Origin
Albany, NY
Evening in Albany on Thursday
Local time
6:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albany, NY to Hamptonburgh, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
99.2 mi
160 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hamptonburgh, NY
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Trip Overview
This 99.2-mile drive from Albany to Hamptonburgh, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes. The route primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway, offering a straightforward journey through the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this drive is budget-friendly for a day out. Expect a relatively quick travel time, making it a convenient option for a weekend excursion or a mid-week escape. No overnight stays are necessary for this route.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.6 miles from Albany, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 99.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route presents a "turn-heavy local drive" character, with only a 20% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 81.8 miles on the New York State Thruway, indicating a significant portion of highway driving before transitioning to more varied local roads. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience that shifts from faster highway speeds to more winding, local conditions. The latter part of the journey will likely involve more frequent turns and a change in pace.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 81.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 5 / Washington Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 99.2 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: near the start (NY 5 / Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 5 / Washington Avenue
Turn right onto NY 5 / Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turn...
6
85 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 84, NY 17K, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh, Stewart Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 17
Toward I 84, NY 17K, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh...
7
85.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84 West, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 84 West, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh
6
85.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 300: Newburgh
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward NY 300: Newburgh
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Albany, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY, road signs point toward Newburgh and Stewart Airport.
Newburgh
85 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Stewart Airport
85 mi in
|
~1h 41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 81.8 mi | 1h 34m |
| Little Britain Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Sarah Wells Trail | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Union Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| I 787 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Shea Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Broadway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 207 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 81.8 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY.
1
Start on this road
30 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto NY 5
352 ft
·
10 sec
·
Washington Avenue
3
Turn left onto Eagle Street
156 ft
·
4 sec
·
Eagle Street
4
Turn slight right onto Pine Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pine Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto Broadway
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Broadway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Broadway
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Broadway
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 787 South
8
Merge onto I 787
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 787
9
Continue on I 787
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 787
Exit 1
Toward I 87 Toll: New York State Thruway
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1
11
Merge onto I 87
82 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
New York State Thruway
12
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 17
Toward I 84, NY 17K, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh, Stewart Airport
13
Continue on this road
485 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
14
Keep slight left at fork
400 ft
·
9 sec
Toward I 84 West, NY 300: Scranton, Newburgh
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward NY 300: Newburgh
16
Turn right onto NY 300
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Union Avenue
17
At end of road, turn right onto NY 207
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Little Britain Road
18
Continue on NY 207; NY 208
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
State Highway 207
19
Turn left onto CR 33
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Shea Road
20
At end of road, turn right onto CR 8
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Sarah Wells Trail
21
Arrive at destination
CR 8
Trip Plan
Given its 2-hour duration, this 99.2-mile trip is ideal for a single day, so you can leave Albany at your leisure. The estimated fuel cost of $16 means you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. Since this route involves a significant portion on local roads like Little Britain Road and Sarah Wells Trail after the New York State Thruway, pay close attention to signage and be ready for turns. Consider departing earlier in the day to maximize daylight hours for navigating the less direct sections of the drive.
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 49.6 miles from Albany, NY, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.8 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 22 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.6 miles or 1h 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamptonburgh, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Albany, 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 Albany, NY
This is one driving day of about 99.2 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Albany, 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 81.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.6 mi from Albany, NY · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.6 miles from Albany, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.8 miles.
Arriving in Hamptonburgh, NY
The final approach into Hamptonburgh, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hamptonburgh, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.33 one way
$32.66 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $17.66 | $35.31 |
| premium | $4.92 | $19.23 | $38.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.90 | $43.80 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.09
New York State Thruway
(81.8 mi)
$4.09
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: 34.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
| Efficient EV | 24.8 | 0 | $8.68 | $3.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Hamptonburgh, NY
Evening in Hamptonburgh on Thursday
Local time
6:27 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
7 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 6m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Albany, NY to Hamptonburgh, NY covers 99.2 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Little Britain Road, Sarah Wells Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.6 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 $16.33 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 99.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 5 / Washington Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Albany, NY and Hamptonburgh, NY, road signs point toward Newburgh and Stewart Airport.
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