Origin
Ellenville, NY
Evening in Ellenville on Wednesday
Local time
7:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ellenville, NY to Esopus, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ellenville, NY
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Esopus, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Ellenville to Esopus is a straightforward 36.9-mile journey that typically takes about 48 minutes to complete. Because of the quick transit time, this route is perfectly suited for a simple one-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the duration of the drive. The route transitions you across the Northeast, moving between two points in New York state. It is a highly practical drive if you are looking for an efficient way to navigate the region without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.5 miles from Ellenville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This mixed-drive route offers a varied experience behind the wheel, as it is composed of 44% highway driving. You will navigate via United States Highway 209, Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway, and Broadway to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip spans 15.6 miles while traveling along United States Highway 209. Expect the road character to fluctuate as you transition between these different roadway types, providing a change in pace that keeps the drive engaging. It balances faster highway segments with local road segments to complete the total distance.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
United States Highway 209 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
381 ft
129 ft
Total Climb
309 ft
Total Descent
520 ft
Highest Point
381 ft
~15.8 mi in
Elevation Range
252 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 209 / South Main Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 36.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (US 209 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.2 miles (I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.5 miles (I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 209 / South Main Street
Turn left onto US 209 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
27.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive
Enter roundabout onto I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
28.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive
Keep slight right at fork onto I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
28.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
NY 32 / Broadway
Enter roundabout onto NY 32 / Broadway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
31 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
US 9W / Broadway
Turn right onto US 9W / Broadway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Highway 209 | 15.6 mi | 19m |
| Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| Broadway | 7.2 mi | 11m |
| Main Street | 2 mi | 2m |
| Colonel Chandler Drive | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| State Route 28 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Wurts Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
United States Highway 209
— 15.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellenville, NY and Esopus, NY.
1
Start on NY 52
57 ft
·
8 sec
·
Center Street
2
Turn left onto US 209
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on US 209
16 mi
·
19 min
·
United States Highway 209
4
Continue on US 209
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on US 209
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
7
Merge onto NY 28
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
State Route 28
8
Enter roundabout onto I 587; NY 28
198 ft
·
2 sec
·
Colonel Chandler Drive
9
Continue on I 587; NY 28
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Colonel Chandler Drive
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 587; NY 28
234 ft
·
9 sec
·
Colonel Chandler Drive
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout onto NY 32
40 ft
·
0 sec
·
Broadway
12
Continue on NY 32
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn straight onto McEntee Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
McEntee Street
14
Turn left onto Wurts Street
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Wurts Street
15
Continue on Kingston-Port Ewen Suspension Bridge
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Kingston-Port Ewen Suspension Bridge
16
Continue on Old US 9W
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Old US 9W
17
Turn right onto US 9W
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Broadway
18
Turn slight left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Main Street
19
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under an hour, you have significant flexibility when planning your departure. You won't need to worry about scheduling formal stops, as the trip is short enough to complete in a single stretch. It is wise to keep your $6 fuel budget in mind, as local prices can occasionally fluctuate. Because the route relies on a mix of highways and local roads, stay attentive to changing speed limits as you move from the longer stretches onto Broadway. Taking advantage of the short duration allows you to easily fit this drive into a busier daily schedule.
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 18.5 miles from Ellenville, NY, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.6 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 36.9 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.5 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Esopus, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Ellenville, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ellenville, NY
This is one driving day of about 36.9 miles and 48m.
At 36.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on United States Highway 209 for about 15.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.5 mi from Ellenville, NY · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Ellenville, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Esopus, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Esopus, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.15 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $6.57 | $13.14 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.15 | $14.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Esopus, NY
Evening in Esopus on Wednesday
Local time
7:16 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
48m 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 Ellenville, NY to Esopus, NY covers 36.9 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are United States Highway 209, Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway, Broadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from Ellenville, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.07 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 36.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (US 209 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.2 miles (I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.5 miles (I 587; NY 28 / Colonel Chandler Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ellenville, NY to Esopus, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 129 ft to 381 ft elevation with about 309 ft of total climbing.
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