Origin
North Elba, NY
Afternoon in North Elba on Thursday
Local time
12:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Elba, NY to Essex, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Elba, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from North Elba, NY to Essex, NY covers 39.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 9N, State Highway 73, State Highway 22 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.9 miles on State Highway 9N. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 39.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 4m highway drive covering 39.5 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 9N and State Highway 73. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.9 miles on State Highway 9N.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 9N is the longest continuous segment at about 14.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 9N and State Highway 73. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 22 miles in near Water Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from North Elba, NY to Essex, NY is easy. At 1h 4m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.5 miles (CR 59 / Youngs Road): Navigation decision point; at 30.1 miles (CR 8 / Elizabethtown-Wadhams Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
22 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Water Street
Turn left onto Water Street
Navigation decision point
4
27.5 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
CR 59 / Youngs Road
Turn left onto CR 59 / Youngs Road
Navigation decision point
3
30.1 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
CR 8 / Elizabethtown-Wadhams Road
Turn right onto CR 8 / Elizabethtown-Wadhams Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 9N | 14.9 mi | 21m |
| State Highway 73 | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 22 | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Cascade Road | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Station Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Youngs Road | 2.6 mi | 9m |
| Station Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Water Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 9N
— 14.9 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Elba, NY and Essex, NY.
1
Start on NY 73
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Cascade Road
2
Continue on NY 73
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 73
3
Turn straight onto NY 9N; NY 73
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 9N
4
Continue on NY 9N
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 9N
5
Continue on NY 9N
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Route 9N
6
Turn left onto Water Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Water Street
7
Continue on NY 9N
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
River Street
8
Turn left onto NY 9N
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 9N
9
Turn left onto CR 59
2.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Youngs Road
10
Turn right onto CR 8
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Elizabethtown-Wadhams Road
11
Continue on NY 22
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 22
12
Continue on NY 22
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Station Road
13
Continue on NY 22
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Station Street
14
Arrive at destination
NY 22
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from North Elba, NY · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from North Elba, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Essex, NY
The final approach into Essex, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.50 one way
$13.00 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.66 | $15.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Essex, NY
Afternoon in Essex on Thursday
Local time
12:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
35°F
Keene, NY
20 mi in
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
14 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
1h 4m 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 North Elba, NY to Essex, NY covers 39.5 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 9N, State Highway 73, State Highway 22. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from North Elba, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.50 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 North Elba, NY to Essex, NY is easy. At 1h 4m with 68% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 22 miles (Water Street): Navigation decision point; at 27.5 miles (CR 59 / Youngs Road): Navigation decision point; at 30.1 miles (CR 8 / Elizabethtown-Wadhams Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from North Elba, NY to Essex, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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