Origin
Harvard, NY
Evening in Harvard on Wednesday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
30.2 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delhi, NY
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The drive from Harvard, NY to Delhi, NY covers 30.2 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 30, State Highway 10, Hawleys-Downsville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.7 miles on State Highway 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
15.1 miles from Harvard, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
This is a 45m highway drive covering 30.2 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 30 and State Highway 10. The longest continuous stretch is about 11.7 miles on State Highway 30.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 30 and State Highway 10. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 30 / State Highway 30.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Harvard, NY to Delhi, NY is easy. At 45m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 30 / State Highway 30): Navigation decision point; at 11.9 miles (Knox Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 19.8 miles (CR 26 / Hawleys-Downsville Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto NY 30 / State Highway 30
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Knox Avenue
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto CR 26 / Hawleys-Downsville Road
Navigation decision point
At end of road, turn right onto NY 10 / State Highway 10
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 30 | 11.7 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 10 | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Hawleys-Downsville Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Knox Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Tannery Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Houck Mountain Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Harvard, NY and Delhi, NY.
Start on Houck Mountain Road
Turn left onto NY 30
Continue on Tannery Road
Turn right onto Knox Avenue
Continue on CR 26
At end of road, turn right onto CR 26
At end of road, turn right onto NY 10
Continue on NY 10
Arrive at destination
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.
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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.1 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delhi, NY than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Harvard, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Harvard, NY
This is one driving day of about 30.2 miles and 45m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.1 mi from Harvard, NY · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Harvard, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Delhi, 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.
Regular Gas
$4.97 one way
$9.94 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.38 | $10.75 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.85 | $11.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.67 | $13.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.17 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Harvard on Wednesday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Delhi on Wednesday
Local time
6:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
39°F
Walton, NY
15 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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