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Trip from Woodbury, 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

2h 1m

Distance

97.3 mi

157 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 53m ★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m

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

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Downtown Woodbury, NY, NY

Woodbury, NY

Peter Olexa

Trip Overview

This 97.3-mile drive from Woodbury, NY, to Albany, NY, is an excellent option for a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 1 minute to complete. You'll primarily navigate on the New York State Thruway, with portions of State Route 32 and Temple Hill Road also part of the journey. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $16, making it an economical choice. Given its relatively short duration and straightforward path, it’s perfectly suited for a day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. This route stays within the Northeast region, offering a familiar landscape for travelers.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

48.6 miles from Woodbury, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 81.4 mi 1h 33m
State Route 32 7.3 mi 10m
Temple Hill Road 2.4 mi 4m
Union Avenue 2 mi 3m
I 787 1.6 mi 2m
Little Britain Road 0.3 mi <1m
State Street 0.3 mi <1m
NY 5 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 81.4 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Woodbury, NY and Albany, NY.

1

Start on Falls Lane

349 ft · 32 sec · Falls Lane
2

At end of road, turn left onto NY 32

7.3 mi · 10 min · State Route 32
Use the straight lane.
3

Continue on NY 300

2.4 mi · 4 min · Temple Hill Road
4

Turn straight onto NY 207; NY 300

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Little Britain Road
5

Turn right onto NY 300

2.0 mi · 3 min · Union Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 87: Albany, New York City, New York State Thruway Use the left lane.
7

Continue on this road

427 ft · 10 sec · this road
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 87 North: Albany
9

Merge onto I 87

81 mi · 1 hr 33 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Exit 23 Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy Use the slight right lane.
11

Continue on I 787

1.6 mi · 2 min · I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Exit 4 Toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn straight onto Quay Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Quay Street
14

Turn left onto NY 5

0.2 mi · 42 sec · NY 5
15

Turn left onto NY 5

0.3 mi · 51 sec · State Street
16

At end of road, turn right onto NY 5

182 ft · 5 sec · Eagle Street
17

Turn straight onto NY 5

498 ft · 19 sec · Washington Avenue
18

Turn left

30 ft · 2 sec
19

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour journey, consider an early morning departure from Woodbury to make the most of your day in Albany. With no designated stops required, you have the flexibility to add breaks as needed, perhaps grabbing a quick bite or stretching your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $16, and while this is a short drive, it's always wise to fuel up before hitting the road. A specific tip for this route: be mindful of the transitions between the New York State Thruway and the local roads like State Route 32, as these can involve more complex turns and changes in speed.

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 48.6 miles from Woodbury, NY, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.4 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 21 miles or 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 48.6 miles or 1h 2m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 38m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Woodbury, 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 Woodbury, NY

This is one driving day of about 97.3 miles and 2h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Woodbury, 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 81.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Ulster County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Saugerties, NY

49 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

Saugerties, NY to Albany, NY

44.8 mi · 56m

Pacing Suggestions

Clintondale, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Saugerties, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.6 miles from Woodbury, 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 81.4 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

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Newburgh, New York

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.9

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Cafe Madison

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Albany, New York

2 mi

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rensselaer, New York

2.6 mi

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 13.9

Newburgh, New York

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Cafe Madison

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 97.3

Albany, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+15189351094

Visit website

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 97.3

Rensselaer, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15182750565

Visit website

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 69.5

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 69.5

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

Yossies Cafe & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Monroe, New York

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18457830901

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 69.5

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Barcelona Restaurant-Wine Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 97.3

Albany, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+15184381144

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 13.9

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 13.9

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 13.9

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 13.9

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 13.9

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.7 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 6.9

Cornwall, New York

+18455343899

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Rest Area

0 mi from route

Rest Area I-87 (South Bound)

0 mi from route

Plattkill Service Area

0 mi from route

Malden Service Area

0.1 mi from route

Modena Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Ulster Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Modena Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Plaza 23 Truck Stop

0.2 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

2 mi from route

Bannerman Castle

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 6.9

Beacon, New York

+18452372636

Visit website

American Italian Heritage Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 97.3

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–2 pm

+15184351979

Visit website

Bailiwick Animal Park and Riding Stables

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 62.5

Catskill, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15186785665

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 97.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | NY 32 / State Route 32

At end of road, turn left onto NY 32 / State Route 32

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
7
12 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the ramp toward I 87: Albany, New York City, New York State Thruway

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 87: Albany, New York City, New York St...
8
94.3 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in

Take the exit toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy

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 23 Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
8
96.2 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in

Take the exit toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany

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 4 Toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
6
97.1 mi into trip | ~2h 1m in | NY 5 / Eagle Street

At end of road, turn right onto NY 5 / Eagle Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.02 one way

$32.03 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $17.32 $34.64
premium $4.92 $18.86 $37.72
diesel $5.61 $21.48 $42.97

Estimated Tolls: $4.07

New York State Thruway (81.4 mi) $4.07

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

$16

Tolls

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.2 0 $10.22 $4.67
Efficient EV 24.3 0 $8.51 $3.89
EV Truck/SUV 38.9 0 $13.62 $6.23

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (68% 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

Woodbury, NY

Evening in Woodbury on Sunday

Local time

5:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

42°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, NY

Evening in Albany on Sunday

Local time

5:52 PM

EDT

Current temp

39°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

3 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

2h 1m 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.

Saratoga National Historical Park

Saratoga National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...

24 mi from route ~61 min detour Free near mile 97.3
Park Closure: Horse Trail Closed
Park Closure: Tour Stop 7 Closed
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive presents a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, despite having a 9% highway share. While 81.4 miles of your journey will be on the New York State Thruway, the character shifts with segments on State Route 32 and Temple Hill Road. Expect a mix of faster highway travel interspersed with more engaging, winding local road sections. The longest continuous stretch on the Thruway provides a period of straightforward driving, but be prepared for the more intricate navigation as you transition onto and off of these main arteries. This dynamic can keep you engaged behind the wheel.

Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81.4 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near NY 32 / State Route 32.

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 97.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (NY 32 / State Route 32): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Woodbury, NY and Albany, NY, road signs point toward New York City and New York State Thruway.

New York City

12 mi in | ~19m

New York State Thruway

12 mi in | ~19m

About the Cities

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 2h 1m. Total distance: 97.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 81.4 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $4.07 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.

Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Albany, 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. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (NY 32 / State Route 32): Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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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