Origin
Richfield, NY
Late night in Richfield on Thursday
Local time
1:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richfield, NY to Chapinville, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
13.7 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richfield, NY
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Chapinville, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
The drive from Richfield, NY to Chapinville, NY covers 13.7 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 51, County Highway 24, Ryder Valley Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.1 miles on State Highway 51. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.9 miles from Richfield, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 29m highway drive covering 13.7 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 51 and County Highway 24. The longest continuous stretch is about 7.1 miles on State Highway 51.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 51 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 51 and County Highway 24. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 24 / County Highway 24.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 24 / County Highway 24): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (CR 23 / Ryder Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (NY 51 / State Highway 51): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 24 / County Highway 24
Turn left onto CR 24 / County Highway 24
Navigation decision point
4
4.1 mi into trip
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~9m in
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CR 23 / Ryder Valley Road
Turn right onto CR 23 / Ryder Valley Road
Navigation decision point
5
6.3 mi into trip
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~15m in
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NY 51 / State Highway 51
At end of road, turn left onto NY 51 / State Highway 51
Navigation decision point
3
13.4 mi into trip
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~28m in
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Chapin Road
Turn right onto Chapin Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 51 | 7.1 mi | 12m |
| County Highway 24 | 4.1 mi | 9m |
| Ryder Valley Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Chapin Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| County Highway 25 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 51
— 7.1 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richfield, NY and Chapinville, NY.
1
Start on CR 25
135 ft
·
6 sec
·
County Highway 25
2
Turn left onto CR 24
4.1 mi
·
9 min
·
County Highway 24
3
Turn right onto CR 23
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Ryder Valley Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto NY 51
7.1 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 51
5
Turn right onto Chapin Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Chapin Road
6
Arrive at destination
Chapin Road
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 6.9 miles from Richfield, NY, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.1 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 13.7 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chapinville, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Richfield, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Richfield, NY
This is one driving day of about 13.7 miles and 29m.
At 13.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 51 for about 7.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from Richfield, NY · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Richfield, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chapinville, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Chapinville, 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
$2.26 one way
$4.51 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.66 | $5.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.02 | $6.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Chapinville, NY
Late night in Chapinville on Thursday
Local time
1:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 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
29m 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 Richfield, NY to Chapinville, NY covers 13.7 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 51, County Highway 24, Ryder Valley Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from Richfield, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.26 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.
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 24 / County Highway 24): Navigation decision point; at 4.1 miles (CR 23 / Ryder Valley Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.3 miles (NY 51 / State Highway 51): Navigation decision point.
The route from Richfield, NY to Chapinville, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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