Origin
Astoria, NY
Late night in Astoria on Friday
Local time
1:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
59.3 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, NY
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Putnam Lake, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m 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 $9.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 59.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 25m drive with frequent turns across 59.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Astoria Boulevard | — | — |
| 33rd Street | — | — |
| Astoria Boulevard North | — | — |
| Hoyt Avenue North | — | — |
| I 278 East | — | — |
| New England Thruway | — | — |
| Hutchinson Parkway North | — | — |
| Hutchinson River Parkway North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Astoria Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Putnam Lake, NY.
1
Start on 12th Street
23 ft
·
4 sec
·
12th Street
2
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Astoria Boulevard
3
Turn left onto 33rd Street
207 ft
·
14 sec
·
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
9.5 mi
·
15 min
8
Continue on New England Thruway
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
New England Thruway
9
Take the exit slight right toward Hutchinson Parkway North
430 ft
·
15 sec
·
Hutchinson Parkway North
10
Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway North
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hutchinson River Parkway North
11
Merge slight left onto Hutchinson River Parkway
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 684 North: Brewster
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 684 North: Brewster
13
Merge slight right
26 mi
·
30 min
14
Continue straight
1.3 mi
·
1 min
15
Continue straight
3.0 mi
·
5 min
16
Turn right onto Doansburg Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Doansburg Road
17
Turn slight right
85 ft
·
5 sec
18
Turn right onto Fairfield Drive
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Fairfield Drive
19
Turn slight left onto Haviland Drive
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Haviland Drive
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Astoria, NY · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Astoria, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Putnam Lake, NY
The final approach into Putnam Lake, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.76 one way
$19.52 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.49 | $22.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.09 | $26.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Putnam Lake, NY
Late night in Putnam Lake on Friday
Local time
1:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
18 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
1h 25m 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 Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY covers 59.3 miles and takes about 1h 25m 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 29.6 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 $9.76 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.
The drive from Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY is easy. At 1h 25m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Astoria, NY to Putnam Lake, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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