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Trip from Esopus, NY to Ellenville, NY

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

48m

Distance

37.2 mi

60 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 45m ★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
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.

town in New York

Esopus, NY

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village in Ulster County, New York, United States of America

Ellenville, NY

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Trip Overview

Spanning 37.2 miles, this drive from Esopus to Ellenville is a straightforward journey through New York’s Northeast region. You can expect to spend about 48 minutes on the road, making it an ideal candidate for a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, it is a very affordable route for those looking to traverse the local landscape. Because the trip is short and manageable, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Navigating this path requires a focus on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, so keep that in mind when calculating your travel time.

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

18.6 miles from Esopus, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will primarily navigate via Broadway, US 9W, and the Kingston-Port Ewen Suspension Bridge, which defines the initial feel of your departure. Since the path relies entirely on local infrastructure, you should stay alert for frequent turns throughout the 48-minute duration. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches here, so you will remain actively engaged with the steering wheel for the entirety of the 37.2-mile trip. This is a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local transit over high-speed velocity.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Broadway is one of the defining roads on this drive.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.

Route Complexity 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Esopus, NY to Ellenville, NY is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Esopus, NY to Ellenville, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Broadway
US 9W
Kingston-Port Ewen Suspension Bridge
Wurts Street
McEntee Street
Colonel Chandler Drive
Kingston Traffic Circle
State Route 28

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Broadway — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Esopus, NY and Ellenville, NY.

1

Start on Main Street

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Main Street
2

Merge slight left onto Broadway

5.7 mi · 8 min · Broadway
3

Turn left onto Old US 9W

0.4 mi · 26 sec · Old US 9W
4

Continue on Kingston-Port Ewen Suspension Bridge

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Kingston-Port Ewen Suspension Bridge
5

Continue on Wurts Street

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Wurts Street
6

At the end of the road, turn right onto McEntee Street

0.1 mi · 18 sec · McEntee Street
7

Continue on Broadway

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broadway
8

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Colonel Chandler Drive

89 ft · 1 sec · Colonel Chandler Drive
9

Exit the roundabout onto Colonel Chandler Drive

1.2 mi · 1 min · Colonel Chandler Drive
10

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Kingston Traffic Circle

151 ft · 2 sec · Kingston Traffic Circle
11

Exit the rotary onto State Route 28

0.5 mi · 54 sec · State Route 28
12

Take the exit straight

0.2 mi · 26 sec
13

Merge slight left onto Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway

8.4 mi · 9 min · Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway
14

Continue on Main Street

1.7 mi · 2 min · Main Street
15

Continue on United States Highway 209

16 mi · 19 min · United States Highway 209
16

Continue on North Main Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
17

Turn right onto Center Street

59 ft · 1 sec · Center Street
18

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 48-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to leave at virtually any time of day without needing to stress over rigid timing. With zero required stops, you can easily complete the entire 37.2-mile distance in one go, though you might consider a quick break if you prefer a more leisurely pace. Budgeting $6 for fuel is a safe estimate, but always check your levels before heading out to ensure you aren't caught off guard. Given the turn-heavy nature of these local roads, pay close attention to your GPS navigation, especially when transitioning between Broadway and US 9W. Flexibility is your biggest asset here, so feel free to adjust your departure to best suit your personal itinerary.

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 18.6 miles from Esopus, NY, or about 24m 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 37 miles or 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 18.6 miles or 24m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ellenville, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Esopus, NY.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Esopus, NY

This is one driving day of about 37.2 miles and 48m.

At 37.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18.6 mi from Esopus, NY · 24m into the drive

Downtown New Paltz, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Paltz, NY

19 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

Napanoch, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Paltz, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.6 miles from Esopus, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Ellenville, NY

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ellenville, 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

$6.12 one way

$12.25 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $6.62 $13.24
premium $4.92 $7.21 $14.42
diesel $5.61 $8.21 $16.43

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: 13 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 11.2 0 $3.91 $1.79
Efficient EV 9.3 0 $3.26 $1.49
EV Truck/SUV 14.9 0 $5.21 $2.38

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Esopus, NY

Evening in Esopus on Wednesday

Local time

7:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ellenville, NY

Evening in Ellenville on Wednesday

Local time

7:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

37°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 cooler 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 Esopus, NY to Ellenville, NY covers 37.2 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Broadway, US 9W, Kingston-Port Ewen Suspension Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.6 miles from Esopus, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.12 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.
The drive from Esopus, NY to Ellenville, NY is easy. At 48m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Esopus, NY to Ellenville, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Esopus, NY to Ellenville, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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