Origin
Groton, NY
Morning in Groton on Wednesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Groton, NY to New York City, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h
Distance
228.3 mi
367 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 47m
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6 AM
4h 0m
8 AM
4h 26m
10 AM
4h 9m
12 PM
4h 7m
3 PM
4h 11m
5 PM
4h 25m
8 PM
3h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Groton, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Groton to New York City covers approximately 228.3 miles and typically requires about 4 hours of driving time. Because this journey is relatively manageable, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach the city without needing an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $37 for fuel, though this can vary based on your vehicle's efficiency. Navigating this route involves moving through the heart of the Northeast, transitioning from the rural landscape of Groton toward the dense urban environment of New York City. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a distinct contrast to typical high-speed transit corridors. Overall, it provides a straightforward path for those looking to connect these two points in New York State.
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
114.2 miles from Groton, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will primarily navigate via East Cortland Street, Cortland Road, and Highway 222, which keeps the experience grounded in local transit. Because you are avoiding major highways, the pace remains steady but requires your full attention at intersections and turns. The personality of this drive is defined by the technical nature of the local roads, which demand more active steering than a standard highway route. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns change as you progress from the smaller roads near Groton into the increasingly complex infrastructure approaching the city.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Cortland Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Groton, NY to New York City, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Cortland Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cortland Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 222 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Groton Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clinton Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 81 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 84 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 380 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Cortland Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Groton, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Main Street
2
Turn right onto East Cortland Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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East Cortland Street
3
Continue on Cortland Road
5.2 mi
·
9 min
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Cortland Road
4
Continue on State Highway 222
3.6 mi
·
5 min
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State Highway 222
5
Continue on Groton Avenue
1.0 mi
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2 min
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Groton Avenue
6
Continue on Clinton Avenue
0.9 mi
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2 min
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Clinton Avenue
7
Take the exit right toward I 81 South
0.2 mi
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25 sec
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I 81 South
8
Merge slight left
44 mi
·
51 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81 South: Scranton
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
11
Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
3.7 mi
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4 min
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I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
24 mi
·
25 min
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I 380 South: Mount Pocono
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 80 East: Stroudsburg
14
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
63 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
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Keystone Shortway
15
Take the exit slight left toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
0.7 mi
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50 sec
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I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
16
Continue on Essex Freeway
16 mi
·
20 min
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Essex Freeway
17
Take the exit slight right toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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CR 508 East: Jersey City
18
Merge slight left onto Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
19
Continue on New Wittpenn Bridge
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
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New Wittpenn Bridge
20
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
21
Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
22
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
23
Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Conrail Viaduct
24
Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
25
Continue on 12th Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
26
Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
27
Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn
305 ft
·
10 sec
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Brooklyn
28
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
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Beach Street
29
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
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Walker Street
30
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Broadway
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak local traffic, especially as you approach your destination. Since the route is entirely local, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, keeping your $37 fuel budget in mind. Being on the road for several hours without interstate convenience means you should carry extra water and snacks to stay comfortable behind the wheel. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here; since the total duration is only 4 hours, you have the freedom to adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule. A key tip for this specific route is to keep a close eye on your GPS, as the reliance on local roads like Highway 222 requires frequent navigation adjustments.
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 114.2 miles from Groton, NY, or about 2h 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 80 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.2 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
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 Groton, 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 Groton, NY
This is one driving day of about 228.3 miles and 4h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Groton, 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.2 mi from Groton, NY · 2h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.2 miles from Groton, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New York City, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.58 one way
$75.16 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $40.64 | $81.27 |
| premium | $4.92 | $44.25 | $88.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.41 | $100.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $32.00
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
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
$38
Tolls
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.5 | 0 | $23.97 | $10.96 |
| Efficient EV | 57.1 | 0 | $19.98 | $9.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.3 | 1 | $31.96 | $14.61 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in New York City on Wednesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
7 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
4h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Groton, NY to New York City, NY covers 228.3 miles and takes about 4h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Cortland Street, Cortland Road, Highway 222. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.2 miles from Groton, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.58 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Groton, NY to New York City, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Groton, NY to New York City, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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