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7h 22m
Distance
356.8 mi
574 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Canton, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Traveling from New York City to Canton covers 356.8 miles of New York State, typically taking about 7 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey bridges the gap between the metropolitan Northeast and the northern reaches of the state, you should plan for a full day of driving. While it is possible to complete the trip in a single day, the seven-plus hour duration makes for a long haul, so budget roughly $56 for fuel before you head out. You will primarily navigate via NY 17 and the New York State Thruway, eventually transitioning onto East Main Street as you arrive. Given the length and the turn-heavy nature of the final segments, this route serves best as a straightforward, single-day transit rather than a leisurely multi-day excursion.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
178.4 miles from New York City, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .
Expect a varied experience as you transition from high-speed corridors to more technical local stretches. Only 58% of this trip is spent on highways, meaning you will spend a significant portion of your time navigating local roads that demand your full attention. The longest uninterrupted highway stretch lasts for 117.5 miles on NY 17, providing a steady rhythm before the route shifts into a more turn-heavy, local-road profile. As you pull away from the major interstate portions, the character of the drive becomes noticeably more intimate. Be prepared to shift your driving style from the fluid pace of the Thruway to the more frequent adjustments required on the final approach to Canton.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,122 ft
Total Descent
239 ft
Highest Point
916 ft
~267.6 mi in
Elevation Range
882 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 356.8 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 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles (NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 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 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
Between New York City, NY and Canton, NY, road signs point toward New York State Thruway North: Albany and Dolgeville.
New York State Thruway North: Albany
Dolgeville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 117.5 mi | 2h 15m |
| New York State Thruway | 63 mi | 1h 12m |
| East Main Street | 23.8 mi | 27m |
| NJ 17 | 22.9 mi | 28m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.6 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 812 | 16.7 mi | 20m |
| Indian River Road | 16.1 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 12 | 12 mi | 16m |
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Canton, NY.
Start on Broadway
Turn right onto Chambers Street
Turn right onto Church Street
Turn left onto Reade Street
Turn right onto Hudson Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Hudson Street
Take the exit
Merge onto I 78
Continue on I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139
Continue on NJ 139
Continue on NJ 139
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
Turn straight onto NJ 3
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on 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
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Continue on NY 169
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
Turn right onto NY 167
At end of road, turn left onto NY 169
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 8; NY 28
Turn right onto NY 28
Turn right onto NY 12
Continue on NY 12; NY 28
Continue on NY 12
Continue on NY 12
Turn right onto Ross Road
Continue on East State Street
At end of road, turn right onto NY 812
Continue on NY 812
Continue on NY 812
At end of road, turn right onto NY 3; NY 812
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
Continue on NY 812
Continue on NY 812
Turn left onto NY 58; NY 812
Continue on NY 58; NY 812
Turn right onto US 11; NY 812
Turn right onto US 11; NY 68
Arrive at destination
To make the most of your 7-hour and 22-minute drive, try to depart early in the morning to beat the initial congestion leaving New York City. You should plan for at least two deliberate stops to break up the 356.8-mile distance and keep your energy levels consistent. Since the final phase of the trip is turn-heavy, stay alert during the last leg to handle the transition from high-speed highways to local streets smoothly. Keep your fuel budget of $56 in mind and consider refueling during your second stop to ensure you have plenty of range for those winding local sections. Flexibility is your friend here, so adjust your pace if traffic patterns on the New York State Thruway become unpredictable.
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.
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 178.4 miles or 3h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Canton, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New York City, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New York City, NY
This is one driving day of about 356.8 miles and 7h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 178.4 mi from New York City, NY · 3h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
178 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 178.4 miles from New York City, 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 117.5 miles.
The final approach into Canton, 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 Canton, 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.
Regular Gas
$56.32 one way
$112.63 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $62.95 | $125.89 |
| premium | $4.86 | $68.28 | $136.57 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $65.94 | $131.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $19.15
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
$56
Tolls
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$100–$125
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107 | 1 | $37.46 | $17.13 |
| Efficient EV | 89.2 | 1 | $31.22 | $14.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 142.7 | 1 | $49.95 | $22.84 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in New York City on Sunday
Local time
5:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Evening in Canton on Sunday
Local time
5:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
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.
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