Origin
Alder Brook, NY
Afternoon in Alder Brook on Thursday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
30°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
51.7 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moira, NY
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The drive from Alder Brook, NY to Moira, NY covers 51.7 miles and takes about 1h 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike, Adirondack Trail, State Route 11 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.2 miles on Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
25.9 miles from Alder Brook, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 51.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 1h 38m highway drive covering 51.7 miles, with most of the trip on Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike and Adirondack Trail. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.2 miles on Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike and Adirondack Trail. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near NY 3 / State Route 3.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Alder Brook, NY to Moira, NY is easy. At 1h 38m with 61% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (NY 3 / State Route 3): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (CR 26 / Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike): Navigation decision point; at 20.3 miles (CR 26 / Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto NY 3 / State Route 3
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 26 / Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn left onto CR 26 / Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto NY 30 / Adirondack Trail
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 11 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Port Kent-Hopkinton Turnpike | 19.2 mi | 46m |
| Adirondack Trail | 13.8 mi | 18m |
| State Route 11 | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| Washington Street | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Alder Brook Road | 2.6 mi | 10m |
| State Route 3 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Finney Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Alder Brook, NY and Moira, NY.
Start on Alder Brook Road
Continue on Alder Brook Road
Turn left onto NY 3
Turn right onto CR 26
At end of road, turn left onto CR 26
Turn right onto NY 30
Continue on NY 30
Turn left onto US 11
Continue on US 11
Continue on US 11
Turn left onto County Highway 5
Arrive at destination
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.
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 11 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.9 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Moira, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Alder Brook, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alder Brook, NY
This is one driving day of about 51.7 miles and 1h 38m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.9 mi from Alder Brook, NY · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.9 miles from Alder Brook, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Moira, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.51 one way
$17.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.02 | $20.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.34
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
$9
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.24 | $3.31 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Alder Brook on Thursday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
30°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Moira on Thursday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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