Origin
Lake Placid, NY
Evening in Lake Placid on Wednesday
Local time
8:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Placid, NY to Blue Ridge, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h
Distance
42.2 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Placid, NY
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Blue Ridge, NY
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Trip Overview
This manageable 42.2-mile drive from Lake Placid to Blue Ridge, NY, can be completed in about an hour, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily navigate via State Highway 73 and the Adirondack Northway, with a portion on Cascade Road. With a modest fuel cost of around $7, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Northeast region. It's a convenient option for a scenic excursion without the need for an overnight stay, allowing you to focus on enjoying the destinations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.1 miles from Lake Placid, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 54% of it being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 18.7 miles on State Highway 73. This section likely provides a good balance between open road driving and potentially more winding or local road segments as you progress toward Blue Ridge. The transition from highway to local roads will shape the overall driving experience.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 73 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Colden Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lake Placid, NY to Blue Ridge, NY is easy. At 1h with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Colden Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Mill Pond Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (NY 73 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Colden Avenue
Turn left onto Colden Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Mill Pond Drive
Turn left onto Mill Pond Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 73 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto NY 73 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
29.7 mi into trip
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~44m in
Take the ramp toward I 87 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 87 South
6
39.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward Newcomb, North Hudson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 29
Toward Newcomb, North Hudson
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lake Placid, NY and Blue Ridge, NY, road signs point toward Newcomb and Hudson.
Newcomb
39.7 mi in
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~56m
Hudson
39.7 mi in
|
~56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 73 | 18.7 mi | 27m |
| Adirondack Northway | 9.6 mi | 11m |
| Cascade Road | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Blue Ridge Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| US 9 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 9N | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Sentinel Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Spring Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 73
— 18.7 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Placid, NY and Blue Ridge, NY.
1
Start on Spring Street
369 ft
·
21 sec
·
Spring Street
2
Turn left onto Colden Avenue
302 ft
·
14 sec
·
Colden Avenue
3
Turn left onto Mill Pond Drive
326 ft
·
9 sec
·
Mill Pond Drive
4
At end of road, turn right onto NY 73
240 ft
·
6 sec
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South Main Street
5
Continue on NY 73
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
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Sentinel Road
6
Continue on NY 73
6.4 mi
·
9 min
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Cascade Road
7
Continue on NY 73
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 73
8
Turn straight onto NY 9N; NY 73
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 9N
9
Continue on NY 73
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 73
10
Turn straight onto US 9
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 9
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 87 South
12
Merge onto I 87
9.6 mi
·
11 min
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Adirondack Northway
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 29
Toward Newcomb, North Hudson
14
Turn left onto Blue Ridge Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Blue Ridge Road
15
Arrive at destination
CR 84
Trip Plan
Given the short 1-hour duration and 42.2-mile distance, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps after a relaxed morning in Lake Placid. With minimal stops recommended (zero in the data), you can focus on the journey itself. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially since the estimated cost is only $7, and plan for a quick stop if needed. A key tip for this route is to be aware of the 18.7-mile stretch on State Highway 73, as this is where you'll cover the most ground without interruption.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 21.1 miles from Lake Placid, NY, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.7 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 42 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.1 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Ridge, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lake Placid, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lake Placid, NY
This is one driving day of about 42.2 miles and 1h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Lake Placid, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 73 for about 18.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.1 mi from Lake Placid, NY · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from Lake Placid, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Blue Ridge, NY
The final approach into Blue Ridge, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.95 one way
$13.89 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.51 | $15.02 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Blue Ridge, NY
Evening in Blue Ridge on Wednesday
Local time
8:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 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
1h 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 Lake Placid, NY to Blue Ridge, NY covers 42.2 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 73, Adirondack Northway, Cascade Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.1 miles from Lake Placid, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Lake Placid, NY to Blue Ridge, NY is easy. At 1h with 54% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Colden Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Mill Pond Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (NY 73 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Lake Placid, NY and Blue Ridge, NY, road signs point toward Newcomb and Hudson.
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