Trip from Kent, NY to New York City, NY

Drive Time

7h 31m

Distance

347.6 mi

559 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Good

6 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

7h 22m ★

6 AM

7h 32m

8 AM

7h 52m

10 AM

7h 39m

12 PM

7h 37m

3 PM

7h 40m

5 PM

7h 51m

8 PM

7h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Kent, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

New York City, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Kent to New York City covers 347.6 miles and takes approximately 7 hours and 31 minutes of drive time. While this trip is technically feasible as a single-day push, the duration makes it a long day behind the wheel. You will primarily utilize I-81, the Keystone Shortway, and the New York State Thruway to navigate this Northeast corridor. Budgeting around $55 for fuel should keep you covered for the journey. Since the route requires navigating through several distinct segments, plan for at least two dedicated stops to break up the travel. Ultimately, this journey is best suited for those comfortable with a full day of driving who want to reach their destination efficiently.

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

173.8 miles from Kent, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 52m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While 55% of the trip takes place on highways, the remaining portion involves more technical driving through local roads. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment during a 98.8-mile stretch on I-81, which provides a brief period to settle into a rhythm. As you transition between the Keystone Shortway and the New York State Thruway, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to remain alert. Be prepared for a dynamic experience that balances high-speed highway sections with the complexities of regional local roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 55 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

1,805 ft 34 ft

Total Climb

3,114 ft

Total Descent

3,420 ft

Highest Point

1,805 ft

~246.2 mi in

Elevation Range

1,771 ft

Notable High Points

1,715 ft at ~115.9 miles +553 ft prominence

1,029 ft at ~304.1 miles +583 ft prominence

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 29.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

Complex — stay alert throughout

This is a demanding drive. With 40 significant decision points across 347.6 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 29.1 miles: Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 80.3 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one; at 177.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 40 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

29.1 mi into trip | ~41m in

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 490 East: Rochester

80.3 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

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

177.3 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in | I 81

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton

230.6 mi into trip | ~5h in | US 6

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...

342.9 mi into trip | ~7h 20m in

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 Kent, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.

Clyde

80.3 mi in | ~1h 44m

Mt Pocono

230.6 mi in | ~5h | via US 6

Milford

231.4 mi in | ~5h 1m | via I 84; I 380

Newark

323 mi in | ~6h 52m

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
Western Expressway	20.1 mi	26m
Essex Freeway	15.8 mi	20m
Ridge Road	11.3 mi	16m
East Lake Road	9.9 mi	14m

Longest stretch: I 81 — 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kent, NY and New York City, NY.

Start on Ford Street

52 ft · 5 sec · Ford Street

Turn right onto Kent Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · Kent Road

Turn right onto Roosevelt Highway

2.8 mi · 4 min · Roosevelt Highway

Turn right onto Peter Smith Road

2.0 mi · 2 min · Peter Smith Road

Turn left onto Ridge Road

11 mi · 16 min · Ridge Road

Turn right onto Sweden-Walker Road

1.9 mi · 3 min · Sweden-Walker Road

Turn left onto Brockport-Spencerport Road

2.5 mi · 3 min · Brockport-Spencerport Road

Continue straight

7.5 mi · 8 min

Keep slight left to continue on I 490 East: Rochester

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 490 East: Rochester

Merge slight right onto Western Expressway

20 mi · 26 min · Western Expressway

Keep slight left to continue on I 90 East: Albany

0.6 mi · 42 sec · I 90 East: Albany

Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway

30 mi · 34 min · New York State Thruway

Take the exit slight right toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

0.5 mi · 59 sec · NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

Keep slight right

328 ft · 8 sec

Continue on State Route 414

0.3 mi · 35 sec · State Route 414

Turn left

4.1 mi · 7 min

At the end of the road, turn left onto Auburn Road

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road

Continue on Clark Street Road

9.6 mi · 11 min · Clark Street Road

Turn right onto State Street

226 ft · 12 sec · State Street

Turn left onto Dill Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Dill Street

Continue on Loop Road

459 ft · 17 sec · Loop Road

Turn left onto Genesee Street

5.5 mi · 9 min · Genesee Street

Continue on West Genesee Street Road

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road

Turn right onto East Lake Street

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street

Continue on East Lake Road

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road

Continue on State Route 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41

Continue on East Lake Road

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road

Continue on State Highway 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41

Turn right onto North West Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street

Take the ramp left

0.7 mi · 1 min

Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Binghamton

0.3 mi · 34 sec · I 81 South: Binghamton

Merge slight left

45 mi · 54 min

Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81 South: Scranton

Keep slight right to continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford

Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono

24 mi · 25 min · I 380 South: Mount Pocono

Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 80 East: Stroudsburg

Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway

63 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit slight left toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark

0.7 mi · 50 sec · I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark

Continue on Essex Freeway

16 mi · 20 min · Essex Freeway

Take the exit slight right toward CR 508 East: Jersey City

0.6 mi · 1 min · CR 508 East: Jersey City

Merge slight left onto Newark-Jersey City Turnpike

2.0 mi · 3 min · Newark-Jersey City Turnpike

Continue on New Wittpenn Bridge

0.5 mi · 44 sec · New Wittpenn Bridge

Take the exit slight right toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

0.2 mi · 28 sec · NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

0.4 mi · 48 sec · Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

Turn straight

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct

Continue on 12th Street Viaduct

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct

Continue on 12th Street

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street

Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel

2.0 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel

Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn

305 ft · 10 sec · Brooklyn

Continue on Beach Street

121 ft · 7 sec · Beach Street

Turn slight right onto Walker Street

0.2 mi · 1 min · Walker Street

Turn right onto Broadway

0.4 mi · 1 min · Broadway

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 7-hour and 31-minute journey, consider hitting the road early to avoid the heaviest traffic patterns. Given the two-stop requirement, map out your breaks to coincide with the shifts between the major thoroughfares like the Keystone Shortway and the New York State Thruway. Because this is a turn-heavy route, keep your navigation tools accessible to manage the transitions between local roads and larger interstates effectively. Since you are looking at a $55 fuel expense, topping off your tank before you leave Kent will help you manage your budget and minimize unnecessary stops. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't hesitate to adjust your pacing if you find the local sections more demanding than anticipated.

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 173.8 miles from Kent, NY, or about 3h 52m 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 173.8 miles or 3h 52m 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 8m

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 Kent, 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 Kent, NY

This is one driving day of about 347.6 miles and 7h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kent, 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 173.8 mi from Kent, NY · 3h 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cortland, NY

174 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.

Popular next leg

Cortland, NY to New York City, NY

215 mi · 4h 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Thompson, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cortland, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 173.8 miles from Kent, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

0 mi from route Free near mile 347.6

View on nps.gov

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 347.6

View on nps.gov

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 347.6

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Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 347.6

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Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 347.6

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Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 95.9

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.86 one way

$109.73 round trip

$4.01/gal 25.4 MPG avg 122 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$61.32	$122.65
premium	$4.86	$66.52	$133.05
diesel	$4.69	$64.24	$128.48

Estimated Tolls: $32.00

Holland Tunnel $16.00

Lincoln Tunnel $16.00

New York State Thruway $0.00

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

$55

Tolls

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$112–$137

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 121.6 kg one way.

EV Charging Along Route

6 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good

EVolve NY Spencerport

Spencerport, NY

Electrify America

4 DCFC

Bob Johnson Chevrolet Greece

Rochester, NY

CHARGESMART_EV

4 DCFC

Bob Johnson Chevrolet West

Spencerport, NY

CHARGESMART_EV

2 DCFC

WEST HERR AUTO WH FR L3-3 EXPP

Rochester, NY

ChargePoint Network

2 DCFC

WEST HERR AUTO WH FR L3-2 EXPP

Rochester, NY

ChargePoint Network

2 DCFC

LOC 1 WEST

Rochester, NY

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 3 CHARGESMART_EV: 2 Electrify America: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	104.3	1	$36.50	$16.68
Efficient EV	86.9	0	$30.42	$13.90
EV Truck/SUV	139	1	$48.66	$22.25

Gas CO2

122 kg

EV CO2

41 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 hour ago

Origin

Kent, NY

Morning in Kent on Monday

Local time

8:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy

SW 14 to 24 mph 81% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

New York City, NY

Morning in New York City on Monday

Local time

8:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Partly Sunny

SW 10 to 21 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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

7 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 31m 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 Kent, NY to New York City, NY covers 347.6 miles and takes about 7h 31m 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 173.8 miles from Kent, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.86 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.

Between Kent, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.

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Trip from Kent, NY to New York City, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in New York City, NY

National Parks Near This Route

African Burial Ground National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

Stonewall National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Kent, NY

New York City, NY

Same local time

7 degrees warmer at arrival

7h 31m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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