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2h 40m
Distance
125.9 mi
203 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
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
Hudson, NY
Peter Olexa
If you are looking to escape the city for a change of pace, the trip from New York City to Hudson covers 125.9 miles in approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach the Hudson Valley without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $20 on fuel for the journey, making it an affordable regional getaway. Navigating primarily via NY 17, NJ 17, and NJ 3, you will transition quickly from the dense Northeast urban environment into the more relaxed atmosphere of the Hudson Valley. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that prioritizes efficiency over coastal or backroad wandering.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
62.9 miles from New York City, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Expect a trip defined by its highway-focused nature, with 90 percent of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself settling into a rhythm during the longest uninterrupted stretch, which spans 83.7 miles along NY 17. While the initial segments involve navigating through New Jersey’s infrastructure, the experience becomes much more consistent once you hit the main highway corridors. The drive maintains a steady, functional pace rather than a technical or winding character. You should anticipate a standard interstate-style experience that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal interruptions.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
486 ft
Total Descent
28 ft
Highest Point
492 ft
~42 mi in
Elevation Range
486 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Complex — stay alert throughout
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 125.9 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.
Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
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 Hudson, NY, road signs point toward New York State Thruway North: Albany, Cairo, Catskill, Tannersville, Hunter and Windham.
New York State Thruway North: Albany
Cairo
Catskill
Tannersville
Hunter
Windham
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 83.7 mi | 1h 36m |
| NJ 17 | 22.9 mi | 28m |
| NJ 3 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| NY 9G | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 23 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Rip Van Winkle Bridge | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Hudson, 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
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto CR 23B
Take the exit
Continue on NY 23
Continue on NY 23
Enter roundabout onto NY 9G; NY 23
Continue on NY 9G; NY 23
Take the exit onto NY 9G; NY 23B
Turn right onto Warren Street
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 125.9-mile journey, plan for one strategic stop to break up the 2-hour and 40-minute duration. Since the route relies heavily on major arteries like NY 17 and NJ 17, keep a close eye on local traffic reports before you depart to avoid potential congestion on the highway stretches. Leaving early in the morning offers the best flexibility, ensuring you arrive in Hudson with plenty of time to explore. Keep your $20 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling stops, as finding a convenient station along the highway is easiest before you reach the final leg of the drive. The high percentage of highway travel means you can maintain a predictable schedule throughout your trip.
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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.9 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hudson, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New York City, NY
This is one driving day of about 125.9 miles and 2h 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.9 mi from New York City, NY · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 62.9 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 83.7 miles.
The final approach into Hudson, 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 Hudson, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.87 one way
$39.74 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $22.21 | $44.42 |
| premium | $4.86 | $24.09 | $48.19 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $23.27 | $46.53 |
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
$20
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.22 | $6.04 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.02 | $5.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.63 | $8.06 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Afternoon in New York City on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Afternoon in Hudson on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
63 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
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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