Origin
Lewisboro, NY
Afternoon in Lewisboro on Friday
Local time
4:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lewisboro, NY to Albany, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 48m
Distance
119.1 mi
192 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
★
6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 10m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 54m
3 PM
2h 57m
5 PM
3h 9m
8 PM
2h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lewisboro, NY
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Trip Overview
This 119.1-mile drive from Lewisboro, NY, to Albany, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 48 minutes. You'll primarily be using the Taconic State Parkway and the New York State Thruway, with a brief stint on I-84. With a projected fuel cost of around $20, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Northeast region. It’s a convenient way to travel between these two New York locations without needing an overnight stay, making it ideal for a day excursion or a quick transit.
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
59.5 miles from Lewisboro, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 48m. Total distance: 119.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 56% of it being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 42.7 miles on the Taconic State Parkway, offering a more continuous feel before transitioning to other major roadways. This blend means you’ll experience both faster-paced travel and potentially more varied scenery as you progress north. The overall character is one of efficient travel across varying road types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Taconic State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 42.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 26 significant decision points across 119.1 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 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.3 miles (NY 23 / Rip Van Winkle Bridge): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
30.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward Taconic State Parkway North, Albany
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 52B
Toward Taconic State Parkway North, Albany
6
84.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m in
|
NY 23 / Rip Van Winkle Bridge
Enter roundabout onto NY 23 / Rip Van Winkle Bridge toward Rip Van Winkle Bridge, Catskill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Rip Van Winkle Bridge, Catskill
7
88.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 North: Albany, Mass Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 North: Albany, Mass Turnpike
8
116.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 42m in
Take the exit toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
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 23
Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
8
118 mi into trip
|
~2h 45m in
Take the exit toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
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 4
Toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lewisboro, NY and Albany, NY, road signs point toward Brewster, Newburgh, White Plains, Taconic State Parkway North, Hudson and Catskill - among others.
Brewster
13.7 mi in
|
~28m
|
via US 6; US 202
Newburgh
14.8 mi in
|
~30m
White Plains
14.8 mi in
|
~30m
Taconic State Parkway North
30.6 mi in
|
~49m
Hudson
73.7 mi in
|
~1h 47m
Catskill
84.3 mi in
|
~2h 2m
|
via NY 23
Nyst
87.4 mi in
|
~2h 8m
Leeds
87.4 mi in
|
~2h 8m
Mass Turnpike
88.3 mi in
|
~2h 10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Taconic State Parkway | 42.7 mi | 57m |
| New York State Thruway | 27.6 mi | 31m |
| I 84 | 15 mi | 17m |
| State Highway 82 | 5 mi | 6m |
| Albany Post Road | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| North Salem Road | 4.1 mi | 9m |
| Peach Lake Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| West Lane | 2.2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Taconic State Parkway
— 42.7 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lewisboro, NY and Albany, NY.
1
Start on Shady Lane
148 ft
·
7 sec
·
Shady Lane
2
Turn right onto NY 123
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Smith Ridge Road
3
Turn right onto Spring Hill Lane
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Spring Hill Lane
4
Continue on West Lane
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Lane
5
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 35
174 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Lane
6
Continue on CT 35
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
7
Continue on CT 116
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Main Street
8
Continue on CT 116
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
North Salem Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto CT 116
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Salem Road
10
Continue on NY 116
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Titicus Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto NY 121
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Peach Lake Road
12
Turn left onto US 6; US 202
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Danbury Road
Toward Brewster
13
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Newburgh, White Plains
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 9W
Toward I 84 West: Newburgh
15
Merge onto I 84
15 mi
·
17 min
·
I 84
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 52B
Toward Taconic State Parkway North, Albany
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
43 mi
·
57 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward NY 82: Ancram, Hudson
19
Keep slight right at fork
401 ft
·
14 sec
20
Turn straight onto NY 82
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 82
21
Continue on US 9; 23
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
US 9; 23
22
Continue on US 9; NY 23
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Albany Post Road
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on NY 23
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Rhinebeck-Hudson Road
24
Enter roundabout onto NY 23
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
Rip Van Winkle Bridge
Toward Rip Van Winkle Bridge, Catskill
25
Continue on NY 23
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Rip Van Winkle Bridge
Toward Rip Van Winkle Bridge, Catskill
26
Continue on NY 23
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 23
Use the left lane.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NYST, I 87: Jefferson Heights, Leeds
28
Turn right onto CR 23B
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
CR 23B
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward NYST, I 87
30
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
this road
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 87 North: Albany, Mass Turnpike
32
Merge onto I 87
28 mi
·
31 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 23
Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
Use the slight right lane.
34
Continue on I 787
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 4
Toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
Use the slight right lane.
36
Turn straight onto Quay Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Quay Street
37
Turn left onto NY 5
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
NY 5
38
Turn left onto NY 5
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Street
39
At end of road, turn right onto NY 5
182 ft
·
5 sec
·
Eagle Street
40
Turn straight onto NY 5
498 ft
·
19 sec
·
Washington Avenue
41
Turn left
30 ft
·
2 sec
42
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 48-minute duration, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Aim to leave Lewisboro in the morning to make the most of your day in Albany. With only one recommended stop, you can choose a convenient point along the route for a break, perhaps near the midpoint. Keep an eye on the fuel gauge; the estimated $20 cost is a good baseline, but it's always wise to start with a full tank, especially when navigating the longer stretches like the 42.7 miles on the Taconic State Parkway.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.5 miles from Lewisboro, NY, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.7 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 26 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.5 miles or 1h 28m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lewisboro, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lewisboro, NY
This is one driving day of about 119.1 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Lewisboro, 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 Taconic State Parkway for about 42.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.5 mi from Lewisboro, NY · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.5 miles from Lewisboro, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Albany, NY
The final approach into Albany, 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 Albany, 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
$19.60 one way
$39.21 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $21.20 | $42.40 |
| premium | $4.92 | $23.08 | $46.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.30 | $52.59 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.38
New York State Thruway
(27.6 mi)
$1.38
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
$20
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.7 | 0 | $12.51 | $5.72 |
| Efficient EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.42 | $4.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.6 | 0 | $16.67 | $7.62 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Albany, NY
Afternoon in Albany on Friday
Local time
4:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Pleasant Valley, NY
60 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
22 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
2h 48m 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 Lewisboro, NY to Albany, NY covers 119.1 miles and takes about 2h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Taconic State Parkway, New York State Thruway, I 84. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.5 miles from Lewisboro, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.60 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.
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 26 significant decision points across 119.1 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 30.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.3 miles (NY 23 / Rip Van Winkle Bridge): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lewisboro, NY and Albany, NY, road signs point toward Brewster, Newburgh, White Plains, Taconic State Parkway North, Hudson and Catskill - among others.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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