Origin
Manhattan, NY
Afternoon in Manhattan on Friday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manhattan, NY to Keuka Park, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 4m
Distance
287.8 mi
463 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 52m
★
6 AM
6h 5m
8 AM
6h 30m
10 AM
6h 14m
12 PM
6h 11m
3 PM
6h 15m
5 PM
6h 29m
8 PM
5h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manhattan, NY
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Keuka Park, NY
James Mirakian
Trip Overview
Embark on a 287.8-mile journey from Manhattan, NY, to Keuka Park, NY, a trip that can be comfortably completed in about 6 hours and 4 minutes. This drive is primarily on major highways, making it a feasible day trip, though you could easily extend it with an overnight stop if desired. You'll navigate using I-86, I-81, and Christopher Columbus Highway, with about 60% of the drive on these faster roads. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $47, and with only one recommended stop, it's a fairly direct path. This drive takes you from the bustling Northeast region to a more relaxed part of New York.
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
143.9 miles from Manhattan, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 4m. Total distance: 287.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 60% of your travel time spent on highways like I-86 and I-81. Expect stretches of consistent speed where you can cover ground efficiently, including one segment of 60.9 miles on I-86 without needing to exit. While the majority is highway, the profile suggests you'll also encounter some varied road conditions as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience both the ease of interstate travel and potentially more winding or local roads later in the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 86 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.9 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 0.4 miles in near Columbus Avenue.
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 28 significant decision points across 287.8 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 0.4 miles (Columbus Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (West 41st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Columbus Avenue
Turn left onto Columbus Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
2.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
West 41st Street
Turn right onto West 41st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
6
6.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
8
6.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manhattan, NY and Keuka Park, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Cr 64: Watkins Glen.
Del Water Gap
27.8 mi in
|
~40m
Mahwah
28 mi in
|
~40m
|
via I 80W
Cr 64: Watkins Glen
239.2 mi in
|
~4h 52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 86 | 60.9 mi | 1h 11m |
| I 81 | 58.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 44.6 mi | 52m |
| I 380 | 27.7 mi | 30m |
| North Madison Avenue | 21.8 mi | 29m |
| Keystone Shortway | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| Watkins Road | 11.6 mi | 15m |
| US 46 | 10.8 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
I 86
— 60.9 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manhattan, NY and Keuka Park, NY.
1
Start on 86th Street Transverse
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
86th Street Transverse
2
Continue on West 86th Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 86th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto Columbus Avenue
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Columbus Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on 9th Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
9th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto West 41st Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West 41st Street
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto Galvin Avenue
262 ft
·
11 sec
·
Galvin Avenue
Toward Lincoln Tunnel
7
Take the ramp
477 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto NY 495
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
453 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto NJ 3
10 mi
·
12 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 46
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 46
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap
14
Continue on I 80W
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Interstate 80 West
Toward I 287: Morristown, Mahwah
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Merge onto I 80
45 mi
·
52 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Keystone Shortway
19
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 293
Toward I 380 North: Scranton
20
Continue on I 380
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 380
Use the straight lane.
21
Merge onto I 81
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17
61 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 86; NY 17
Toward I 86: Corning
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 52A
Toward NY 14 North, CR 64: Watkins Glen
24
Turn left onto CR 64
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
County Road 64
25
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
26
Merge onto NY 14
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Westinghouse Road
27
At end of road, turn left onto NY 14
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Watkins Road
28
Continue on NY 14
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
29
Continue on NY 14
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Watkins Road
30
Continue on NY 14
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Franklin Street
Use the straight lane.
31
Continue on NY 14
385 ft
·
5 sec
·
Lake Shore Drive
32
Continue on NY 14
22 mi
·
29 min
·
North Madison Avenue
33
Turn left onto NY 54
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 54
34
Continue on NY 54
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Clinton Street
35
Turn left onto NY 54
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Main Street
36
Turn right onto NY 54
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Elm Street
37
Turn left onto Central Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue
38
Arrive at destination
Central Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Manhattan to bypass peak traffic. With just one stop recommended, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point. The estimated fuel cost of $47 is a good baseline, but keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longest 60.9-mile stretch on I-86. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have flexibility; however, if you prefer a more relaxed pace, an overnight stay could be beneficial. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your navigation is set to avoid tolls if you're looking to optimize cost, though this might add some time.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 143.9 miles from Manhattan, NY, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.9 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 63 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.9 miles or 2h 59m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Keuka Park, 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 287.8 miles and 6h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 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 I 86 for about 60.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 143.9 mi from Manhattan, NY · 2h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
144 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 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 143.9 miles from Manhattan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.9 miles.
Arriving in Keuka Park, NY
The final approach into Keuka Park, 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 Keuka Park, 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
$47.37 one way
$94.75 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
101 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $51.23 | $102.45 |
| premium | $4.92 | $55.78 | $111.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $63.54 | $127.09 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
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
$47
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.3 | 1 | $30.22 | $13.81 |
| Efficient EV | 72 | 0 | $25.18 | $11.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 115.1 | 1 | $40.29 | $18.42 |
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 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.
Destination
Keuka Park, NY
Afternoon in Keuka Park on Friday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°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
12 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
6h 4m 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 Manhattan, NY to Keuka Park, NY covers 287.8 miles and takes about 6h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 86, I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 143.9 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 $47.37 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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 287.8 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 0.4 miles (Columbus Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (West 41st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Manhattan, NY and Keuka Park, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Cr 64: Watkins Glen.
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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