Trip from Camillus, NY to Albany, NY

Drive Time

3h 7m

Distance

153.5 mi

247 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 56m ★

6 AM

3h 8m

8 AM

3h 31m

10 AM

3h 16m

12 PM

3h 13m

3 PM

3h 17m

5 PM

3h 30m

8 PM

3h 1m

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

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Camillus, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Connecting Camillus to Albany, this 153.5-mile journey is an efficient trek across New York’s Northeast region. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 7 minutes on the road, making it a straightforward day trip that rarely requires an overnight stay. Your travel budget should account for approximately $25 in fuel costs for the one-way transit. By utilizing a combination of the New York State Thruway, I-90, and NY 5, you get a balance of major arteries and local connections. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this route provides a reliable link between these two points without the need for complex multi-day 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

76.7 miles from Camillus, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by a distinct personality shift, as the route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive despite the inclusion of major highways. While about 9% of the trip involves highway travel, the experience is dominated by the longest stretch of 129.7 miles spent on the New York State Thruway. This creates a transition from faster-paced interstate cruising to more technical, maneuvering-intensive local segments. You will find that the road surface and pace change notably as you move off the primary thoroughfares and into more local environments. Staying focused is key, as the mix of high-speed stretches and tighter turns requires you to remain alert behind the wheel.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 129.7 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 0.2 miles in near Newport Road.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 153.5 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 0.2 miles (Newport Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.5 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

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

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Newport Road

Turn right onto Newport Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

15.4 mi into trip | ~24m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 90 East: Albany

145.5 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in | I 90

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 toward I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal

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

Use the slight left lane. Exit 24 Toward I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal

151.5 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Take the exit toward US 9: Loudonville, Arbor Hill

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 6 Toward US 9: Loudonville, Arbor Hill

151.8 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 South: Arbor Hill, Henry Johnson Boulevard

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 9 South: Arbor Hill, Henry Johnson Bo...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Camillus, NY to Albany, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Montreal along the way.

Montreal

145.5 mi in | ~2h 54m | via I 90

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
New York State Thruway	129.7 mi	2h 29m
I 90	6.1 mi	8m
NY 5	3.1 mi	3m
I 690	2.1 mi	2m
Factory Avenue	1.7 mi	2m
NY 298	1.3 mi	1m
Hiawatha Boulevard West	1.3 mi	2m
Wolf Street	1.2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 129.7 mi, about 2h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Camillus, NY and Albany, NY.

Start on Genesee Street

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Genesee Street

Turn right onto Newport Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Newport Road

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward NY 5 East

Merge onto NY 5

3.1 mi · 3 min · NY 5

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 37 sec

Toward NY 695 North

Continue on NY 695

1.0 mi · 1 min · NY 695

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 56 sec

Toward I 690 East

Merge onto I 690

2.1 mi · 2 min · I 690

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Toward Hiawatha Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto Hiawatha Boulevard West

1.3 mi · 2 min · Hiawatha Boulevard West

Use the left / right lanes.

Turn right onto NY 370

500 ft · 17 sec · Park Street

Turn left onto US 11

1.2 mi · 2 min · Wolf Street

Continue on US 11

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Brewerton Road

Turn right onto Factory Avenue

1.7 mi · 2 min · Factory Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto Town Line Road

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Town Line Road

Use the right lane.

Enter roundabout onto NY 298

0.2 mi · 18 sec · NY 298

Continue on NY 298

1.1 mi · 1 min · NY 298

Enter roundabout

0.2 mi · 14 sec

Toward I 90

Continue

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward I 90

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec

Toward I 90 East: Albany Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 90

130 mi · 2 hr 29 min · New York State Thruway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

1.2 mi · 1 min · I 90

Exit 24 Toward I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

4.9 mi · 6 min · I 90

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 28 sec

Exit 6 Toward US 9: Loudonville, Arbor Hill Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec

Toward US 9 South: Arbor Hill, Henry Johnson Boulevard Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto US 9

0.3 mi · 22 sec · US 9

Continue on US 9

0.5 mi · 1 min · Henry Johnson Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto NY 5

508 ft · 16 sec · Central Avenue

Turn slight left onto NY 5

0.5 mi · 1 min · Washington Avenue

Turn right

30 ft · 2 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, though avoiding peak traffic hours near Albany is always a smart move. With only one recommended stop needed to complete the trip comfortably, you can easily manage your energy levels without a rigid itinerary. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 129.7-mile stint on the Thruway, as service areas are your best bet for a quick refill or a break. Because the final portion of the drive involves turn-heavy local roads, make sure you are well-rested before exiting the highway to handle the more demanding steering requirements. Planning for a single, well-timed break will make the three-hour journey feel much shorter.

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 76.7 miles from Camillus, NY, or about 1h 35m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.7 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 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 76.7 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 31m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Camillus, 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 Camillus, NY

This is one driving day of about 153.5 miles and 3h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camillus, 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 New York State Thruway for about 129.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 76.7 mi from Camillus, NY · 1h 35m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Schenectady, NY

77 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

Schenectady, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Schenectady, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.7 miles from Camillus, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 129.7 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

$24.99 one way

$49.98 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$27.08	$54.16
premium	$4.88	$29.51	$59.02
diesel	$5.64	$34.10	$68.20

Estimated Tolls: $6.49

New York State Thruway (129.7 mi) $6.49

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

$25

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	46.1	$16.12	$7.37
Efficient EV	38.4	$13.43	$6.14
EV Truck/SUV	61.4	$21.49	$9.82

Gas CO2

54 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Camillus, NY

Afternoon in Camillus on Sunday

Local time

4:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albany, NY

Afternoon in Albany on Sunday

Local time

4:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

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

21 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 7m 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 Camillus, NY to Albany, NY covers 153.5 miles and takes about 3h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are New York State Thruway, I 90, NY 5. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 76.7 miles from Camillus, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.99 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.

On the drive from Camillus, NY to Albany, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Montreal along the way.

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Trip from Camillus, NY to Albany, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

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 Albany, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Camillus, NY

Albany, NY

Same local time

21 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 7m on the road

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