Origin
Middlefield, NY
Late night in Middlefield on Thursday
Local time
1:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
22.1 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Middlefield, NY
Illya Goloborodko
Chapinville, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
The drive from Middlefield, NY to Chapinville, NY covers 22.1 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 80, State Highway 28, County Highway 52 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.5 miles on State Route 80. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
11 miles from Middlefield, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
This is a 42m highway drive covering 22.1 miles, with most of the trip on State Route 80 and State Highway 28. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.5 miles on State Route 80.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 80 and State Highway 28. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near NY 166.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (NY 166): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (CR 52 / County Highway 52): Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (County Road 33): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto NY 166
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto CR 52 / County Highway 52
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto County Road 33
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp left onto NY 80 / Chestnut Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto NY 51 / State Highway 51
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 80 | 8.5 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 28 | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| County Highway 52 | 3.3 mi | 8m |
| NY 166 | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 51 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Glen Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| County Highway 35 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Susquehanna Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Middlefield, NY and Chapinville, NY.
Start on CR 35
Continue on CR 35
Turn left onto NY 166
Turn right onto CR 52
Turn right onto County Road 33
Turn slight left onto County Highway 52
Continue on Susquehanna Avenue
Turn sharp left onto NY 80
Turn right onto NY 28; NY 80
Continue on NY 28; NY 80
Turn left onto NY 80; NY 205
Turn right onto NY 51
Turn left onto Chapin Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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 22 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chapinville, NY than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Middlefield, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Middlefield, NY
This is one driving day of about 22.1 miles and 42m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11 mi from Middlefield, NY · 22m into the drive
A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 11 miles from Middlefield, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Chapinville, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$3.64 one way
$7.28 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $3.93 | $7.87 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.32 | $1.06 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.09 | $1.41 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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 Middlefield on Thursday
Local time
1:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Chapinville on Thursday
Local time
1:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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