Origin
Hilton, NY
Afternoon in Hilton on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hilton, NY to New York City, NY
Drive Time
7h 8m
Distance
330.6 mi
532 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 58m
★
6 AM
7h 9m
8 AM
7h 31m
10 AM
7h 17m
12 PM
7h 14m
3 PM
7h 18m
5 PM
7h 30m
8 PM
7h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hilton, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hilton to New York City covers 330.6 miles and typically takes about 7 hours and 8 minutes of drive time. Because this journey stays within the Northeast region, you can realistically complete the trip in a single day if you start early. Budgeting roughly $52 for fuel will cover your transit across the state. While the route is manageable as a day trip, the turn-heavy local segments mean you should be prepared for active driving rather than just interstate cruising. Expect a mix of highways and local roads as you make your way toward the city, making this a practical choice for those who prefer a straightforward, one-day transit.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
165.3 miles from Hilton, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience that transitions from open stretches to more technical local navigation. With 54% of the route on major highways, you will spend a good portion of the time on the New York State Thruway, I-81, and the Keystone Shortway. The longest uninterrupted section is a 98.8-mile stretch on I-81, which provides a nice rhythm before the road becomes more demanding. As you progress, the character shifts from high-speed interstate travel to a more turn-heavy local drive. Staying alert is key, as the changing road conditions require you to switch your focus between steady highway cruising and more careful local maneuvering.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 59 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 98.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
1,918 ft
34 ft
Total Climb
3,262 ft
Total Descent
3,506 ft
Highest Point
1,918 ft
~234.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,884 ft
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 21.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 41 significant decision points across 330.6 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 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 41 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
21.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown Rochester
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 5
Toward I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown...
7
21.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 490 East: Victor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 490 East: Victor
8
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
213.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 37m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
325.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Towns Along This Route
Between Hilton, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Rochester, Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.
Rochester
21.2 mi in
|
~31m
Clyde
63.4 mi in
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~1h 20m
Mt Pocono
213.6 mi in
|
~4h 37m
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via US 6
Milford
214.4 mi in
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~4h 38m
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via I 84; I 380
Newark
306 mi in
|
~6h 29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 98.8 mi | 1h 57m |
| Keystone Shortway | 63.3 mi | 1h 19m |
| New York State Thruway | 30 mi | 34m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Essex Freeway | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| Eastern Expressway | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hilton, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on NY 18
104 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Avenue
2
Continue on NY 18; NY 259
367 ft
·
14 sec
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Main Street
3
Turn right onto NY 18; NY 259
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Avenue
4
Continue on NY 18; NY 259
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hilton-Parma Corners Road
5
Turn left onto NY 18
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Parma Center Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto NY 18; NY 261
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Manitou Road
7
Turn left onto NY 104
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
West Ridge Road
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on NY 104
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Bridge
9
Continue on NY 104
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Keeler Street Expressway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Toward NY 590 South: Downtown Rochester
11
Merge onto NY 590
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Outer Loop
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 5
Toward I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown Rochester
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 490 East: Victor
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 490
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Eastern Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany
16
Merge onto I 90
30 mi
·
34 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
·
7 sec
19
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Route 414
20
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
NY 318
Use the left lane.
21
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
22
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Street
24
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Dill Street
25
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft
·
16 sec
·
Loop Road
26
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Genesee Street
27
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Genesee Street Road
28
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Lake Street
29
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
East Lake Road
30
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 41
31
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Lake Road
32
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 41
33
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
34
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
35
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
36
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
37
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the none lane.
38
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
39
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
41
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
42
Merge onto I 80
63 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
43
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
44
Continue on I 280
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Essex Freeway
Use the none lane.
45
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17A
Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
46
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the none lane.
47
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
49
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
50
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight lane.
51
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
52
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
Use the none lane.
53
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
54
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
55
Take the exit
305 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
56
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker Street
Use the straight lane.
57
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
58
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight / none lanes.
59
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Planning for two stops is recommended to keep your energy up throughout the 7-hour transit. Because this route involves a significant amount of local, turn-heavy driving, you should aim to depart early in the morning to avoid navigating complex turns during peak traffic hours. Keep your fuel budget of $52 in mind when choosing your refueling points, as pricing can fluctuate significantly as you approach New York City. Since this is a single-day commitment, your biggest advantage is flexibility; if you find yourself needing an extra break, you have the room to pull over without falling behind your schedule. Prioritize your two stops strategically to coincide with the transition points between the major highways and the more technical local road sections.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 165.3 miles from Hilton, NY, or about 3h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 165.3 miles or 3h 39m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Hilton, 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.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hilton, NY
This is one driving day of about 330.6 miles and 7h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hilton, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165.3 mi from Hilton, NY · 3h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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 165.3 miles from Hilton, 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 98.8 miles.
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
$53.82 one way
$107.64 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
116 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $58.32 | $116.65 |
| premium | $4.88 | $63.56 | $127.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $73.45 | $146.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $17.64
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(30 mi)
$1.50
Newark-Jersey City 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
$54
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.2 | 1 | $34.71 | $15.87 |
| Efficient EV | 82.7 | 0 | $28.93 | $13.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132.2 | 1 | $46.28 | $21.16 |
Gas CO2
116 kg
EV CO2
39 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
New York City, NY
Afternoon in New York City on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
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
1 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
7h 8m 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 Hilton, NY to New York City, NY covers 330.6 miles and takes about 7h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, New York State Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 165.3 miles from Hilton, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.82 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 41 significant decision points across 330.6 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 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hilton, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Rochester, Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. The route ranges from 34 ft to 1,918 ft elevation with about 3,262 ft of total climbing.
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