The route predominantly follows local roads, with a portion on I-90 East, making it a turn-heavy local drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, this journey through New York's Northeast region offers a straightforward travel experience. You'll appreciate the flexibility this relatively short distance provides for a day trip, allowing ample time for exploration upon arrival.

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

83.8 miles from Utica, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
New York State Thruway	140.9 mi	2h 42m
United States Highway 209	13 mi	16m
Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway	8.4 mi	9m
Main Street	1.7 mi	2m
Genesee Street	1.3 mi	2m
State Route 28	0.5 mi	<1m
Washington Lane	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 140.9 mi, about 2h 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Utica, NY and Wawarsing, NY.

Start on Washington Lane

63 ft · 10 sec · Washington Lane

Turn left onto Genesee Street

1.3 mi · 2 min · Genesee Street

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 90

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 90 East

Merge onto I 90

84 mi · 1 hr 36 min · New York State Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway

57 mi · 1 hr 6 min · New York State Thruway

Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 19 Toward NY 28: Kingston, Rhinecliff Bridge

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Merge onto NY 28

0.5 mi · 50 sec · State Route 28

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Merge onto US 209

8.4 mi · 9 min · Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway

Continue on US 209

1.7 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Continue on US 209

13 mi · 16 min · United States Highway 209

Arrive at destination

US 209; NY 55

Trip Plan

Given the 3 hour and 17 minute duration, this 167.6-mile trip is easily completed in a single day. You'll want to factor in the $27 estimated fuel cost. Since it's a turn-heavy local drive, paying close attention to navigation is key, especially when transitioning between Genesee Street and I-90 East. Consider leaving in the morning to allow for a full afternoon at your destination in Wawarsing. One stop is recommended, so plan for a brief break to stretch your legs midway.

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 83.8 miles from Utica, NY, or about 1h 38m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 140.9 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 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 83.8 miles or 1h 38m 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 40m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Utica, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Utica, NY

This is one driving day of about 167.6 miles and 3h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Utica, 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 New York State Thruway for about 140.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

84 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

Johnstown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Niskayuna, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 83.8 miles from Utica, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 140.9 miles.

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

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leeds, New York

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 119.7

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leeds, New York

1.4 mi

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Catskill, New York

1.8 mi

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 119.7

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 119.7

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 119.7

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 95.8

Rensselaer, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15182750565

Visit website

Tool's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 95.8

Delmar, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15184399111

Visit website

Canali's Italian & American Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 71.8

Schenectady, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15183555323

Visit website

Blue Ribbon Restaurant & Bakery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.8

Schenectady, New York

Hours: 7 am–9:30 pm

+15183932600

Visit website

Seconds Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 119.7

Athens, New York

Hours: Closed

+18389450702

Visit website

Quick Charge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 59.9

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18552703107

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 59.9

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 23.9

Little Falls, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 23.9

Little Falls, NY

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 83.8

Guilderland, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

EVlink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 59.9

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

The Stanley Theatre

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Utica, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+13157244000

Visit website

Utica Zoo

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13157380472

Visit website

Utica Children's Museum

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm

+13158087529

Visit website

5 Wits Albany

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 83.8

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–8 pm

+15187592288

Visit website

Tawasentha Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 83.8

Altamont, New York

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+15184563150

Visit website

The Family Fun Factory

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

New Hartford, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13158648044

Visit website

Shaker Heritage Society

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 83.8

Albany, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15184567890

Visit website

American Italian Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 83.8

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–2 pm

+15184351979

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 143.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 90

Navigation decision point

Toward I 90

1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 90 East

85.7 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in | New York State Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston

143 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in

Take the exit toward NY 28: Kingston, Rhinecliff Bridge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 19 Toward NY 28: Kingston, Rhinecliff Bridge

143.7 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.59 one way

$55.18 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$29.83	$59.66
premium	$4.92	$32.48	$64.97
diesel	$5.61	$37.00	$74.01

Estimated Tolls: $7.04

New York State Thruway (140.9 mi) $7.04

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

$28

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	50.3	$17.60	$8.04
Efficient EV	41.9	$14.67	$6.70
EV Truck/SUV	67	$23.46	$10.73

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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

Utica, NY

Night in Utica on Saturday

Local time

10:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wawarsing, NY

Night in Wawarsing on Saturday

Local time

10:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

3h 17m 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 turn-heavy local drive for most of this 167.6-mile journey, as the highway share is 0%. While you will be on I-90 East for a segment, the overall character is one of navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, suggesting a dynamic driving experience with frequent changes in direction and speed. This route avoids monotonous interstate stretches, offering a more engaging drive through varied terrain.

Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 140.9 mi on New York State Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 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 167.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 85.7 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Utica, NY to Wawarsing, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.

Boston

85.7 mi in | ~1h 40m | via New York State Thruway

About the Cities

Starting 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 17m. Total distance: 167.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 140.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.04 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.

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 Wawarsing, 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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Wawarsing, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Utica, NY to Wawarsing, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Gracie's Luncheonette

Gracie's Luncheonette

Piccolo Trattoria

Barnwood Restaurant

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

Tool's Restaurant

Canali's Italian & American Restaurant

Blue Ribbon Restaurant & Bakery

Seconds Restaurant

Quick Charge Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

EVlink Charging Station

EVolve NY Charging Station

The Stanley Theatre

Utica Zoo

Utica Children's Museum

5 Wits Albany

Tawasentha Park

The Family Fun Factory

Shaker Heritage Society

American Italian Heritage Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Utica, NY

Wawarsing, NY

Same local time

Very similar conditions

3h 17m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Utica, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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