Origin
Monticello, NY
Evening in Monticello on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Monticello, NY to Albany, NY
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
102.3 mi
165 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 55m
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6 AM
2h 4m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 10m
12 PM
2h 8m
3 PM
2h 11m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Monticello, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Monticello to Albany covers 102.3 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trek through the Northeast, it serves perfectly as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget about $16 for fuel to complete the journey. Since there are zero scheduled stops on this route, you have the flexibility to power through or pull over as your schedule permits. This drive stays entirely within New York, keeping you in the familiar Northeast region from start to finish.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.2 miles from Monticello, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via Pleasant Street, Highway 42, and Main Street, keeping your focus sharp as you transition between these local roads. With no long, uninterrupted stretches—even Pleasant Street offers no significant highway-speed segments—the experience is consistently engaging. This is a hands-on drive that requires your full attention on the curves and intersections. Prepare for a steady, rhythmic pace that contrasts sharply with the high-speed monotony of major interstates.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Pleasant Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Monticello, NY to Albany, NY is easy. At 2h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Monticello, NY to Albany, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 42 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 52 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 209 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 28 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Pleasant Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello, NY and Albany, NY.
1
Start on Broadway
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn left onto Pleasant Street
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Pleasant Street
3
Continue on State Highway 42
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 42
4
Continue on Main Street
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Main Street
5
Continue on State Highway 42
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 42
6
Turn straight onto State Highway 52
12 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 52
7
Turn left onto South Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
8
Continue on United States Highway 209
16 mi
·
19 min
·
United States Highway 209
9
Continue on Main Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Clayton 'Peg Leg' Bates Highway
11
Take the exit slight right
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
12
Merge slight left onto State Route 28
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
State Route 28
13
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Kingston Traffic Circle
341 ft
·
4 sec
·
Kingston Traffic Circle
14
Exit the rotary onto I 87: New York State Thruway
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 87: New York State Thruway
15
Keep slight right
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
16
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
50 mi
·
57 min
·
New York State Thruway
17
Take the exit slight right toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
18
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
2 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
20
Turn straight onto Quay Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Quay Street
21
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
1 min
22
Turn left onto Pine Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Pine Street
23
Turn right onto Washington Avenue
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Washington Avenue
24
Turn left
30 ft
·
2 sec
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 2-hour drive, you have the advantage of total departure flexibility. If you prefer quiet roads, try leaving early in the morning to avoid local traffic patterns that might build up on Main Street or Highway 42. Because the route is short and lacks formal stops, make sure to handle your refueling and personal breaks before heading out, or plan your own brief intervals along the way. Keep a close watch on your navigation, as the reliance on local roads means you will be making frequent turns rather than just cruising. A great way to stay comfortable is to map out your own rest points along the 102.3-mile path before you leave Monticello.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.2 miles from Monticello, NY, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.2 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albany, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Monticello, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Monticello, NY
This is one driving day of about 102.3 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monticello, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.2 mi from Monticello, NY · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.2 miles from Monticello, 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
$16.65 one way
$33.31 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $18.05 | $36.09 |
| premium | $4.88 | $19.67 | $39.33 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.73 | $45.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.74 | $4.91 |
| Efficient EV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.9 | 0 | $14.32 | $6.55 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Evening in Albany on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
51 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
6 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 3m 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 Monticello, NY to Albany, NY covers 102.3 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pleasant Street, Highway 42, Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.2 miles from Monticello, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.65 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.
The drive from Monticello, NY to Albany, NY is easy. At 2h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Monticello, NY to Albany, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Monticello, NY to Albany, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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