Origin
Astoria, NY
Morning in Astoria on Monday
Local time
8:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Astoria, NY to Potsdam, NY
Drive Time
7h 31m
Distance
343 mi
552 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 21m
★
6 AM
7h 31m
8 AM
7h 51m
10 AM
7h 38m
12 PM
7h 36m
3 PM
7h 39m
5 PM
7h 50m
8 PM
7h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Potsdam, NY
Sidorela Shehaj
Trip Overview
The drive from Astoria, NY to Potsdam, NY covers 343 miles and takes about 7h 31m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Astoria Boulevard, 33rd Street, Astoria Boulevard North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $55.84 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
171.5 miles from Astoria, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 31m drive with frequent turns across 343 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 66 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Astoria Boulevard is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 31m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Astoria, NY to Potsdam, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Astoria Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 33rd Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Astoria Boulevard North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hoyt Avenue North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 278 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Manhattan | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Robert F | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harlem River Drive North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Astoria Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Potsdam, NY.
1
Start on 12th Street
23 ft
·
4 sec
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12th Street
2
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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Astoria Boulevard
3
Turn left onto 33rd Street
207 ft
·
14 sec
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33rd Street
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
262 ft
·
9 sec
·
Astoria Boulevard North
5
Continue on Hoyt Avenue North
367 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hoyt Avenue North
6
Take the ramp straight toward I 278 East
505 ft
·
12 sec
·
I 278 East
7
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
3 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Manhattan, Randalls Island
9
Keep slight left to continue on Manhattan, Randalls Island
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Manhattan, Randalls Island
10
Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
11
Keep slight right to continue on Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street, 2nd Avenue
128 ft
·
4 sec
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Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street, 2nd Avenue
12
Keep slight right to continue on Harlem River Drive North
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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Harlem River Drive North
13
Merge slight right onto Harlem River Drive
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Harlem River Drive
14
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge, Amsterdam Avenue, West 179 Street
0.5 mi
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1 min
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I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge, Amsterdam Avenue, West 179 Street
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
16
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level)
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level)
17
Merge slight left onto Trans-Manhattan Expressway
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
18
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
19
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
20
Keep slight left
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
21
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
23
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 4 West: Paramus
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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NJ 4 West: Paramus
24
Merge slight right
6.7 mi
·
9 min
25
Take the exit straight toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
26
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 17 North: Mahwah
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
NJ 17 North: Mahwah
27
Merge slight left
3.3 mi
·
4 min
28
Continue straight
7.3 mi
·
9 min
29
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
30
Continue straight
3.3 mi
·
4 min
31
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
32
Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
112 mi
·
2 hr 8 min
·
I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
33
Take the exit slight right toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
34
Continue straight
9.0 mi
·
12 min
35
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
36
Take the exit slight right toward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
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NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs
37
Merge slight left
3.1 mi
·
3 min
38
Take the exit slight right toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
39
Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
71 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
Adirondack Northway
40
Take the exit slight right toward US 9: Pottersville, Minerva
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
US 9: Pottersville, Minerva
41
Turn left onto Valley Farm Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Valley Farm Road
42
At the end of the road, turn right
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
43
Turn slight left onto Olmstedville Road
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Olmstedville Road
44
Continue on County Highway 29
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 29
45
Keep slight right to continue on Donnelly Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Donnelly Road
46
Continue on A P Morse Highway
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
A P Morse Highway
47
Turn straight onto State Highway 28N
30 mi
·
41 min
·
State Highway 28N
48
Continue on Newcomb Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Newcomb Road
49
Continue on State Highway 28N
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 28N
50
Turn right onto Adirondack Trail
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Adirondack Trail
51
Turn slight left onto Lake Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Lake Street
52
Continue on Adirondack Trail
18 mi
·
25 min
·
Adirondack Trail
53
Continue on Moody Road
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Moody Road
54
Continue on Adirondack Trail
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Adirondack Trail
55
Continue on Wawbeek Avenue
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Wawbeek Avenue
56
Turn right onto Park Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Park Street
57
Turn left onto Mill Street
282 ft
·
13 sec
·
Mill Street
58
Turn right onto Lake Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Lake Street
59
Continue on Demars Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Demars Boulevard
60
Continue on Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
61
Continue on State Route 3
15 mi
·
20 min
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State Route 3
62
Turn right onto State Highway 56
31 mi
·
47 min
·
State Highway 56
63
Continue on Pierrepont Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Pierrepont Avenue
64
Continue on Park Street
446 ft
·
17 sec
·
Park Street
65
At the end of the road, turn right onto Elm Street
282 ft
·
10 sec
·
Elm Street
66
Arrive at your destination
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 171.5 miles from Astoria, NY, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.5 miles or 3h 45m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Potsdam, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Astoria, 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.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Astoria, NY
This is one driving day of about 343 miles and 7h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Astoria, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 171.5 mi from Astoria, NY · 3h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
172 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 171.5 miles from Astoria, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Potsdam, NY
The final approach into Potsdam, 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 Potsdam, 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
$55.84 one way
$111.68 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
120 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $60.51 | $121.02 |
| premium | $4.88 | $65.94 | $131.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $76.20 | $152.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
$0.00
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
$56
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$97–$122
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102.9 | 1 | $36.01 | $16.46 |
| Efficient EV | 85.8 | 0 | $30.01 | $13.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.2 | 1 | $48.02 | $21.95 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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
Potsdam, NY
Morning in Potsdam on Monday
Local time
8:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 31m 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 Astoria, NY to Potsdam, NY covers 343 miles and takes about 7h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Astoria Boulevard, 33rd Street, Astoria Boulevard North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 171.5 miles from Astoria, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $55.84 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 31m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Astoria, NY to Potsdam, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Astoria, NY to Potsdam, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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