Trip from Wolcott, NY to Manhattan, NY

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

Drive Time

6h 7m

Distance

295 mi

475 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

5h 55m ★

6 AM

6h 7m

8 AM

6h 33m

10 AM

6h 16m

12 PM

6h 14m

3 PM

6h 18m

5 PM

6h 32m

8 PM

6h 0m

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

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Trip Overview

This 295-mile journey from Wolcott, NY, to Manhattan, NY, is designed for a single day of driving, estimated to take just over 6 hours. With a highway share of 64%, you'll spend a significant portion of your time on major interstates. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $49, making it a budget-friendly option for reaching the city. This route focuses on efficient travel, moving you from upstate New York directly into the heart of Manhattan. It's a straightforward drive, perfect for those prioritizing arrival time over extensive sightseeing.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

147.5 miles from Wolcott, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 81	128.7 mi	2h 32m
Keystone Shortway	80 mi	1h 37m
I 380	23.6 mi	25m
I 690	8.7 mi	10m
State Highway 370	7.9 mi	10m
NY 31	5.9 mi	7m
West Genesee Road	5.7 mi	8m
Christopher Columbus Highway	5.5 mi	5m

Longest stretch: I 81 — 128.7 mi, about 2h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wolcott, NY and Manhattan, NY.

Start on East Main Street

456 ft · 15 sec · East Main Street

Turn left onto Mill Street

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Mill Street

Continue on Oswego Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Oswego Street

Continue on CR 163

3.1 mi · 5 min · Ridge Road

Turn slight right onto NY 370

2.1 mi · 2 min · State Route 370

Continue on NY 370

7.9 mi · 10 min · State Highway 370

Continue on NY 370

3.6 mi · 7 min · West Main Street

Continue on NY 370

1.7 mi · 2 min · State Route 370

Continue on NY 370

0.7 mi · 53 sec · Main Street

Continue on NY 370

5.7 mi · 8 min · West Genesee Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the exit onto NY 31

5.9 mi · 7 min · NY 31

Use the left lane.

Continue on I 690

8.7 mi · 10 min · I 690

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 81 South: Binghamton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 81

2.8 mi · 4 min · I 81

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I-81

0.8 mi · 48 sec · I-81

Continue on I 81

73 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 81

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81

Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6

Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380

Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380

Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg

Merge onto I 80

80 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 5 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec

Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck Use the slight right lane.

Turn right

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Exit 70A Toward Leonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto CR 56

454 ft · 9 sec · Degraw Avenue

Continue on CR 56

1.1 mi · 2 min · Fort Lee Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on CR 56

469 ft · 13 sec · Main Street

Take the ramp

472 ft · 12 sec

Toward George Washington Bridge

Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Bergen Boulevard

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

312 ft · 4 sec

Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.3 mi · 20 sec · I 95 EXPR

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.5 mi · 45 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Take the exit onto US 9

0.1 mi · 13 sec · US 9

Exit 1A Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward NY 9A South: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downtown Use the straight lane.

Merge onto HH; NY 9A

4.2 mi · 6 min · Henry Hudson Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Toward Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art, American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum Of Manhattan, JCC in Manhattan, Lincoln Center, New York Historical Society, New York Institute of Technology Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on West 79th Street

0.2 mi · 51 sec · West 79th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto Broadway

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Broadway

Turn right onto West 86th Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West 86th Street

Continue on 86th Street Transverse

0.2 mi · 35 sec · 86th Street Transverse

Toward East Side Use the straight / left lanes.

Arrive at destination

86th Street Transverse

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour, 295-mile drive, consider an early morning departure from Wolcott to maximize your time in Manhattan and navigate potential traffic. With only one recommended stop, the flexibility of a single-day trip means you can adjust your pace as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before longer stretches like the 128.7-mile segment on I-81, to avoid needing an unplanned detour. The estimated fuel cost of $49 suggests planning for at least one fill-up along the way.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 147.5 miles from Wolcott, NY, or about 3h 5m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.7 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 65 miles or 1h 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 147.5 miles or 3h 5m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 57m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Wolcott, 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 Wolcott, NY

This is one driving day of about 295 miles and 6h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Wolcott, 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 I 81 for about 128.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Binghamton, NY

148 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.

Popular next leg

Binghamton, NY to Manhattan, NY

183.4 mi · 3h 46m

Pacing Suggestions

Homer, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Binghamton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.5 miles from Wolcott, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 128.7 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

Noi Due Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $50 to $10 mile 295

Hours: Closed

+12127122222

Visit website

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

0.4 mi

Paola's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

0.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

New York, New York

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 295

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Aleef Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

2.4 mi

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Syracuse, New York

2.4 mi

Noi Due Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $50 to $10 mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: Closed

+12127122222

Visit website

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 210.7

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Paola's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $50 to $10 mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+12127941890

Visit website

Effy's Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12122806200

Visit website

Central Park Boathouse

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive mile 295

New York, NY

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17189739339

Visit website

THEP Thai Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–3:30 pm

+12128999995

Visit website

Cafe Luxembourg

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Expensive mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–10:30 pm

+12128737411

Visit website

Park Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+15167490697

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 295

New York, New York

+19172614093

Le Cafe Coffee

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 252.9

Rockaway, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

IONNA Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 168.6

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 168.6

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 252.9

Dover, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Central Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12123106600

Visit website

The Great Lawn

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 295

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12123106600

Visit website

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12125357710

Visit website

Ancient Playground

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12123106600

Visit website

Shakespeare Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12123106600

Visit website

Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+12127695100

Visit website

Hayden Planetarium

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+12127695100

Visit website

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 295

New York, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+12128498400

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 169.8 and 289 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

169.8 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...

284.4 mi into trip | ~5h 48m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...

284.7 mi into trip | ~5h 48m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck

288.5 mi into trip | ~5h 55m in | US 9

Take the exit onto US 9 toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th Street

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1A Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th...

289 mi into trip | ~5h 56m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NY 9A South: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downtown

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

Use the straight lane. Toward NY 9A South: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downt...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.56 one way

$97.12 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$52.51	$105.02
premium	$4.92	$57.18	$114.35
diesel	$5.61	$65.13	$130.26

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

George Washington Bridge $16.00

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

$49

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	88.5	1	$30.97	$14.16
Efficient EV	73.8	0	$25.81	$11.80
EV Truck/SUV	118	1	$41.30	$18.88

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 16, 2026

Origin

Wolcott, NY

Late night in Wolcott on Sunday

Local time

3:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Manhattan, NY

Late night in Manhattan on Sunday

Local time

3:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 3 to 9 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:57PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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

38 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

6h 7m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

Expect a highway-focused experience on this 6-hour drive, with 64% of the route utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 128.7 miles on I-81, offering a consistent pace. You'll navigate segments of I-81, the Keystone Shortway, and I-380, all contributing to the predominantly high-speed nature of this trip. While not a winding scenic byway, this route prioritizes directness and efficient mileage, keeping you moving steadily towards your destination.

64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 128.7 mi on I 81.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 169.8 miles in near US 6.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 295 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 169.8 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 284.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 284.7 miles: 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.

Between Wolcott, NY and Manhattan, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.

Mt Pocono

169.8 mi in | ~3h 32m | via US 6

Milford

170.6 mi in | ~3h 33m | via I 84; I 380

About the Cities

Arriving in Manhattan, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1624

Wall Street. Madison Avenue. 34th Street. Broadway. Times Square. Manhattan is so well known that even the names of its streets have become iconic and understood the world over. This long, thin island is only one of New York City's five boroughs, but it's Manhattan that has the concrete canyons and the inimitable skyline; Manhattan that has the world's brightest theater district; Manhattan that has Central Park, Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building, and the Met; and Manhattan that includes iconic neighborhoods like Harlem, the Upper East Side, Times Square, and Greenwich Village. The rest of New York City has much to see and do, but it's Manhattan that represents the city—and sometimes the entire United States—to the world. You could spend a month on this tiny island and still not see all there is to see.

Top landmarks

• Empire State Building — skyscraper located in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, USA

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 6h 7m. Total distance: 295 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 7m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 128.7 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.00 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.

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 Manhattan, 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.

Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Manhattan, NY before the return drive.

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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Trip from Wolcott, NY to Manhattan, 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

Noi Due Cafe

Cafe Amrita

Noi Due Cafe

Triplets Family Restaurant

Paola's

Effy's Cafe

Central Park Boathouse

THEP Thai Restaurant

Cafe Luxembourg

Park Cafe

Cafe Amrita

Aleef Cafe

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

Artpresso Cafe

Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters

51st Bakery & Cafe

Duaa’s Cafe

Le Cafe Coffee

Electric Vehicle Charge Point

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

IONNA Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Central Park

The Great Lawn

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Ancient Playground

Shakespeare Garden

Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation

Hayden Planetarium

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Wolcott, NY

Manhattan, NY

Same local time

38 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 7m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

General Grant National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

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