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Trip from Clarence Center, NY to New York City, NY

Drive Time

7h 46m

Distance

363.3 mi

585 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
7h 37m ★
6 AM
7h 46m
8 AM
8h 5m
10 AM
7h 53m
12 PM
7h 51m
3 PM
7h 54m
5 PM
8h 4m
8 PM
7h 41m

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

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Downtown Clarence Center, NY, NY

Clarence Center, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Downtown New York City, NY, NY

New York City, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Clarence Center to New York City covers 363.3 miles and typically takes about 7 hours and 46 minutes of drive time. While you can technically complete this journey in a single day, it is a significant commitment that requires careful pacing. You will navigate via I-81, the New York State Thruway, and the Keystone Shortway to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $57 for fuel will cover your gas expenses for the trip. Since both your start and end points are within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the outskirts of western New York toward the dense urban environment of the city. Plan for at least two stops along the way to keep yourself refreshed behind the wheel.

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

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

181.7 miles from Clarence Center, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 57m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a varied experience on this route, which is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate sprint. Only 45% of your total mileage is spent on major highways, meaning you will spend a good portion of your time navigating secondary roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-81, spanning 98.8 miles, which serves as a brief reprieve from the more technical sections of the drive. As you progress toward the city, the road demands more active attention due to its local nature. You should be prepared for a balance of open highway cruising and more nuanced, turn-intensive navigation throughout the day.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 52 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.8 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 15.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 36 significant decision points across 363.3 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 15.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 36 key points

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

8
15.1 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
8
96.1 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in

Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

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 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
7
193 mi into trip | ~4h 11m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
246.4 mi into trip | ~5h 14m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
358.7 mi into trip | ~7h 34m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

Towns Along This Route

Between Clarence Center, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.

Clyde

96.1 mi in | ~1h 58m

Mt Pocono

246.4 mi in | ~5h 14m | via US 6

Milford

247.1 mi in | ~5h 15m | via I 84; I 380

Newark

338.8 mi in | ~7h 6m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 98.8 mi 1h 57m
New York State Thruway 80.7 mi 1h 33m
Keystone Shortway 63.3 mi 1h 19m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Essex Freeway 15.8 mi 20m
East Lake Road 9.9 mi 14m
State Highway 41 9.8 mi 13m
Clark Street Road 9.6 mi 11m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clarence Center, NY and New York City, NY.

1

Start on Clarence Center Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · Clarence Center Road
2

Turn right onto Strickler Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Strickler Road
3

Turn left onto Main Street

3.0 mi · 4 min · Main Street
4

Continue on Main Road

7.6 mi · 10 min · Main Road
5

Turn left onto Alleghany Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Alleghany Road
6

Take the exit left

367 ft · 9 sec
7

Continue straight

0.1 mi · 15 sec
8

Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East: Albany

0.2 mi · 30 sec · I 90 East: Albany
9

Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway

81 mi · 1 hr 33 min · New York State Thruway
10

Take the exit slight right toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

0.5 mi · 59 sec · NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
11

Keep slight right

328 ft · 8 sec
12

Continue on State Route 414

0.3 mi · 35 sec · State Route 414
13

Turn left

4.1 mi · 7 min
14

At the end of the road, turn left onto Auburn Road

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
15

Continue on Clark Street Road

9.6 mi · 11 min · Clark Street Road
16

Turn right onto State Street

226 ft · 12 sec · State Street
17

Turn left onto Dill Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Dill Street
18

Continue on Loop Road

459 ft · 17 sec · Loop Road
19

Turn left onto Genesee Street

5.5 mi · 9 min · Genesee Street
20

Continue on West Genesee Street Road

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road
21

Turn right onto East Lake Street

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street
22

Continue on East Lake Road

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road
23

Continue on State Route 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
24

Continue on East Lake Road

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road
25

Continue on State Highway 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41
26

Turn right onto North West Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street
27

Take the ramp left

0.7 mi · 1 min
28

Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Binghamton

0.3 mi · 34 sec · I 81 South: Binghamton
29

Merge slight left

45 mi · 54 min
30

Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81 South: Scranton
31

Keep slight right to continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
32

Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
33

Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono

24 mi · 25 min · I 380 South: Mount Pocono
34

Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 80 East: Stroudsburg
35

Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway

63 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Keystone Shortway
36

Take the exit slight left toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark

0.7 mi · 50 sec · I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
37

Continue on Essex Freeway

16 mi · 20 min · Essex Freeway
38

Take the exit slight right toward CR 508 East: Jersey City

0.6 mi · 1 min · CR 508 East: Jersey City
39

Merge slight left onto Newark-Jersey City Turnpike

2.0 mi · 3 min · Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
40

Continue on New Wittpenn Bridge

0.5 mi · 44 sec · New Wittpenn Bridge
41

Take the exit slight right toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

0.2 mi · 28 sec · NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
42

Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

0.4 mi · 48 sec · Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
43

Turn straight

0.3 mi · 35 sec
44

Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
45

Continue on 12th Street Viaduct

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
46

Continue on 12th Street

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street
47

Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel

2.0 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel
48

Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn

305 ft · 10 sec · Brooklyn
49

Continue on Beach Street

121 ft · 7 sec · Beach Street
50

Turn slight right onto Walker Street

0.2 mi · 1 min · Walker Street
51

Turn right onto Broadway

0.4 mi · 1 min · Broadway
52

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 7-hour and 46-minute journey, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest traffic near your destination. Since you have two planned stops, prioritize resting during the longer segments to stay alert for the more technical, turn-heavy portions of the drive. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $57 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and idling time in traffic. A key tip for this specific route is to treat the 98.8-mile stretch on I-81 as your primary opportunity for steady driving, as the remaining distance will require more frequent gear shifts and navigation changes. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't hesitate to extend your stops if you encounter unexpected local traffic.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 181.7 miles from Clarence Center, NY, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 181.7 miles or 3h 57m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 22m

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 Clarence Center, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Clarence Center, NY

This is one driving day of about 363.3 miles and 7h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarence Center, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 181.7 mi from Clarence Center, NY · 3h 57m into the drive

Downtown Cortland, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cortland, NY

182 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.

Popular next leg

Cortland, NY to New York City, NY

215 mi · 4h 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Manchester, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Cortland, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 181.7 miles from Clarence Center, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

0 mi from route Free near mile 363.3
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 363.3
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 363.3
View on nps.gov
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

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 near mile 112.8
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 363.3
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 363.3
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$59.14 one way

$118.29 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 127 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $64.09 $128.18
premium $4.88 $69.84 $139.68
diesel $5.64 $80.71 $161.43

Estimated Tolls: $32.00

Holland Tunnel $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel $16.00
New York State Thruway $0.00

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

$59

Tolls

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$116–$141

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 127.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 109 1 $38.15 $17.44
Efficient EV 90.8 1 $31.79 $14.53
EV Truck/SUV 145.3 1 $50.86 $23.25

Gas CO2

127 kg

EV CO2

43 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 5 hours ago

Origin

Clarence Center, NY

Morning in Clarence Center on Monday

Local time

8:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New York City, NY

Morning in New York City on Monday

Local time

8:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 12 mph 4% 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

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

2 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

7h 46m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Clarence Center, NY to New York City, NY covers 363.3 miles and takes about 7h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, New York State Thruway, Keystone Shortway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 181.7 miles from Clarence Center, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $59.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 36 significant decision points across 363.3 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 15.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 96.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Clarence Center, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.

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