Origin
Saratoga Springs, NY
Night in Saratoga Springs on Wednesday
Local time
9:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Saratoga Springs, NY to Schenectady, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
23.2 mi
37 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saratoga Springs, NY
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Schenectady, NY
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between Saratoga Springs and Schenectady, you are in for a quick 23.2-mile journey. Expect to spend about 39 minutes on the road, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate using a combination of the Adirondack Northway, Broadway, and Round Lake Road. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, this is an incredibly cost-effective commute through the Northeast. Because this is a short, straightforward transition within New York, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits you best.
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
11.6 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway haul. You will find that the highway share is 0%, meaning you will spend your time navigating local surface streets rather than cruising on open interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a brief 5.5-mile segment on the Adirondack Northway. As you progress, the road changes from the local character of Broadway into the winding turns of the secondary roads, keeping you engaged behind the wheel for the duration of the 39-minute trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Adirondack Northway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
366 ft
216 ft
Total Climb
248 ft
Total Descent
310 ft
Highest Point
366 ft
~14.9 mi in
Elevation Range
150 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 9; NY 29; NY 50 / Broadway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 17 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 (US 9; NY 29; NY 50 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (CR 80 / Round Lake Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 9; NY 29; NY 50 / Broadway
Turn left onto US 9; NY 29; NY 50 / Broadway
Navigation decision point
6
10.2 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward Round Lake, Burnt Hills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 11
Toward Round Lake, Burnt Hills
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
CR 80 / Round Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto CR 80 / Round Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
10.8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
CR 80 / Round Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto CR 80 / Round Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
22.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Huron Street
Turn right onto Huron Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Saratoga Springs, NY and Schenectady, NY, road signs point toward Round Lake and Burnt Hills.
Round Lake
10.2 mi in
|
~14m
Burnt Hills
10.2 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Northway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Broadway | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Round Lake Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Ashdown Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Aqueduct Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Schauber Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Balltown Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Blue Barns Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Adirondack Northway
— 5.5 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saratoga Springs, NY and Schenectady, NY.
1
Start on NY 29
65 ft
·
8 sec
·
Lake Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 9; NY 29; NY 50
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Broadway
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 87 South
4
Merge onto I 87
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Adirondack Northway
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 11
Toward Round Lake, Burnt Hills
6
Turn right onto CR 80
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Round Lake Road
7
Enter roundabout onto CR 80
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Round Lake Road
8
Continue on CR 80
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Round Lake Road
9
Enter roundabout onto CR 80
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
Round Lake Road
10
Continue on CR 80
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Round Lake Road
11
Continue on CR 80
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Round Lake Road
12
Continue on CR 80
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Schauber Road
13
Turn left onto Ashdown Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Ashdown Road
14
Turn left onto CR 110
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Blue Barns Road
15
Continue on NY 146
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Balltown Road
16
Enter roundabout onto CR 10
34 ft
·
0 sec
·
Aqueduct Road
17
Continue on CR 10
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Aqueduct Road
18
Continue on Van Vranken Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Van Vranken Avenue
19
Continue on Van Vranken Avenue
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Van Vranken Avenue
20
Turn right onto Alexander Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Alexander Street
21
Turn left onto Foster Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Foster Avenue
22
At end of road, turn right onto Nott Street
332 ft
·
10 sec
·
Nott Street
23
Turn left onto Park Place
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Park Place
24
Turn right onto Huron Street
403 ft
·
11 sec
·
Huron Street
25
Continue on Barrett Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Barrett Street
26
Continue on Clinton Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Clinton Street
27
Turn right onto Franklin Street
261 ft
·
9 sec
·
Franklin Street
28
Turn right onto Jay Street
217 ft
·
6 sec
·
Jay Street
29
Arrive at destination
Jay Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short drive with zero planned stops, you have the advantage of being able to depart on your own timeline without needing to worry about long-distance pacing. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route requires your full attention compared to a standard interstate drive. You should budget about $4 for fuel to cover the 23.2-mile distance comfortably. Because the route relies on local roads rather than long stretches of highway, try to avoid peak local traffic hours to ensure you maintain that 39-minute travel time. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Schenectady exactly when you need to be there.
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 11.6 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.5 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 23 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.6 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Schenectady, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Saratoga Springs, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Saratoga Springs, NY
This is one driving day of about 23.2 miles and 39m.
At 23.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Adirondack Northway for about 5.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.6 mi from Saratoga Springs, NY · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.6 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Schenectady, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Schenectady, 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
$3.82 one way
$7.64 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.50 | $8.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.12 | $10.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.03 | $0.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Schenectady, NY
Night in Schenectady on Wednesday
Local time
9:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
7 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
39m 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 Saratoga Springs, NY to Schenectady, NY covers 23.2 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adirondack Northway, Broadway, Round Lake Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.6 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.82 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 39m drive. You will face about 17 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 9; NY 29; NY 50 / Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (CR 80 / Round Lake Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Saratoga Springs, NY and Schenectady, NY, road signs point toward Round Lake and Burnt Hills.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 216 ft to 366 ft elevation with about 248 ft of total climbing.
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