Origin
De Peyster, NY
Afternoon in De Peyster on Saturday
Local time
1:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
26°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from De Peyster, NY to New York City, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 21m
Distance
367.8 mi
592 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 9m
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6 AM
6h 22m
8 AM
6h 47m
10 AM
6h 30m
12 PM
6h 28m
3 PM
6h 32m
5 PM
6h 45m
8 PM
6h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
De Peyster, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from De Peyster, NY to New York City, NY covers 367.8 miles and takes about 6h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Highway 10, Highway 45, Highway 17 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
183.9 miles from De Peyster, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highway 10 | — | — |
| Highway 45 | — | — |
| Highway 17 | — | — |
| Dekalb-de Peyster Road | — | — |
| County Road 17 | — | — |
| Highway 812 | — | — |
| William Street | — | — |
| Highway 58 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Highway 10
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Peyster, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on Plimpton Road
26 ft
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2 sec
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Plimpton Road
2
Turn right onto County Highway 10
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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County Highway 10
3
Turn left onto County Highway 45
1.9 mi
·
4 min
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County Highway 45
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto County Highway 17
1.0 mi
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2 min
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County Highway 17
5
Continue on Dekalb-de Peyster Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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Dekalb-de Peyster Road
6
Continue on County Road 17
3.3 mi
·
8 min
·
County Road 17
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 812
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 812
8
At the end of the road, turn right
11 mi
·
13 min
9
Turn left onto William Street
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
·
William Street
10
Continue on State Highway 58
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 58
11
Turn right onto Balmat-Fowler Road
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Balmat-Fowler Road
12
Continue on State Highway 812
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 812
13
At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 812
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 812
14
Continue on State Street
0.4 mi
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59 sec
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State Street
15
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
16
Continue on State Route 3
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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State Route 3
17
Turn left onto Indian River Road
5.7 mi
·
6 min
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Indian River Road
18
Continue on Indian River Road
10 mi
·
12 min
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Indian River Road
19
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
20
Continue on State Highway 812
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 812
21
Turn left onto East State Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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East State Street
22
Continue on Ross Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Ross Road
23
Turn left onto Bea Luck Road
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Bea Luck Road
24
Continue on State Highway 12
0.8 mi
·
52 sec
·
State Highway 12
25
Continue on Erwin Parkway
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Erwin Parkway
26
Continue on State Highway 12
22 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 12
27
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
28
Merge slight left onto State Route 49
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
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State Route 49
29
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
30
Take the exit slight right toward Genesee Street South
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Genesee Street South
31
Keep slight left to continue on I 90
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
32
Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 90 East
33
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
84 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
New York State Thruway
34
Keep slight right to continue on New York State Thruway
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
New York State Thruway
35
Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
36
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
37
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
23 mi
·
29 min
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NJ 17 South: Mahwah
38
Take the exit straight toward NJ 3 East: New York
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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NJ 3 East: New York
39
Merge slight left
4.2 mi
·
4 min
40
Continue on Tonnelle Avenue
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
41
Keep slight left to continue on Tonnelle Avenue
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Tonnelle Avenue
42
Take the exit left toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
43
Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
44
Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
45
Continue on 12th Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
46
Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
47
Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn
305 ft
·
10 sec
·
Brooklyn
48
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beach Street
49
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Street
50
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
51
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 183.9 miles from De Peyster, NY, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
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 81 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.9 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 19m
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 De Peyster, 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 De Peyster, NY
This is one driving day of about 367.8 miles and 6h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from De Peyster, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 183.9 miles from De Peyster, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$60.54 one way
$121.08 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
129 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $65.47 | $130.93 |
| premium | $4.92 | $71.29 | $142.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $81.21 | $162.41 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Holland 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
$61
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$102–$127
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.3 | 1 | $38.62 | $17.65 |
| Efficient EV | 92 | 1 | $32.18 | $14.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147.1 | 1 | $51.49 | $23.54 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% 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.
Destination
New York City, NY
Afternoon in New York City on Saturday
Local time
1:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
24 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
6h 21m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
367.8 mi in 6h 21m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
51 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Highway 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 21m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from De Peyster, NY to New York City, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Arriving in New York City, NY
Full guide →“The City That Never Sleeps” · Founded 1624
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation. From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
- • Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
- • National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
- • Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
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 6h 21m. Total distance: 367.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 21m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Holland Tunnel. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This is a long drive, so arriving tired and in the dark compounds. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at New York City, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from De Peyster, NY to New York City, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at New York City, NY before the return drive.
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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