Origin
Barton, NY
Morning in Barton on Monday
Local time
9:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Barton, NY to New York City, NY
Drive Time
4h 24m
Distance
209.5 mi
337 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 11m
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6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 51m
10 AM
4h 34m
12 PM
4h 31m
3 PM
4h 35m
5 PM
4h 50m
8 PM
4h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Barton, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Barton to New York City covers 209.5 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 24 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively straightforward journey within the Northeast, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Southern Tier Expressway, I-81, and the Keystone Shortway to reach your destination. Budgeting roughly $33 for fuel should keep you covered for the entire distance. This route is designed for efficiency, prioritizing major thoroughfares to get you from the Southern Tier into the heart of the city as directly as possible.
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
104.8 miles from Barton, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This highway-focused trek is defined by its high-speed efficiency, with 66% of the journey spent on major interstates. You can expect a consistent pace throughout the trip, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 63.3 miles along the Keystone Shortway. The experience is less about winding backroads and more about maintaining steady momentum as you transition from the quieter stretches of upstate New York toward the urban density of the city. While the drive is straightforward, the character of the road shifts significantly as the open stretches eventually give way to the busier infrastructure approaching the metropolitan area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Oak Hill Road South is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,899 ft
668 ft
Total Climb
1,437 ft
Total Descent
1,614 ft
Highest Point
1,899 ft
~113.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,231 ft
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
This is a straightforward 4h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Barton, NY to New York City, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill Road South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 17C | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 282 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West River Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Southern Tier Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 81 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 84 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Oak Hill Road South
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barton, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on Blanket Street
151 ft
·
13 sec
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Blanket Street
2
Turn left onto Oak Hill Road South
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Oak Hill Road South
3
Turn sharp right onto State Highway 17C
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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State Highway 17C
4
Turn right onto State Highway 282
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 282
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto West River Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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West River Road
6
Take the ramp left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
7
Merge slight left onto Southern Tier Expressway
34 mi
·
41 min
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Southern Tier Expressway
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81 South: Scranton
9
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
10
Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380 South: Mount Pocono
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 80 East: Stroudsburg
13
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
63 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
Keystone Shortway
14
Take the exit slight left toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
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I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
15
Continue on Essex Freeway
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Essex Freeway
16
Take the exit slight right toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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CR 508 East: Jersey City
17
Merge slight left onto Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
18
Continue on New Wittpenn Bridge
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
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New Wittpenn Bridge
19
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
20
Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
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Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
21
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
22
Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
23
Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
24
Continue on 12th Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
25
Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
26
Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn
305 ft
·
10 sec
·
Brooklyn
27
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beach Street
28
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Street
29
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a one-day trip, your best bet is to plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 4.5-hour duration. Because your total fuel cost is estimated at $33, filling up before you leave Barton will likely carry you through most of the trip, but keep an eye on your gauge as you navigate the heavier traffic corridors. Aim to depart early to avoid the peak congestion that often accompanies the final approach into New York City. Flexibility is your greatest asset on this route, so use your single planned stop to stretch your legs and reset before tackling the final stretch of highway driving.
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 104.8 miles from Barton, NY, or about 2h 12m 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 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.8 miles or 2h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barton, 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.
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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 Barton, NY
This is one driving day of about 209.5 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Barton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 104.8 mi from Barton, NY · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 104.8 miles from Barton, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York City, NY
The final approach into New York City, 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 New York City, 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
$34.11 one way
$68.21 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $36.96 | $73.92 |
| premium | $4.88 | $40.28 | $80.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.54 | $93.09 |
Estimated Tolls: $32.00
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
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
$34
Tolls
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.8 | 0 | $22.00 | $10.06 |
| Efficient EV | 52.4 | 0 | $18.33 | $8.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.8 | 1 | $29.33 | $13.41 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
New York City, NY
Morning in New York City on Monday
Local time
9:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 to 14 mph
7% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
105 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
7 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 24m 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 Barton, NY to New York City, NY covers 209.5 miles and takes about 4h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Oak Hill Road South, Highway 17C, Highway 282. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.8 miles from Barton, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.11 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.
This is a straightforward 4h 24m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Barton, NY to New York City, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Barton, NY to New York City, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 668 ft to 1,899 ft elevation with about 1,437 ft of total climbing.
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