Origin
Beekmantown, NY
Late night in Beekmantown on Saturday
Local time
4:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
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Trip from Beekmantown, NY to Albany, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
161.9 mi
261 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
★
6 AM
3h 16m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 22m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beekmantown, NY
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Trip Overview
Beekmantown, NY to Albany, NY is 161.9 miles and takes about 3 hours 15 minutes via Adirondack Northway, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New York, transitioning from the Northeast region to the same region. Expect a local drive with frequent turns, offering a good mix of highway and smaller road experiences. It’s a manageable one-day trip, perfect if you're looking for a straightforward journey between these two points without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.9 miles from Beekmantown, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Albany, NY
Full guide →Founded 1686
Albany is the capital of New York. Albany is an interesting showcase of several centuries' worth of architectural styles, including the modernistic Empire State Plaza.
Top landmarks
- • New York State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of New York
- • Fort Orange — fort in New Netherland (now Albany, New York)
- • Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — historic cathedral in Albany, New York, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 161.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route presents a turn-heavy local drive, with about 33% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter the Adirondack Northway for the longest continuous stretch of 148 miles, providing a chance for steady progress. However, the profile suggests you'll transition to local roads like Loudon Road and NY 22, which will require more attention to navigation and speed adjustments. The road character shifts from open highway to more involved local driving as you approach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Adirondack Northway is the longest continuous segment at about 148 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 152.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 161.9 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 152.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.6 miles (NY 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
152.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7-6
Toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Tro...
8
153.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady
8
153.6 mi into trip
|
~3h in
|
NY 7
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 7 toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady
9
153.9 mi into trip
|
~3h in
Keep slight left at fork toward NY 2, NY 9
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward NY 2, NY 9
4
154.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
|
Loudon Road
Enter roundabout onto Loudon Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Beekmantown, NY and Albany, NY, road signs point toward Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes and Schenectady.
Watervliet
152.8 mi in
|
~2h 58m
Troy
152.8 mi in
|
~2h 58m
Cohoes
152.8 mi in
|
~2h 58m
Schenectady
153.3 mi in
|
~2h 59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Northway | 148 mi | 2h 51m |
| Loudon Road | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| NY 22 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Henry Johnson Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Washington Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Troy Schenectady Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| NY 7 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Adirondack Northway
— 148 mi, about 2h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beekmantown, NY and Albany, NY.
1
Start on NY 22
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
NY 22
2
Turn left onto NY 22; NY 374
479 ft
·
12 sec
·
NY 22; NY 374
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
4
Merge onto I 87
148 mi
·
2 hr 51 min
·
Adirondack Northway
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 7-6
Toward NY 2, NY 7: Schenectady, Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Troy, Schenectady
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto NY 7
237 ft
·
3 sec
·
NY 7
8
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 7
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
NY 7
Exit 6
Toward NY 2, NY 7 West: Watervliet, Schenectady
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward NY 2, NY 9
Use the slight left lane.
10
Turn straight onto NY 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Troy Schenectady Road
11
Enter roundabout onto Loudon Road
20 ft
·
0 sec
·
Loudon Road
12
Continue on Loudon Road
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Loudon Road
13
Continue on US 9
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Henry Johnson Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto NY 5
508 ft
·
16 sec
·
Central Avenue
15
Turn slight left onto NY 5
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Avenue
16
Turn right
30 ft
·
2 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 15-minute duration, you can comfortably complete this drive in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow for flexibility and potential unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of daylight to play with, so don't feel rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before entering the longest 148-mile stretch on the Adirondack Northway, as services might be more spaced out there. Consider that the local road segments will require more active navigation, so ensure your GPS is set up before you start.
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 80.9 miles from Beekmantown, NY, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148 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 36 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.9 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beekmantown, 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 Beekmantown, NY
This is one driving day of about 161.9 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Beekmantown, 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 Adirondack Northway for about 148 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.9 mi from Beekmantown, NY · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.9 miles from Beekmantown, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148 miles.
Arriving in Albany, NY
The final approach into Albany, 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 Albany, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.65 one way
$53.30 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $28.82 | $57.63 |
| premium | $4.92 | $31.38 | $62.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.75 | $71.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.6 | 0 | $17.00 | $7.77 |
| Efficient EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.17 | $6.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.8 | 0 | $22.67 | $10.36 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Albany, NY
Late night in Albany on Saturday
Local time
4:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Bolton, NY
81 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
4 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
3h 15m 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 Beekmantown, NY to Albany, NY covers 161.9 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adirondack Northway, Loudon Road, NY 22. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.9 miles from Beekmantown, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.65 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 161.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 152.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.6 miles (NY 7): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Beekmantown, NY and Albany, NY, road signs point toward Watervliet, Troy, Cohoes and Schenectady.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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