Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 17m
Distance
184.4 mi
297 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
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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Middlefield, NY
Illya Goloborodko
This 184.4-mile drive from Manhattan, NY, to Middlefield, NY, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 4 hours and 17 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 97% of the journey on high-speed roads, making it a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $30, and with only one recommended stop, it’s a straightforward trip. This route primarily stays within the Northeast region, offering a direct path between these two New York locations. It's a practical choice if you're looking to cover distance efficiently and arrive at your destination with minimal fuss.
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
92.2 miles from Manhattan, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 184.4-mile trip. You'll primarily be on NY 17 and NJ 17, with NY 145 also playing a role. The high highway share of 97% means you'll likely experience consistent speeds for long stretches. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 71 miles on NY 17, giving you a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. This route prioritizes getting you from point A to point B efficiently, so plan for a driving experience that is predominantly on well-trafficked, faster roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NY 145. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 184.4 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 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 95: George Washington Brigde
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Manhattan, NY and Middlefield, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South, Gsp North, Newark, Mahwah and New York State Thruway North: Albany.
Gsp South
Gsp North
Newark
Mahwah
New York State Thruway North: Albany
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 71 mi | 1h 21m |
| NY 145 | 28.9 mi | 43m |
| NJ 17 | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 165 | 12.1 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 32 | 9.2 mi | 13m |
| State Highway 145 | 7.6 mi | 10m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| NY 32 | 6.2 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Manhattan, NY and Middlefield, NY.
Start on 86th Street Transverse
Continue on West 86th Street
Turn right onto Amsterdam Avenue
Turn left onto West 96th Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto HH; NY 9A
Take the exit
Turn straight
Merge onto I 95; US 1; US 9
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 4
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on I 287; NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
Take the exit
Turn left onto NY 32
Turn straight onto NY 32
Continue on NY 32
Continue on NY 32
At end of road, turn left onto NY 23; NY 32
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 145
Turn right onto NY 145
At end of road, turn left onto NY 7; NY 145
Turn right onto NY 10; NY 145
Turn left onto NY 10
Continue on NY 10
Turn left onto NY 165
At end of road, turn left onto NY 166
Turn left onto CR 35
Continue on CR 35
Arrive at destination
With a total duration of 4 hours and 17 minutes, this trip is comfortably manageable as a day trip. Consider departing Manhattan earlier in the morning, perhaps by 8 AM, to avoid the heaviest city traffic and make the most of daylight for the 184.4-mile journey. The longest stretch of 71 miles on NY 17 offers a chance for a longer break, but remember there's only one stop suggested overall, so plan accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated $30 cost suggests efficient driving, but it's always wise to top up before heading into less populated areas.
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.
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 41 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.2 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middlefield, NY than in the middle of the route.
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 184.4 miles and 4h 17m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.2 mi from Manhattan, NY · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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.
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 92.2 miles from Manhattan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71 miles.
The final approach into Middlefield, 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 Middlefield, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$30.35 one way
$60.71 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $32.82 | $65.64 |
| premium | $4.92 | $35.74 | $71.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.71 | $81.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$30
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.3 | 0 | $19.36 | $8.85 |
| Efficient EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.13 | $7.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.8 | 0 | $25.82 | $11.80 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Manhattan on Thursday
Local time
1:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 12:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Late night in Middlefield on Thursday
Local time
1:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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