Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
48.7 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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East Fishkill, NY
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The drive from Ramapo, NY to East Fishkill, NY covers 48.7 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on New York State Thruway, I 84, State Route 52 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.2 miles on New York State Thruway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 48.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
The drive from Ramapo, NY to East Fishkill, NY covers 48.7 miles and takes about 1h 2m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.7 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.7 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 84, NY 300, NY 17K: Scranton, Newburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 84, NY 300: Danbury, Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 84 East: Danbury
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto I 84
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto NY 52 / State Route 52
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ramapo, NY and East Fishkill, NY, road signs point toward Newburgh and Scranton.
Newburgh
Scranton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 28.2 mi | 32m |
| I 84 | 14 mi | 16m |
| State Route 52 | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| iPark Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Torne Valley Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Orange Turnpike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Torne Brook Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lake Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Ramapo, NY and East Fishkill, NY.
Start on Lake Street
Turn left onto Torne Brook Road
Turn right onto CR 95
Turn right onto NY 59
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 87
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on this road
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 84
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on CR 27
Turn right onto NY 52
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.3 mi from Ramapo, NY · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Ramapo, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into East Fishkill, 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.
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $8.67 | $17.34 |
| premium | $4.92 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.46
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.82 | $3.12 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Morning in Ramapo on Friday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 8:18PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Morning in East Fishkill on Friday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
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.
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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