Origin
Richfield Springs, NY
Late night in Richfield Springs on Thursday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richfield Springs, NY to Chapinville, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
35m
Distance
19.8 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richfield Springs, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Chapinville, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
The drive from Richfield Springs, NY to Chapinville, NY covers 19.8 miles and takes about 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 28, State Route 80, State Highway 51 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.6 miles on State Highway 28. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.26 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
9.9 miles from Richfield Springs, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 35m highway drive covering 19.8 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 28 and State Route 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.6 miles on State Highway 28.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 28 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 28 and State Route 80. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near NY 28 / Prospect Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Richfield Springs, NY to Chapinville, NY is easy. At 35m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (NY 28 / Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (NY 51 / State Highway 51): Navigation decision point; at 19.5 miles (Chapin 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.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NY 28 / Prospect Street
Turn left onto NY 28 / Prospect Street
Navigation decision point
4
18.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
NY 51 / State Highway 51
Turn right onto NY 51 / State Highway 51
Navigation decision point
3
19.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
Chapin Road
Turn left onto Chapin Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 28 | 8.6 mi | 15m |
| State Route 80 | 8.5 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 51 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Lake Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Chapin Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Prospect Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 28
— 8.6 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richfield Springs, NY and Chapinville, NY.
1
Start on US 20
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 28
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Continue on NY 28
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Lake Road
4
Continue on NY 28
6.6 mi
·
12 min
·
State Highway 28
5
Continue on NY 28
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 28
6
Turn slight right
302 ft
·
5 sec
7
Continue on NY 80; NY 205
8.5 mi
·
14 min
·
State Route 80
8
Turn right onto NY 51
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 51
9
Turn left onto Chapin Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Chapin Road
10
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 9.9 miles from Richfield Springs, NY, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.6 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 19.8 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.9 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
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 Springs, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Richfield Springs, NY
This is one driving day of about 19.8 miles and 35m.
At 19.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 28 for about 8.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.9 mi from Richfield Springs, NY · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.9 miles from Richfield Springs, 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
$3.26 one way
$6.52 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $3.52 | $7.05 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.37 | $8.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
12:01 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
3 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
35m 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 Springs, NY to Chapinville, NY covers 19.8 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 28, State Route 80, State Highway 51. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.9 miles from Richfield Springs, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.26 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.
The drive from Richfield Springs, NY to Chapinville, NY is easy. At 35m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (NY 28 / Prospect Street): Navigation decision point; at 18.1 miles (NY 51 / State Highway 51): Navigation decision point; at 19.5 miles (Chapin Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Richfield Springs, NY to Chapinville, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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