Trip from Auburn, NY to Ramapo, NY

Drive Time

4h 55m

Distance

228 mi

367 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

27 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 42m ★

6 AM

4h 55m

8 AM

5h 22m

10 AM

5h 4m

12 PM

5h 2m

3 PM

5h 6m

5 PM

5h 21m

8 PM

4h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Auburn, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Ramapo, NY

Beth Fitzpatrick

Trip Overview

Connecting Auburn to Ramapo, this 228-mile journey takes you across the Northeast, typically requiring about 4 hours and 55 minutes behind the wheel. Because this trip is highway-focused, you can comfortably complete the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $37 on fuel, making it a manageable trip for a weekend getaway or a direct commute. By utilizing a combination of I-86, I-81, and the New York State Thruway, you gain a reliable path through the state. Whether you are heading south for business or leisure, this route provides a straightforward connection between two distinct points in New York.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

114 miles from Auburn, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by high-speed transit, as 84% of your travel occurs on major highways. The road maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to settle into a rhythm once you merge onto the primary interstates. A significant portion of your time—specifically 130.4 miles—is spent on the longest uninterrupted stretch along I-86, which dominates the middle of your journey. While the transition between I-81 and the New York State Thruway keeps you alert, the drive remains a classic highway-focused experience. You will find that the road is designed for efficiency rather than technical maneuvering, letting you cover the distance with relative ease.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 86 is the longest continuous segment at about 130.4 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,744 ft 321 ft

Total Climb

2,761 ft

Total Descent

3,128 ft

Highest Point

1,744 ft

~157.7 mi in

Elevation Range

1,424 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 86 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 228 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 34 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 80.3 miles (I 86; NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 210.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

34 mi into trip | ~54m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

80.3 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in | I 86; NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17 toward New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward New York

210.7 mi into trip | ~4h 30m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

211.4 mi into trip | ~4h 31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 Toll South: New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City

225.4 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Take the exit toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern

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 15A Toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern

Towns Along This Route

Between Auburn, NY and Ramapo, NY, road signs point toward New York, Nyst: Albany and New York City.

New York

80.3 mi in | ~1h 50m | via I 86; NY 17

Nyst: Albany

210.7 mi in | ~4h 30m

New York City

210.7 mi in | ~4h 30m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 86	130.4 mi	2h 40m
I 81	45.4 mi	54m
New York State Thruway	13.1 mi	15m
East Lake Road	9.9 mi	14m
State Highway 41	9.8 mi	13m
Genesee Street	5.5 mi	9m
State Route 41	4.8 mi	7m
West Genesee Street Road	2.2 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 86 — 130.4 mi, about 2h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, NY and Ramapo, NY.

Start on South Street

20 ft · 3 sec · South Street

Turn right onto Genesee Street

5.5 mi · 9 min · Genesee Street

Continue on West Genesee Street Road

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road

Turn right onto East Lake Street

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street

Continue on East Lake Road

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road

Continue on State Route 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41

Continue on East Lake Road

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road

Continue on State Highway 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41

Turn right onto North West Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street

Take the ramp left

0.7 mi · 1 min

Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Binghamton

0.3 mi · 34 sec · I 81 South: Binghamton

Merge slight left

45 mi · 54 min

Keep slight left to continue on New York

130 mi · 2 hr 40 min · New York

Keep slight left to continue on I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

0.7 mi · 1 min · I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

Keep slight right to continue on I 87 Toll South: New York City

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 87 Toll South: New York City

Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway

13 mi · 15 min · New York State Thruway

Take the exit slight right toward NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern

0.2 mi · 36 sec · NY 17 North, NY 59: Sloatsburg, Suffern

Turn right onto Old Route 17

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Old Route 17

Turn right onto Orange Turnpike

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Orange Turnpike

Turn left onto Torne Valley Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Torne Valley Road

Turn left onto Torne Brook Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Torne Brook Road

Turn right onto Lake Street

154 ft · 7 sec · Lake Street

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 55-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route relies heavily on major interstates, keep an eye on traffic patterns near the New York State Thruway, as congestion can fluctuate throughout the day. Budgeting around $37 for gas is a solid baseline, but consider topping off your tank before hitting the longest 130.4-mile stretch to avoid any mid-trip fuel anxiety. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to beat the heavier traffic, giving you more flexibility upon your arrival in Ramapo. Because this is a one-day trip, pack your favorite audiobooks or playlists to stay engaged during the longer highway segments.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 114 miles from Auburn, NY, or about 2h 31m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 130.4 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 80 miles or 1h 49m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 114 miles or 2h 31m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 1m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ramapo, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Auburn, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Auburn, NY

This is one driving day of about 228 miles and 4h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburn, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 86 for about 130.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 114 mi from Auburn, NY · 2h 31m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Schenectady, NY

114 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

Syracuse, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Syracuse, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 114 miles from Auburn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 130.4 miles.

Arriving in Ramapo, NY

The final approach into Ramapo, 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 Ramapo, NY.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Women's Rights National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free near mile 228

View on nps.gov

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free near mile 228

View on nps.gov

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

29 mi from route ~74 min detour Free near mile 228

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.12 one way

$74.23 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 80 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$40.22	$80.45
premium	$4.88	$43.83	$87.66
diesel	$5.64	$50.65	$101.31

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 79.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

27 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Oakdale Commons Shopping Mall - Tesla Supercharger

Johnson City, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Five Mile Point Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Kirkwood, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Thompson Square Mall - Tesla Supercharger

Monticello, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Holiday Inn - Auburn

Auburn, NY

CHARGESMART_EV

8 DCFC

Starbucks - Tesla Supercharger

Cortland, NY

Tesla

8 DCFC

Arby's - Tesla Supercharger

Whitney Point, NY

Tesla

8 DCFC

The Spot Restaurant - Tesla Supercharger

Binghamton, NY

Tesla

8 DCFC

Courtyard by Marriott Binghamton

Vestal, NY

EVGATEWAY

8 DCFC

Tesla: 8 ChargePoint Network: 7 Electrify America: 5 CHARGESMART_EV: 2 EV Connect: 2 VIALYNK: 1 Non-Networked: 1 EVGATEWAY: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	68.4	0	$23.94	$10.94
Efficient EV	57	0	$19.95	$9.12
EV Truck/SUV	91.2	1	$31.92	$14.59

Gas CO2

80 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 day ago

Origin

Auburn, NY

Late night in Auburn on Monday

Local time

4:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ramapo, NY

Late night in Ramapo on Monday

Local time

4:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

36°F

Clear then Areas Of Frost

NW 1 to 8 mph 0% chance 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

19 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

4h 55m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Auburn, NY to Ramapo, NY covers 228 miles and takes about 4h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 86, I 81, New York State Thruway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 114 miles from Auburn, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Auburn, NY and Ramapo, NY, road signs point toward New York, Nyst: Albany and New York City.

Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 321 ft to 1,744 ft elevation with about 2,761 ft of total climbing.

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Trip from Auburn, NY to Ramapo, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Ramapo, NY

National Parks Near This Route

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Women's Rights National Historical Park

General Grant National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Stonewall National Monument

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Auburn, NY

Ramapo, NY

Same local time

19 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 55m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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