Skip to main content

Trip from Albany, NY to East Bloomfield, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 19m

Distance

216.5 mi

348 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

117 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 6m ★
6 AM
4h 20m
8 AM
4h 46m
10 AM
4h 29m
12 PM
4h 26m
3 PM
4h 30m
5 PM
4h 45m
8 PM
4h 12m

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

Downtown East Bloomfield, NY, NY

East Bloomfield, NY

Liliana Drew

Trip Overview

Albany, NY to East Bloomfield, NY is 216.5 miles and takes about 4h 19m via I 90, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey that should be manageable for a single day of driving. If you're looking for a direct route with minimal fuss between these two points, this option should serve you well. The primary roads are well-maintained and suitable for consistent travel.

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

108.2 miles from Albany, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 197 mi 3h 48m
Routes 5 and 20 6.5 mi 9m
State Route 21 4.6 mi 6m
North Main Street 1.7 mi 2m
Gibson Street 0.9 mi 1m
Bristol Street 0.9 mi 1m
Henry Johnson Boulevard 0.8 mi 1m
US 20 0.6 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 197 mi, about 3h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

30 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto NY 5

0.5 mi · 1 min · Washington Avenue
3

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 5

0.1 mi · 25 sec · Central Avenue
4

Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard

0.8 mi · 1 min · Henry Johnson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 90: Buffalo, Boston
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 West Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7

Merge onto I 90

5.1 mi · 6 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

192 mi · 3 hr 41 min · I 90
Use the straight lane.
9

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 43 Toward NY 21: Manchester, Palmyra Use the slight right lane.
10

Turn right onto NY 21

1.3 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
11

Continue on NY 21

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Palmyra Street
12

Continue on NY 21

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Canandaigua Street
13

Continue on NY 21

4.6 mi · 6 min · State Route 21
14

Continue on NY 21

0.9 mi · 1 min · Gibson Street
15

At end of road, turn left onto NY 21; NY 332

0.4 mi · 39 sec · North Main Street
16

Turn right onto Bristol Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · Bristol Street
17

Continue on Bristol Road

0.4 mi · 42 sec · Bristol Road
18

Turn right onto US 20; NY 5

0.6 mi · 53 sec · US 20; NY 5
19

At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5

6.5 mi · 9 min · Routes 5 and 20
20

Continue on US 20; NY 5; NY 64

0.3 mi · 33 sec · State Street
21

Arrive at destination

US 20; NY 5; NY 64

Trip Plan

Given the 4h 19m duration and 216.5 miles, starting in the morning is ideal to ensure you arrive with ample daylight. The longest stretch is 197 miles, so plan for one significant break around the halfway point or a bit beyond to stretch your legs and refuel. With a fuel cost estimated at $36, be mindful of gas prices as you travel, though this is a moderate expense for the distance. Since this is a single-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient, but a prompt start maximizes your time upon arrival in East Bloomfield.

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 108.2 miles from Albany, NY, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 197 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 48 miles or 58m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 108.2 miles or 2h 8m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 28m

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

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Albany, 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 Albany, NY

This is one driving day of about 216.5 miles and 4h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Albany, 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 90 for about 197 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Mohawk, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mohawk, NY

108 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Utica, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108.2 miles from Albany, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 197 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 199.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | Henry Johnson Boulevard

Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
7
1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 90 West
5
2.2 mi into trip | ~4m in | I 90

Merge onto I 90

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
7.3 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 90

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
8
199.2 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in

Take the exit toward NY 21: Manchester, Palmyra

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 43 Toward NY 21: Manchester, Palmyra

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$35.64 one way

$71.27 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $38.54 $77.07
premium $4.92 $41.96 $83.92
diesel $5.61 $47.80 $95.60

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 75.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

117 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ChargePoint Charging Station

Altamont, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Schenectady, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Lynkwell Charging Station

Schenectady, New York

Other

1 DCFC

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

Schenectady, New York

Other

1 DCFC

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

Pattersonville, New York

Other

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Amsterdam, New York

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Quick Charge Charging Station

Amsterdam, New York

Quick Charge

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Fultonville, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 37 Other: 37 ViaLynk: 20 EV Connect: 11 Quick Charge: 3 Tesla: 3 EVgo: 2 Electrify America: 2 Blink: 1 Shell Recharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 65 0 $22.73 $10.39
Efficient EV 54.1 0 $18.94 $8.66
EV Truck/SUV 86.6 1 $30.31 $13.86

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Albany, NY

Afternoon in Albany on Saturday

Local time

1:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

34°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Bloomfield, NY

Afternoon in East Bloomfield on Saturday

Local time

1:23 PM

EDT

Current temp

44°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

10 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

4h 19m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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.

Women's Rights National Historical Park

Women's Rights National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 179.1
View on nps.gov
Fort Stanwix National Monument

Fort Stanwix National Monument

National Monument

For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 104.5
View on nps.gov
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 171.7
View on nps.gov
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...

22 mi from route ~55 min detour Free near mile 22.4
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 is largely a highway-focused experience, with 93% of the journey on major roads like I 90. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 197 miles primarily on I 90, meaning long periods of consistent driving. While the main roads are interstates and highways, the final leg incorporates Routes 5 and 20 and State Route 21, offering a slight shift in scenery and pace as you approach your destination. Expect a predominantly fast-paced drive with opportunities for quicker travel.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 197 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Routes 5 and 20. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Henry Johnson Boulevard.

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 216.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.6 miles (Henry Johnson Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Albany, NY to East Bloomfield, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Palmyra along the way.

Palmyra

199.2 mi in | ~3h 53m

About the Cities

Starting 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 4h 19m. Total distance: 216.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Albany, NY to East Bloomfield, NY covers 216.5 miles and takes about 4h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, Routes 5 and 20, State Route 21. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 108.2 miles from Albany, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 216.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Henry Johnson Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

On the drive from Albany, NY to East Bloomfield, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Palmyra along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

Was this helpful?

Thanks for your feedback!

Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!

/500

Explore More

More trips to East Bloomfield, NY

Explore more options from Albany, NY or browse trips ending in East Bloomfield, NY.

Looking for more statewide routes? Browse NY road trips.