Origin
Clintondale, NY
Evening in Clintondale on Wednesday
Local time
8:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clintondale, NY to New York City, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
81.8 mi
132 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 9m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
1h 59m
5 PM
2h 8m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clintondale, NY
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New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Clintondale to New York City is a straightforward 81.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. Given the manageable duration, this is an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of roads, primarily relying on the New York State Thruway, NJ 17, and the Plattekill Turnpike. Budgeting roughly $13 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Since both the origin and destination sit within the Northeast, you can expect familiar regional driving conditions throughout the trip. It is a practical, efficient route for those looking to reach the city without an overly taxing time behind the wheel.
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
40.9 miles from Clintondale, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, with highways accounting for 49% of your total travel time. You will experience a blend of faster highway speeds and slower local transit as you navigate toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 29-mile run on the New York State Thruway, which offers a brief period of steady cruising. As you transition between the Thruway, Plattekill Turnpike, and NJ 17, the pace of the drive shifts to accommodate changing traffic patterns. Expect the road to feel like a standard regional commute that balances open stretches with the inevitable transition into denser infrastructure.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 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 29 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 46.2 miles in near NY 17.
Route Complexity
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.8 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 46.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.4 miles (US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
46.2 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
47.6 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
6
77.4 mi into trip
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~1h 41m in
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US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hob...
8
77.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
6
79.1 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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I 78 / Holland Tunnel
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 / Holland Tunnel toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Clintondale, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken.
Jersey City
77.4 mi in
|
~1h 41m
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via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
77.4 mi in
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~1h 41m
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via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
77.5 mi in
|
~1h 42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 29 mi | 33m |
| NJ 17 | 22.7 mi | 29m |
| Plattekill Turnpike | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 32 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Vineyard Avenue | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Route 300 | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 29 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clintondale, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on Maple Avenue
14 ft
·
2 sec
·
Maple Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 44; NY 55
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Vineyard Avenue
3
Turn left onto NY 32
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 32
4
Continue on NY 32
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Plattekill Turnpike
5
Continue on NY 300
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 300
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on NY 300
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Union Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on this road
427 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 87 South: New York City
10
Merge onto I 87
29 mi
·
33 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 287; NJ 17
13
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi
·
29 min
·
NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
15
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
19
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
20
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
21
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
23
Take the exit
305 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
27
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Because this drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to avoid peak congestion. Since there are no designated stops included in the route data, it is wise to fuel up before you depart to keep your $13 travel budget on track. Keep in mind that the transition between major highways and local turnpikes can be abrupt, so stay alert for changing speed limits. If you are heading into the city, try to time your departure to miss heavy commuter traffic, as the 1 hour and 52-minute duration can fluctuate depending on local density. Focusing on smooth transitions between the New York State Thruway and NJ 17 will help you maintain a steady pace throughout the drive.
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 40.9 miles from Clintondale, NY, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29 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 18 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Clintondale, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clintondale, NY
This is one driving day of about 81.8 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Clintondale, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 29 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.9 mi from Clintondale, NY · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.9 miles from Clintondale, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.46 one way
$26.93 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $14.56 | $29.12 |
| premium | $4.92 | $15.85 | $31.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $17.77
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(29 mi)
$1.45
Plattekill Turnpike
(4.6 mi)
$0.32
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
$13
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.59 | $3.93 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.24 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Evening in New York City on Wednesday
Local time
8:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
SW 6 to 14 mph
9% chance
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
38 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 52m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clintondale, NY to New York City, NY covers 81.8 miles and takes about 1h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, NJ 17, Plattekill Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.9 miles from Clintondale, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.46 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.8 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 46.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 77.4 miles (US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Clintondale, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken.
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