Origin
Albion, NY
Afternoon in Albion on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albion, NY to Hempstead, NY
Drive Time
7h 52m
Distance
371.7 mi
598 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 44m
★
6 AM
7h 53m
8 AM
8h 11m
10 AM
7h 59m
12 PM
7h 57m
3 PM
8h 0m
5 PM
8h 10m
8 PM
7h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albion, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
The drive from Albion, NY to Hempstead, NY covers 371.7 miles and takes about 7h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 81, Keystone Shortway, New York State Thruway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 98.8 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
185.8 miles from Albion, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 52m drive with frequent turns across 371.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 77 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,932 ft
55 ft
Total Climb
2,429 ft
Total Descent
2,908 ft
Highest Point
1,932 ft
~247.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,877 ft
Notable High Points
1,932 ft at ~247.8 miles
+852 ft prominence
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 around 79.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 44 significant decision points across 371.7 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 79.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 229.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 344.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 44 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
79.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
229.7 mi into trip
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~4h 54m in
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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...
8
344.3 mi into trip
|
~7h 9m 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...
9
344.6 mi into trip
|
~7h 10m 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
8
354 mi into trip
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~7h 24m in
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I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Towns Along This Route
Between Albion, NY and Hempstead, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia and Teaneck - among others.
Clyde
79.4 mi in
|
~1h 37m
Mt Pocono
229.7 mi in
|
~4h 54m
|
via US 6
Milford
230.5 mi in
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~4h 55m
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via I 84; I 380
New York City
344.3 mi in
|
~7h 9m
Leonia
344.6 mi in
|
~7h 10m
Teaneck
344.6 mi in
|
~7h 10m
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
346.8 mi in
|
~7h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 98.8 mi | 1h 57m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| New York State Thruway | 30 mi | 34m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Western Expressway | 20.1 mi | 26m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Clark Street Road | 9.6 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albion, NY and Hempstead, NY.
1
Start on NY 98
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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North Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 31
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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East Avenue
3
Continue on NY 31
3.8 mi
·
4 min
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State Route 31
4
Continue on NY 31
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Fancher Road
5
Turn straight onto NY 31
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
State Route 31
6
Continue on NY 31
2.3 mi
·
2 min
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Holley Road
7
Continue on NY 31
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
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West Albion Street
8
Continue on NY 31
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
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Wright Street
9
Continue on NY 31
408 ft
·
5 sec
·
Public Square
10
Continue on NY 31
382 ft
·
5 sec
·
Mechanic Street
11
Continue on NY 31
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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State Street
12
Continue on NY 31
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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Brockport-Holley Road
13
Continue on NY 31
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Avenue
14
Turn right onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.5 mi
·
1 min
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Redman Road
15
Turn left onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Fourth Section Road
16
Continue on NY 31
4.8 mi
·
5 min
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Brockport-Spencerport Road
17
Continue on NY 531
7.5 mi
·
8 min
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NY 531
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 490 East: Rochester
19
Merge onto I 490
20 mi
·
26 min
·
Western Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany
21
Merge onto I 90
30 mi
·
34 min
·
New York State Thruway
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
7 sec
24
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Route 414
25
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
NY 318
Use the left lane.
26
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
27
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
28
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Street
29
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Dill Street
30
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft
·
16 sec
·
Loop Road
31
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Genesee Street
32
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Genesee Street Road
33
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Lake Street
34
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
East Lake Road
35
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 41
36
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Lake Road
37
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 41
38
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
39
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
40
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
41
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
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.
43
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.
44
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.
45
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
46
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
47
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
48
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.
49
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.
50
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
51
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
52
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
·
Degraw Avenue
53
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
54
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
55
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
56
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
57
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
58
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
59
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
60
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
61
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
62
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
63
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
64
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
65
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
66
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
67
Turn left onto NY 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillside Avenue
Use the left lane.
68
Turn right onto NY 25
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Braddock Avenue
69
Turn left onto NY 25
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
70
Continue on NY 25
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Jericho Turnpike
71
Turn slight right onto Tulip Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Tulip Avenue
Use the right lane.
72
Turn right onto New Hyde Park Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
New Hyde Park Road
73
Turn left onto NY 24
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hempstead Turnpike
Use the left lane.
74
Turn slight right onto NY 102
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
Use the right lane.
75
Turn right onto Greenwich Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Greenwich Street
Use the right lane.
76
Turn left onto Peninsula Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Peninsula Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
77
Arrive at destination
Peninsula Boulevard
Trip Plan
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 185.8 miles from Albion, NY, or about 4h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 82 miles or 1h 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.8 miles or 4h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempstead, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Albion, 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.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albion, NY
This is one driving day of about 371.7 miles and 7h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Albion, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 185.8 mi from Albion, NY · 4h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 185.8 miles from Albion, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.
Arriving in Hempstead, NY
The final approach into Hempstead, 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 Hempstead, 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
$60.51 one way
$121.02 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $65.57 | $131.15 |
| premium | $4.88 | $71.46 | $142.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $82.58 | $165.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $24.23
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New York State Thruway
(30 mi)
$1.50
Hempstead Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
Jericho Turnpike
(0.5 mi)
$0.04
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
$61
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$110–$135
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.5 | 1 | $39.03 | $17.84 |
| Efficient EV | 92.9 | 1 | $32.52 | $14.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148.7 | 1 | $52.04 | $23.79 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Hempstead, NY
Afternoon in Hempstead on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
186 mi in
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
4 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
7h 52m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Albion, NY to Hempstead, NY covers 371.7 miles and takes about 7h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, New York State Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 185.8 miles from Albion, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 44 significant decision points across 371.7 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: at 79.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 229.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 344.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Albion, NY and Hempstead, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia and Teaneck - among others.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 55 ft to 1,932 ft elevation with about 2,429 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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