Origin
Blue Ridge, NY
Night in Blue Ridge on Wednesday
Local time
10:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blue Ridge, NY to Willsboro, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
42.2 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blue Ridge, NY
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Willsboro, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Blue Ridge, NY to Willsboro, NY covers 42.2 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Adirondack Northway, State Highway 22, Essex Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22.4 miles on Adirondack Northway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.1 miles from Blue Ridge, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 2m drive with frequent turns across 42.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 22.4 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 25.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.6 miles (NY 9N / State Highway 9N): Navigation decision point; at 25.7 miles (CR 59 / Youngs Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
25.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward NY 9N: Elizabethtown, Westport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 31
Toward NY 9N: Elizabethtown, Westport
4
25.6 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
NY 9N / State Highway 9N
Turn right onto NY 9N / State Highway 9N
Navigation decision point
4
25.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
CR 59 / Youngs Road
Turn left onto CR 59 / Youngs Road
Navigation decision point
4
37.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
NY 22 / Essex Road
At end of road, turn left onto NY 22 / Essex Road
Navigation decision point
4
42.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
Sunset Drive
Turn right onto Sunset Drive
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Blue Ridge, NY to Willsboro, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Westport along the way.
Westport
25.3 mi in
|
~30m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Northway | 22.4 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 22 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Essex Road | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Station Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Blue Ridge Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Youngs Road | 2.6 mi | 9m |
| Station Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Elizabethtown-Wadhams Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Adirondack Northway
— 22.4 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Ridge, NY and Willsboro, NY.
1
Start on CR 84
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Blue Ridge Road
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
3
Merge onto I 87
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Adirondack Northway
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 31
Toward NY 9N: Elizabethtown, Westport
5
Turn right onto NY 9N
441 ft
·
13 sec
·
State Highway 9N
6
Turn left onto CR 59
2.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Youngs Road
7
Turn right onto CR 8
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Elizabethtown-Wadhams Road
8
Continue on NY 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 22
9
Continue on NY 22
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Station Road
10
Continue on NY 22
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Station Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto NY 22
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Essex Road
12
Turn left onto County Road 22M
229 ft
·
11 sec
·
County Road 22M
13
Turn right onto Sunset Drive
179 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sunset Drive
14
Arrive at destination
Sunset Drive
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 21.1 miles from Blue Ridge, NY, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.4 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 42 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.1 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willsboro, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Blue Ridge, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blue Ridge, NY
This is one driving day of about 42.2 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Blue Ridge, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Adirondack Northway for about 22.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.1 mi from Blue Ridge, NY · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from Blue Ridge, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Willsboro, NY
The final approach into Willsboro, 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
$6.95 one way
$13.89 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.51 | $15.02 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Willsboro, NY
Night in Willsboro on Wednesday
Local time
10:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
36°F
Elizabethtown, NY
21 mi in
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
1h 2m 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 Blue Ridge, NY to Willsboro, NY covers 42.2 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adirondack Northway, State Highway 22, Essex Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.1 miles from Blue Ridge, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.95 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 2m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 25.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.6 miles (NY 9N / State Highway 9N): Navigation decision point; at 25.7 miles (CR 59 / Youngs Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Blue Ridge, NY to Willsboro, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Westport along the way.
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