Origin
Hume, NY
Evening in Hume on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hume, NY to Hempstead, NY
Drive Time
7h 17m
Distance
354.2 mi
570 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 7m
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6 AM
7h 18m
8 AM
7h 39m
10 AM
7h 25m
12 PM
7h 23m
3 PM
7h 26m
5 PM
7h 38m
8 PM
7h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hume, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Spanning 354.2 miles across New York, this journey from Hume to Hempstead requires about 7 hours and 17 minutes of driving time. Because this route relies entirely on local roads rather than major highways, it is a significant undertaking that functions best as a dedicated one-day trip. You should budget approximately $56 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. While the drive is feasible in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the route demands focus and patience behind the wheel. Given the lack of high-speed highway segments, your travel time will be dictated by local traffic and navigation through town centers. Preparing for a full day on the road is essential for a smooth arrival in Hempstead.
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
177.1 miles from Hume, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical, hands-on driving experience as this route avoids highways entirely. You will navigate a series of local thoroughfares, including North Genesee Street, Hamilton Street, and Main Street, which define the character of this 0% highway trip. Because there is no single long-distance stretch—the longest uninterrupted segment being 0 miles on North Genesee Street—you will find yourself frequently adjusting your speed for local intersections and turns. This profile creates a drive that feels more like a series of connected local segments than a singular, fast-paced haul. Be prepared for constant engagement with the steering wheel as you navigate the turn-heavy path from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 51 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Genesee 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
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 17m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hume, NY to Hempstead, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Genesee Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hamilton Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Portage Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mill Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Nunda-Dansville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ossian Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spruce Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Genesee Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hume, NY and Hempstead, NY.
1
Start on County Road 23
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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County Road 23
2
Turn right
1.5 mi
·
2 min
3
Turn left onto North Genesee Street
9.1 mi
·
13 min
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North Genesee Street
4
Turn right onto Hamilton Street
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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Hamilton Street
5
Turn left onto Main Street
361 ft
·
9 sec
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Main Street
6
Continue on Portage Street
5.6 mi
·
8 min
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Portage Street
7
Continue on Mill Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Mill Street
8
Continue on Nunda-Dansville Road
12 mi
·
16 min
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Nunda-Dansville Road
9
Continue on Ossian Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Ossian Street
10
Turn right onto Spruce Street
0.1 mi
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33 sec
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Spruce Street
11
Turn slight right onto Clara Barton Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Clara Barton Street
12
Continue on Hornell Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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Hornell Road
13
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
14
Merge slight left onto Genesee Expressway
22 mi
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25 min
·
Genesee Expressway
15
Merge slight right onto Southern Tier Expressway
105 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
16
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81 South: Scranton
17
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
18
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
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
24 mi
·
25 min
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I 380 South: Mount Pocono
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 80 East: Stroudsburg
21
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
22
Keep slight right to continue on Christopher Columbus Highway
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
23
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
0.3 mi
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23 sec
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I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
24
Keep slight right to continue on Leonia, Teaneck
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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Leonia, Teaneck
25
Turn right onto Leonia
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Leonia
26
Turn straight onto Degraw Avenue
453 ft
·
9 sec
·
Degraw Avenue
27
Continue on Fort Lee Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
28
Continue on Main Street
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
29
Take the ramp left toward George Washington Bridge
472 ft
·
13 sec
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George Washington Bridge
30
Merge slight left onto Bergen Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Bergen Boulevard
31
Take the exit slight left toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
312 ft
·
5 sec
·
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
32
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
33
Keep slight left
0.8 mi
·
1 min
34
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
35
Continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
36
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
37
Keep slight right to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
38
Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Expressway
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
39
Continue on Throgs Neck Bridge
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
40
Continue on Clearview Expressway
5.0 mi
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5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
41
Turn left onto Hillside Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillside Avenue
42
Turn right onto Braddock Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Braddock Avenue
43
Turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
44
Continue on Jericho Turnpike
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Jericho Turnpike
45
Turn slight right onto Tulip Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Tulip Avenue
46
Turn right onto New Hyde Park Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
New Hyde Park Road
47
Turn left onto Hempstead Turnpike
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hempstead Turnpike
48
Turn slight right onto Front Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
49
Turn right onto Greenwich Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Greenwich Street
50
Turn left onto Peninsula Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Peninsula Boulevard
51
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is critical for this 7-hour and 17-minute trek, as local road traffic can significantly fluctuate throughout the day. With two designated stops planned, ensure you use these breaks strategically to manage the fatigue that comes with navigating non-highway routes. Since you are not utilizing interstates, keep a close eye on your fuel levels, as local routes may not always offer the same frequency of gas stations as major corridors. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the turns on North Genesee, Hamilton, and Main Street before you head out, as the lack of highway signage makes GPS reliance essential. Staying flexible with your timing will help you navigate the local congestion more effectively.
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 177.1 miles from Hume, NY, or about 3h 38m 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 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 177.1 miles or 3h 38m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempstead, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hume, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hume, NY
This is one driving day of about 354.2 miles and 7h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hume, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 177.1 mi from Hume, NY · 3h 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
177 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 177.1 miles from Hume, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hempstead, NY
The final approach into Hempstead, 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 Hempstead, 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
$57.66 one way
$115.32 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
124 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $62.49 | $124.97 |
| premium | $4.88 | $68.09 | $136.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $78.69 | $157.38 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
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
$58
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$105–$130
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106.3 | 1 | $37.19 | $17.00 |
| Efficient EV | 88.6 | 1 | $30.99 | $14.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.7 | 1 | $49.59 | $22.67 |
Gas CO2
124 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% 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
Hempstead, NY
Evening in Hempstead on Sunday
Local time
5:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
177 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
7h 17m 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 Hume, NY to Hempstead, NY covers 354.2 miles and takes about 7h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Genesee Street, Hamilton Street, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 177.1 miles from Hume, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.66 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 17m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Hume, NY to Hempstead, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Hume, NY to Hempstead, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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