Origin
Orwell, NY
Late night in Orwell on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orwell, NY to New York City, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
6h 6m
Distance
291.5 mi
469 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 54m
★
6 AM
6h 7m
8 AM
6h 33m
10 AM
6h 16m
12 PM
6h 13m
3 PM
6h 17m
5 PM
6h 31m
8 PM
5h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orwell, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Orwell to New York City covers approximately 291.5 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 6 minutes of drive time. Because this journey is manageable within a single day, you don't necessarily need an overnight stay to reach your destination. You will primarily utilize I-81, the Keystone Shortway, and I-380 to navigate through the Northeast. Budgeting about $46 for fuel should cover your primary travel costs for the trip. Since you are staying within New York State, the transition is straightforward, though you should prepare for the shift from the rural character of Orwell to the density of the city.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
145.7 miles from Orwell, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This highway-focused route is defined by its efficiency, with 73% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a consistent rhythm early on, as your longest uninterrupted stretch involves 165 miles on I-81. Expect a fairly predictable experience behind the wheel, as the route prioritizes speed and directness over technical backroads. As you transition between the various interstates, the road environment will remain largely consistent, providing a steady, reliable pace for the duration of your trip. It is a functional drive designed to get you from the northern part of the state to the metro area as quickly as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 165 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 121.2 miles in near I 81.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 291.5 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 121.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 174.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 179 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 26 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
121.2 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
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I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
174.5 mi into trip
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~3h 35m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
6
179 mi into trip
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~3h 40m in
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I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380 toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
7
286.6 mi into trip
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~5h 54m in
Take the exit toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
8
286.8 mi into trip
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~5h 55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Orwell, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.
Mt Pocono
174.5 mi in
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~3h 35m
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via US 6
Milford
175.3 mi in
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~3h 36m
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via I 84; I 380
Newark
266.9 mi in
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~5h 27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 165 mi | 3h 15m |
| Keystone Shortway | 63.3 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Essex Freeway | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Richland Road | 3.4 mi | 7m |
| Holland Tunnel | 2 mi | 4m |
| Newark-Jersey City Turnpike | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 165 mi, about 3h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orwell, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on CR 22
81 ft
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5 sec
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County Route 22
2
Continue on CR 2
1.6 mi
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3 min
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County Route 2
3
Continue on CR 2
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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Richland-Orwell Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto North Ridge Road
182 ft
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5 sec
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North Ridge Road
5
Turn right onto County Route 48
446 ft
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12 sec
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County Route 48
6
Continue on CR 2
3.4 mi
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7 min
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Richland Road
7
Continue on CR 2
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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Maple Avenue
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 11
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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North Jefferson Street
9
Turn left onto US 11
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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Salina Street
10
Turn left onto NY 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Rome Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 81 South
12
Merge onto I 81
28 mi
·
32 min
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I 81
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I-81
0.5 mi
·
33 sec
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I-81
14
Continue on I 81
11 mi
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14 min
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I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I-81
0.8 mi
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48 sec
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I-81
16
Continue on I 81
73 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
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I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
21
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
22
Merge onto I 80
63 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
24
Continue on I 280
16 mi
·
20 min
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Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17A
Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
26
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
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43 sec
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New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
30
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight lane.
31
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Conrail Viaduct
32
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
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32 sec
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12th Street Viaduct
33
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
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54 sec
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12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi
·
4 min
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Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
35
Take the exit
305 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
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Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker Street
Use the straight lane.
37
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
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Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Broadway
Use the straight lane.
39
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 6-hour journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the drive is a single-day commitment, departing early in the morning can help you avoid the most intense traffic as you approach New York City. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long 165-mile stretch on I-81, as you will want to time your stops strategically to maintain your momentum. Because the route relies heavily on major interstates, check for construction or traffic delays on I-81 and I-380 before you pull out of your driveway. Having this flexibility allows you to adjust your departure time to ensure a smoother arrival.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.7 miles from Orwell, NY, or about 3h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 165 miles.
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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.7 miles or 3h 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 4h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Orwell, 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 Orwell, NY
This is one driving day of about 291.5 miles and 6h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Orwell, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 165 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.7 mi from Orwell, NY · 3h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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 145.7 miles from Orwell, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 165 miles.
Arriving in New York City, NY
The final approach into New York City, 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 New York City, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.98 one way
$95.97 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $51.88 | $103.77 |
| premium | $4.92 | $56.50 | $113.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.36 | $128.72 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.14
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
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
$48
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.5 | 1 | $30.61 | $13.99 |
| Efficient EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.51 | $11.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.6 | 1 | $40.81 | $18.66 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
New York City, NY
Late night in New York City on Wednesday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 7 to 14 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 8:15PM EDT until April 14 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:57PM EDT until April 14 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 6m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Orwell, NY to New York City, NY covers 291.5 miles and takes about 6h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, I 380. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.7 miles from Orwell, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 291.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 121.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 174.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 179 miles (I 380): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Orwell, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.
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