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5h 58m
Distance
289.4 mi
466 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rome, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Traveling from Rome to New York City covers 289.4 miles and typically takes about 5 hours and 58 minutes. Since this is a highway-focused journey through the Northeast, it is manageable as a single-day trip if you are comfortable with a full day behind the wheel. You should budget approximately $46 for fuel to cover the distance. While the route is straightforward, the shift from central New York down toward the metropolitan area means traffic levels will increase significantly as you approach your destination. Planning for one designated stop will help keep you fresh for the final leg of the drive.
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
144.7 miles from Rome, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 1m into the drive .
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed transit, with highways accounting for 61% of your total travel time. You will spend a significant portion of the journey on I-87 and the Adirondack Northway, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 118.6 miles. As you transition onto NJ-17 toward the city, the road personality shifts from open highway cruising to more congested, urban-adjacent driving. This route is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely backroads, making it a functional connection between the two points. Stay alert, as the rhythm of the drive changes noticeably once you leave the interstate segments.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
876 ft
Total Descent
1,427 ft
Highest Point
1,026 ft
~20.7 mi in
Elevation Range
992 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 87 and Adirondack Northway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 135.3 miles in near I 87.
Involved — several decision points to watch
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 289.4 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 135.3 miles (I 87): Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one; at 136.1 miles (I 87): Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 253.8 miles (NY 17): Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Between Rome, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
Albany
New York
Buffalo
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 87 | 118.6 mi | 2h 17m |
| Adirondack Northway | 103.7 mi | 2h 1m |
| NJ 17 | 22.7 mi | 29m |
| State Highway 9N | 17.1 mi | 26m |
| State Highway 73 | 11.5 mi | 16m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| US 9 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rome, NY and New York City, NY.
Start on Ausable Drive
Turn right onto College Street
Turn right onto NY 9N
Continue on NY 73
Turn straight onto US 9
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
Continue on I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 3
Continue on US 1; US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 139
Continue on NJ 139
Continue on I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
Take the exit
Continue on Beach Street
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
Turn right onto Broadway
Arrive at destination
To avoid the worst of the metropolitan congestion, try to time your departure to miss peak morning or afternoon traffic. Since this is a one-day drive, keep your single planned stop brief to maintain your momentum toward the city. Budgeting $46 for gas is a solid baseline, but keep in mind that idling in heavy traffic near your destination can impact your actual fuel consumption. Given the 289.4-mile distance, ensure your vehicle is prepped for a long stint on the Adirondack Northway before you head out. Flexibility is your best asset here, so keep an eye on real-time traffic apps as you navigate the final approach into New York City.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144.7 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Rome, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Rome, NY
This is one driving day of about 289.4 miles and 5h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 144.7 mi from Rome, NY · 3h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 144.7 miles from Rome, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 87 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.6 miles.
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.
Regular Gas
$45.68 one way
$91.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $51.06 | $102.11 |
| premium | $4.86 | $55.38 | $110.77 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $53.48 | $106.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
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
$46
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.8 | 1 | $30.39 | $13.89 |
| Efficient EV | 72.4 | 0 | $25.32 | $11.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 115.8 | 1 | $40.52 | $18.52 |
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Rome on Sunday
Local time
5:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Chance Rain Showers
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Evening in New York City on Sunday
Local time
5:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM 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
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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