This 138.2-mile drive from Endicott, NY, to Greece, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. You'll primarily travel on the New York State Thruway, State Highway 96, and Slaterville Road. With a fuel cost estimated at $23, this route is budget-friendly for a single day of travel. The journey offers a blend of highway and local road driving, making it an engaging option for those looking to experience more than just interstate cruising. Considering both regions are in the Northeast, expect a familiar landscape throughout your travels.
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
69.1 miles from Endicott, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 46m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 138.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this 138.2-mile journey. While 46% of the route involves highway driving, including a longest stretch of 23.3 miles on the New York State Thruway, the character shifts frequently. You'll encounter State Highway 96 and Slaterville Road, suggesting a more varied driving experience with more frequent adjustments. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; rather, it's a route where you'll be actively navigating as the roads change, offering a more engaging feel behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 54 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 23.3 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 91 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 138.2 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 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 32 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
91 mi into trip|~2h 21m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
115.1 mi into trip|~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward I 490: Rochester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 45
Toward I 490: Rochester
8
126.3 mi into trip|~3h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 590 South, NY 590 North
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 21
Toward I 590 South, NY 590 North
8
126.5 mi into trip|~3h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 590 North: Irondequoit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NY 590 North: Irondequoit
7
130.2 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Take the exit toward NY 104 West: Greece
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10A
Toward NY 104 West: Greece
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Endicott, NY to Greece, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Thruway along the way.
Thruway
90.5 mi in|~2h 20m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
23.3 mi
26m
State Highway 96
16.2 mi
23m
Slaterville Road
11.1 mi
16m
Eastern Expressway
10.8 mi
13m
NY 38
10.7 mi
15m
State Highway 89
10.1 mi
13m
Trumansburg Road
8.8 mi
13m
State Highway 38B
4.9 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 23.3 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Endicott, NY and Greece, NY.
1
Start on Park Street
225 ft·15 sec·Park Street
2
Turn left onto Jefferson Avenue
239 ft·10 sec·Jefferson Avenue
3
Turn right onto NY 17C; NY 26
0.8 mi·1 min·East Main Street
4
Turn right onto NY 26
0.7 mi·1 min·Nanticoke Avenue
5
Continue on NY 26
3.6 mi·6 min·Union Center-Maine Highway
6
Turn left onto NY 38B
0.3 mi·31 sec·State Highway 38B
7
Continue on NY 38B
2.8 mi·4 min·Route 38B
8
Continue on NY 38B
4.6 mi·8 min·State Highway 38B
9
At end of road, turn right onto NY 38
11 mi·15 min·NY 38
10
Turn left onto NY 79
4.7 mi·5 min·State Highway 79
11
Continue on NY 79
11 mi·16 min·Slaterville Road
12
Continue on NY 79
1.1 mi·2 min·East State Street
13
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 79
0.1 mi·19 sec·Seneca Way
14
Continue on NY 79
0.9 mi·2 min·East Seneca Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto Taughannock Boulevard
338 ft·15 sec·Taughannock Boulevard
16
Turn left onto NY 96
0.2 mi·21 sec·West Buffalo Street
17
Continue on NY 96
1.0 mi·2 min·Cliff Street
18
Continue on NY 96
8.7 mi·12 min·Trumansburg Road
19
Continue on NY 96
1.4 mi·2 min·East Main Street
20
Continue on NY 96
0.1 mi·11 sec·Trumansburg Road
21
Continue on NY 96
4.0 mi·5 min·State Highway 96
22
Turn right onto CR 141A
1.5 mi·2 min·Powell Road
23
Continue on CR 141
0.9 mi·1 min·County Road 141
24
Turn left onto NY 89
10 mi·13 min·State Highway 89
25
Turn left onto CR 128
2.4 mi·4 min·Ernsberger Road
26
At end of road, turn right onto NY 414
2.8 mi·4 min·Ovid Street
27
Turn left onto NY 336
1.8 mi·3 min·Townline Road
28
Turn right onto NY 96
6.2 mi·8 min·State Highway 96
29
Continue on NY 96
0.2 mi·36 sec·Fayette Street
30
Turn right onto NY 96
354 ft·16 sec·West River Street
31
Turn left onto NY 96
0.3 mi·27 sec·Washington Street
32
Continue on NY 96
0.9 mi·1 min·South Virginia Street
33
Turn left onto NY 96
0.2 mi·15 sec·North Road
34
Continue on NY 96
6.0 mi·8 min·State Highway 96
35
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 90: Lyons, Thruway
36
Merge onto NY 14
0.2 mi·19 sec·NY 14
Use the left lane.
37
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Use the left lane.
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·57 sec
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
39
Continue on this road
0.2 mi·29 sec·this road
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
40
Merge onto I 90
23 mi·26 min·New York State Thruway
41
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 45Toward I 490: RochesterUse the slight right lane.
42
Continue on I 490
11 mi·13 min·Eastern Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Take the exit
0.2 mi·13 sec
Exit 21Toward I 590 South, NY 590 NorthUse the slight right lane.
44
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward NY 590 North: IrondequoitUse the slight right lane.
45
Merge onto NY 590
3.5 mi·4 min·Outer Loop
Use the straight / right lanes.
46
Take the exit
0.5 mi·55 sec
Exit 10AToward NY 104 West: GreeceUse the slight right lane.
47
Merge onto NY 104
3.5 mi·4 min·Keeler Street Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Continue on NY 104
0.2 mi·12 sec·Veterans Memorial Bridge
49
Continue on NY 104
2.7 mi·3 min·West Ridge Road
50
Continue on NY 104
1.1 mi·1 min·West Ridge Road
51
Turn right
60 ft·8 sec
52
Turn left
54 ft·4 sec
53
Turn right
8 ft·0 sec
54
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a total duration of about 3 hours and 20 minutes, this 138.2-mile trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of your daylight and allow for flexibility. You'll encounter one stop along the way, which could be a good opportunity to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $23, and it's wise to fill up before you head out. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the 'turn-heavy local drive' sections, especially on State Highway 96 and Slaterville Road, as they require more attention than the Thruway.
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 69.1 miles from Endicott, NY, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.3 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 30 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.1 miles or 1h 46m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greece, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Endicott, 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 Endicott, NY
This is one driving day of about 138.2 miles and 3h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Endicott, 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 23.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.1 mi from Endicott, NY
· 1h 46m into the drive
The midpoint is around 69.1 miles from Endicott, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greece, NY
The final approach into Greece, 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 Greece, 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.
Women's Rights National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.75 one way
$45.50 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$24.60
$49.20
premium
$4.92
$26.79
$53.57
diesel
$5.61
$30.51
$61.03
Estimated Tolls: $1.16
New York State Thruway
(23.3 mi)$1.16
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
$23
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.5
0
$14.51
$6.63
Efficient EV
34.6
0
$12.09
$5.53
EV Truck/SUV
55.3
0
$19.35
$8.84
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Endicott, NY
Morning
in Endicott on Friday
Local time
11:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Greece, NY
Morning
in Greece on Friday
Local time
11:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
Fayette, NY
69 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 20m 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 Endicott, NY to Greece, NY covers 138.2 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, State Highway 96, Slaterville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.1 miles from Endicott, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.75 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 138.2 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 91 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Endicott, NY to Greece, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Thruway along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Women's Rights National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.