Origin
Hempstead, NY
Afternoon in Hempstead on Thursday
Local time
12:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hempstead, NY to Gorham, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 34m
Distance
304.4 mi
490 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 22m
★
6 AM
6h 34m
8 AM
6h 59m
10 AM
6h 43m
12 PM
6h 40m
3 PM
6h 44m
5 PM
6h 57m
8 PM
6h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gorham, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Hempstead to Gorham, expect a 304.4-mile journey that typically takes 6 hours and 34 minutes behind the wheel. While it is theoretically possible to complete this trip in a single day, the duration makes it a full-day commitment that requires careful pacing. You can anticipate a fuel budget of approximately $50 for the one-way trip. Since this route remains entirely within New York, you will stay in the Northeast region from start to finish. Because of the turn-heavy local segments, this drive is best suited for those who prefer active navigation over long, mindless stretches of interstate.
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
152.2 miles from Hempstead, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 34m. Total distance: 304.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 34m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This route features a mix of driving styles, with about 60% of your time spent on highways. You will navigate via I-81, the Christopher Columbus Highway, and US-11 as you make your way toward Gorham. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-81, where you will cover 73.8 miles before the road profile shifts. Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention, as the character of the road changes significantly once you move off the main interstate corridors. It is a varied experience that shifts between high-speed highway travel and more technical, winding local passages.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 60 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 73.8 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 8.1 miles in near I 295 / Clearview Expressway.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 33 significant decision points across 304.4 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 8.1 miles (I 295 / Clearview Expressway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.8 miles (I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 33 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
8.1 mi into trip
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~15m in
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I 295 / Clearview Expressway
Turn right onto I 295 / Clearview Expressway toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Through Neck Bridge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Throu...
6
15.8 mi into trip
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~25m in
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I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
24.9 mi into trip
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~37m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
8
25.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
8
27.5 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 69
Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hempstead, NY and Gorham, NY, road signs point toward Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Hackensack, Albany and Lisle.
Upper Level
22.4 mi in
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~34m
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via I 95; US 1
Njtp South: Hackensack
24.9 mi in
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~37m
Hackensack
27.5 mi in
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~41m
Albany
200.3 mi in
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~4h 8m
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via I 81
Lisle
216.1 mi in
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~4h 27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 73.8 mi | 1h 28m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| US 11 | 30.6 mi | 40m |
| I 380 | 27.7 mi | 30m |
| Keystone Shortway | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| State Highway 96A | 17.1 mi | 23m |
| Trumansburg Road | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 96 | 7 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 73.8 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hempstead, NY and Gorham, NY.
1
Start on Peninsula Boulevard
77 ft
·
1 sec
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Peninsula Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Clinton Street
359 ft
·
17 sec
·
Clinton Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto NY 102
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
4
Turn slight left onto NY 24
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hempstead Turnpike
5
Turn right onto New Hyde Park Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
New Hyde Park Road
6
Turn left onto Tulip Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Tulip Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto NY 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
8
Turn slight right onto NY 25
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Braddock Avenue
9
Turn left onto NY 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillside Avenue
10
Turn right onto I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Through Neck Bridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
12
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
15
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
16
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; NJTP
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 69
Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 80
68 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Keystone Shortway
26
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 293
Toward I 380 North: Scranton
27
Continue on I 380
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 380
Use the straight lane.
28
Merge onto I 81
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
30
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
14 mi
·
16 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
31
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 8
Toward NY 26 North: Whitney Point, Lisle
32
Turn right onto NY 26
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
NY 26
33
At end of road, turn left onto US 11; NY 26
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
US 11; NY 26
34
Continue on US 11; NY 79
31 mi
·
39 min
·
US 11; NY 79
35
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 79
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Seneca Way
36
Continue on NY 79
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Seneca Street
Use the straight lane.
37
Turn right onto Taughannock Boulevard
338 ft
·
15 sec
·
Taughannock Boulevard
38
Turn left onto NY 96
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Buffalo Street
39
Continue on NY 96
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cliff Street
40
Continue on NY 96
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Trumansburg Road
41
Continue on NY 96
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
42
Continue on NY 96
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Trumansburg Road
43
Continue on NY 96
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 96
44
Turn right onto CR 141A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Powell Road
45
Continue on CR 141
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 141
46
Turn left onto NY 89
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 89
47
Turn left onto Center Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Road
48
Turn right onto NY 96
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 96
49
Continue on NY 96
485 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Town Line Road
50
Continue on NY 96A
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Street
51
Continue on NY 96A
17 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 96A
52
Turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Waterloo-Geneva Road
53
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Front Drive
54
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Hamilton Street
55
Continue on US 20; NY 5
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Canandaigua Road
56
Turn left onto NY 14A; NY 245
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
NY 14A; NY 245
57
Turn slight right onto NY 245
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
NY 245
58
Turn straight
112 ft
·
7 sec
59
Turn right onto Main Street
20 ft
·
0 sec
·
Main Street
60
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour and 34-minute drive time, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue and ensure you reach your destination before dark. You should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be more taxing than a standard interstate cruise. Since the trip covers 304.4 miles, keep your $50 fuel budget in mind and monitor your gauge during the longer highway segments. Because this is a one-day trip, your primary advantage is flexibility; check your navigation before you leave to ensure you are comfortable with the local road transitions along US-11.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 152.2 miles from Hempstead, NY, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.8 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 67 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 152.2 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gorham, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hempstead, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Hempstead, NY
This is one driving day of about 304.4 miles and 6h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Hempstead, 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 I 81 for about 73.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 152.2 mi from Hempstead, NY · 3h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 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 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 152.2 miles from Hempstead, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.8 miles.
Arriving in Gorham, NY
The final approach into Gorham, 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 Gorham, 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
$50.11 one way
$100.21 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $54.18 | $108.36 |
| premium | $4.92 | $59.00 | $118.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.21 | $134.42 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.97
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New Jersey Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.28
Hempstead Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
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
$50
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91.3 | 1 | $31.96 | $14.61 |
| Efficient EV | 76.1 | 0 | $26.63 | $12.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121.8 | 1 | $42.62 | $19.48 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Gorham, NY
Afternoon in Gorham on Thursday
Local time
12:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
152 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
6h 34m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hempstead, NY to Gorham, NY covers 304.4 miles and takes about 6h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway, US 11. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 152.2 miles from Hempstead, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.11 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 304.4 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 8.1 miles (I 295 / Clearview Expressway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.8 miles (I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hempstead, NY and Gorham, NY, road signs point toward Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Hackensack, Albany and Lisle.
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