Origin
Ramapo, NY
Evening in Ramapo on Thursday
Local time
5:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
37.6 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ramapo, NY
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Beacon, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
The drive from Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY covers 37.6 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Torne Brook Road, Torne Valley Road, Orange Turnpike for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 37.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 49m drive with frequent turns across 37.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Torne Brook Road 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY is easy. At 49m 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 Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Torne Brook Road | — | — |
| Torne Valley Road | — | — |
| Orange Turnpike | — | — |
| I 87 North | — | — |
| New York State Thruway | — | — |
| I 84 | — | — |
| I 84 East | — | — |
| NY 9D | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Torne Brook Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ramapo, NY and Beacon, NY.
1
Start on Lake Street
154 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lake Street
2
Turn left onto Torne Brook Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Torne Brook Road
3
Turn right onto Torne Valley Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Torne Valley Road
4
Turn right onto Orange Turnpike
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orange Turnpike
5
Take the ramp left toward I 87 North: New York State Thruway
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 87 North: New York State Thruway
6
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
28 mi
·
32 min
·
New York State Thruway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 84, NY 300, NY 17K: Scranton, Newburgh
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
I 84, NY 300, NY 17K: Scranton, Newburgh
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 84, NY 300: Danbury, Scranton
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 84, NY 300: Danbury, Scranton
9
Continue straight
486 ft
·
12 sec
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East: Danbury
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 84 East: Danbury
11
Merge slight left
4.6 mi
·
5 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward NY 9D: Beacon, Wappingers Falls
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
NY 9D: Beacon, Wappingers Falls
13
Continue on NY 9D: Beacon, Wappingers Falls
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
NY 9D: Beacon, Wappingers Falls
14
Turn right onto North Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Road
15
Continue on North Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue
16
Turn left onto Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.8 mi from Ramapo, NY · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Ramapo, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beacon, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Beacon, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.19 one way
$12.38 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $6.69 | $13.39 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.29 | $14.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.30 | $16.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.41 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Beacon, NY
Evening in Beacon on Thursday
Local time
5:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
--
Unavailable
59°F
Chester, NY
19 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.
Road read
49m 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 Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY covers 37.6 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Torne Brook Road, Torne Valley Road, Orange Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.8 miles from Ramapo, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.19 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 Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY is easy. At 49m 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 Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ramapo, NY to Beacon, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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