This 170.8-mile journey from Hoosick, NY, to Syracuse, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes. The route is heavily highway-focused, with 92% of the drive on major roads like I-90 and the Adirondack Northway. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, it's an economical option for exploring within New York State. This drive offers a straightforward path, ideal for those looking for an efficient transit between these two Northeast locations. You can expect a largely uninterrupted drive thanks to the long stretches on the interstate.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
85.4 miles from Hoosick, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 170.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 170.8-mile trip. You'll spend 92% of your time on major arteries, including I-90 and the Adirondack Northway, suggesting a fast-paced transit. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 128.4 miles on I-90, meaning extended periods of consistent driving. While primarily interstate, keep an eye out for transitions between these main roads, which may offer brief changes in scenery or road conditions. The overall feel is one of efficient travel across the state.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 128.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and NY 7. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.6 miles in near I 87.
Driving Effort9/10
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 15 significant decision points across 170.8 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 32.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 165.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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32.6 mi into trip|~49m in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
8
161.9 mi into trip|~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
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 34A
Toward I 481: Syracuse, Oswego
7
165.4 mi into trip|~3h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 690 West: Syracuse, Fairgrounds
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170.2 mi into trip|~3h 31m in
Take the exit toward Townsend Street, Downtown
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 13
Toward Townsend Street, Downtown
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170.4 mi into trip|~3h 32m in|North Townsend Street
Turn left onto North Townsend Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hoosick, NY and Syracuse, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York, Buffalo and Oswego.
Albany
32.6 mi in|~49m|via I 87
New York
32.6 mi in|~49m|via I 87
Buffalo
32.6 mi in|~49m|via I 87
Oswego
161.9 mi in|~3h 19m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
128.4 mi
2h 28m
NY 7
21 mi
34m
Adirondack Northway
5 mi
6m
Collar City Bridge
4.6 mi
5m
I 690
4.1 mi
5m
I 481
2.3 mi
2m
Mapletown Road
1.2 mi
2m
I 87
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 128.4 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoosick, NY and Syracuse, NY.
1
Start on CR 95
39 ft·3 sec·Hill Road
2
Turn right onto NY 7
1.2 mi·2 min·Mapletown Road
3
Continue on NY 7; NY 22
21 mi·34 min·NY 7; NY 22
4
Turn right onto I 787; NY 7
0.5 mi·42 sec·I 787; NY 7
5
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 7
4.6 mi·5 min·Collar City Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·20 sec
7
Merge onto I 87
5.0 mi·6 min·Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
0.3 mi·31 sec·I 87
Exit 1E-WToward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, BuffaloUse the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi·51 sec·I 87
Exit 1WToward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
128 mi·2 hr 28 min·I 90
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 34AToward I 481: Syracuse, OswegoUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 481 South: Syracuse, Fairgrounds, Binghamton
13
Merge onto I 481
2.3 mi·2 min·I 481
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 690 West: Syracuse, FairgroundsUse the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on I 690
4.1 mi·5 min·I 690
Use the straight lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·41 sec
Exit 13Toward Townsend Street, DowntownUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto North Townsend Street
501 ft·16 sec·North Townsend Street
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto East Water Street
479 ft·16 sec·East Water Street
19
Turn left onto US 11
0.2 mi·20 sec·South State Street
Use the straight lane.
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Arrive at destination
US 11
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 33-minute duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day. Aim for an early morning departure from Hoosick, NY, to maximize your daylight and allow for flexibility. The majority of the route is on I-90, so plan your single stop strategically for fuel or a break around the halfway point or before entering more urban areas. With a fuel cost estimated at $28, budgeting is straightforward. Remember that even on a highway-focused drive, rest stops are crucial for maintaining alertness over the 170.8 miles.
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 85.4 miles from Hoosick, NY, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.4 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 38 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 85.4 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Syracuse, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hoosick, 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 Hoosick, NY
This is one driving day of about 170.8 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Hoosick, 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 90 for about 128.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 85.4 mi from Hoosick, NY
· 1h 51m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Fort Stanwix National Monument
National Monument
For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 129.6
In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 11.8
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
23 mi from route
~58 min detour
Free
near mile 170.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.11 one way
$56.23 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg60 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$30.40
$60.80
premium
$4.92
$33.10
$66.21
diesel
$5.61
$37.71
$75.42
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
3 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Hannaford Supermarket
Troy, NY
eVgo Network
1 DCFC
Hannaford Markets - Wynantskill
Wynantskill, NY
eVgo Network
1 DCFC
REGENERON EV-GV-44-07 L3
Troy, NY
ChargePoint Network
1 DCFC
eVgo Network: 2
ChargePoint Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
51.2
0
$17.93
$8.20
Efficient EV
42.7
0
$14.95
$6.83
EV Truck/SUV
68.3
0
$23.91
$10.93
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% 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
Hoosick, NY
Morning
in Hoosick on Friday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Syracuse, NY
Morning
in Syracuse on Friday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
39°F
Amsterdam, NY
85 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
15 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
3h 33m 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 Hoosick, NY to Syracuse, NY covers 170.8 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, NY 7, Adirondack Northway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 85.4 miles from Hoosick, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.11 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 170.8 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 32.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 165.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hoosick, NY and Syracuse, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York, Buffalo and Oswego.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fort Stanwix National Monument, Saratoga National Historical Park and Harriet Tubman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
