Trip from Manhattan, NY to Boonville, NY

Drive Time

5h 20m

Distance

257.6 mi

415 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 7m ★

6 AM

5h 20m

8 AM

5h 47m

10 AM

5h 30m

12 PM

5h 27m

3 PM

5h 31m

5 PM

5h 46m

8 PM

5h 12m

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

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Manhattan, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Boonville, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Manhattan to Boonville covers 257.6 miles and requires approximately 5 hours and 20 minutes of travel time. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major highways, it is best suited for a single, focused day of driving. Budgeting around $41 for fuel should cover your transit across this portion of the Northeast. While the journey is manageable in one go, the turn-heavy nature of the drive means you should prepare for a more active experience behind the wheel than a standard interstate commute. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider whether you want to tackle the entire distance in one session or build in extra time for the navigation required on local thoroughfares.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

128.8 miles from Manhattan, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Unlike a highway-heavy trek, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will navigate surface streets like West 86th Street, Amsterdam Avenue, and West 96th Street throughout the journey. Because your longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on West 86th Street, this path demands constant attention and frequent adjustments. The character of the road is defined by its technical, local nature rather than high-speed cruising. You should anticipate a drive that feels more like a series of connected segments than a singular, open stretch of pavement.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 44 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

NY 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 117.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 257.6 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 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 27 key points

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

7.5 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

7.7 mi into trip | ~13m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

14.7 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah

29.8 mi into trip | ~43m in | NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17 toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State...

210.3 mi into trip | ~4h 11m in

Take the exit toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville

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 29A Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville

Towns Along This Route

Between Manhattan, NY and Boonville, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South, Gsp North, Newark, Mahwah, New York State Thruway North: Albany and Dolgeville.

Gsp South

14.6 mi in | ~23m

Gsp North

14.6 mi in | ~23m

Newark

14.6 mi in | ~23m

Mahwah

14.6 mi in | ~23m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

29.8 mi in | ~43m | via NY 17

Dolgeville

210.3 mi in | ~4h 11m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
NY 17	117.5 mi	2h 15m
New York State Thruway	63 mi	1h 12m
NJ 17	14.7 mi	18m
State Highway 28	11.7 mi	17m
State Highway 12	11.2 mi	15m
West Monroe Street	9.7 mi	15m
Erwin Parkway	7.4 mi	8m
NJ 4	6.7 mi	9m

Longest stretch: NY 17 — 117.5 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Manhattan, NY and Boonville, NY.

Start on 86th Street Transverse

0.2 mi · 38 sec · 86th Street Transverse

Continue on West 86th Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · West 86th Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto Amsterdam Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Amsterdam Avenue

Turn left onto West 96th Street

0.3 mi · 36 sec · West 96th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the ramp

448 ft · 11 sec

Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway

Merge onto HH; NY 9A

3.5 mi · 5 min · Henry Hudson Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 42 sec

Exit 14 Toward I 95: George Washington Brigde Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, New Jersey

Merge onto I 95; US 1; US 9

0.4 mi · 43 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4

Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

118 mi · 2 hr 15 min · NY 17

Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

63 mi · 1 hr 12 min · New York State Thruway

Toward I 90 West: Buffalo

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 29A Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 54 sec · this road

Continue on NY 169

1.9 mi · 2 min · NY 169

At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169

0.7 mi · 1 min · NY 5; NY 167; NY 169

Turn right onto NY 167

0.3 mi · 36 sec · South Ann Street

At end of road, turn left onto NY 169

9.7 mi · 15 min · West Monroe Street

Continue on NY 28

3.2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 28

Continue on NY 28

1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 28

2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 28

Continue on NY 28

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Continue on NY 8; NY 28

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Highway 8

Turn right onto NY 28

6.0 mi · 8 min · State Highway 28

Turn right onto NY 12

11 mi · 15 min · State Highway 12

Continue on NY 12; NY 28

7.4 mi · 8 min · Erwin Parkway

Turn left onto Schuyler Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Schuyler Street

At end of road, turn right onto NY 12D

83 ft · 2 sec · Main Street

Turn slight left onto NY 12D

282 ft · 9 sec · East Schuyler Street

At end of road, turn left onto NY 46

31 ft · 2 sec · Post Street

Turn right onto Schuyler Street

158 ft · 6 sec · Schuyler Street

Arrive at destination

Schuyler Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 5-hour and 20-minute journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset. Since the route is entirely local, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion that often slows down city-based road networks. Keep a close eye on your navigation system, as the lack of highway segments means you will be making frequent turns rather than following a single road for long distances. Having your fuel budget of $41 ready in advance will help streamline your trip, as local stops may not be as predictable as interstate service plazas. Staying flexible with your timing is your best advantage on this technical, turn-heavy route.

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 128.8 miles from Manhattan, NY, or about 2h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 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 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 128.8 miles or 2h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boonville, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, NY

This is one driving day of about 257.6 miles and 5h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manhattan, 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 NY 17 for about 117.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 128.8 mi from Manhattan, NY · 2h 37m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

129 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.8 miles from Manhattan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.5 miles.

Arriving in Boonville, NY

The final approach into Boonville, 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 Boonville, NY.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$41.94 one way

$83.87 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$45.45	$90.89
premium	$4.88	$49.52	$99.04
diesel	$5.64	$57.23	$114.46

Estimated Tolls: $19.15

George Washington Bridge $16.00

New York State Thruway (63 mi) $3.15

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

$42

Tolls

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 90.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	77.3	0	$27.05	$12.36
Efficient EV	64.4	0	$22.54	$10.30
EV Truck/SUV	103	1	$36.06	$16.49

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 3 days ago

Origin

Manhattan, NY

Night in Manhattan on Sunday

Local time

10:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Boonville, NY

Night in Boonville on Sunday

Local time

10:12 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

14 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

5h 20m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Manhattan, NY to Boonville, NY covers 257.6 miles and takes about 5h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are NY 17, New York State Thruway, NJ 17. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 128.8 miles from Manhattan, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.94 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Manhattan, NY and Boonville, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South, Gsp North, Newark, Mahwah, New York State Thruway North: Albany and Dolgeville.