Origin
Solvay, NY
Morning in Solvay on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Solvay, NY to Clay, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
21m
Distance
14.6 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Solvay, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Clay, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Solvay, NY to Clay, NY covers 14.6 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 81, State Route 31, Hiawatha Boulevard West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.1 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.40 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.3 miles from Solvay, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 21m highway drive covering 14.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 81 and State Route 31. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.1 miles on I 81.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and State Route 31. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Hall Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (Hall Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Milton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (Hiawatha Boulevard West): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hall Avenue
Turn left onto Hall Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Milton Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Milton Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Hiawatha Boulevard West
Turn left onto Hiawatha Boulevard West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 81
Merge onto I 81
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
11.3 mi into trip
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~17m in
Take the exit toward NY 31: Cicero, Bridgeport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 30
Toward NY 31: Cicero, Bridgeport
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Solvay, NY to Clay, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Bridgeport along the way.
Bridgeport
11.3 mi in
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~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| State Route 31 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Hiawatha Boulevard West | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Seymour Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Erie Boulevard West | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Milton Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Hall Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Woods Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 8.1 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Solvay, NY and Clay, NY.
1
Start on Woods Road
291 ft
·
18 sec
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Woods Road
2
Turn left onto Hall Avenue
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Hall Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto Milton Avenue
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Milton Avenue
4
Turn left onto Erie Boulevard West
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Erie Boulevard West
5
Turn left onto Hiawatha Boulevard West
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Hiawatha Boulevard West
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
7
Merge onto I 81
8.1 mi
·
9 min
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I 81
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 30
Toward NY 31: Cicero, Bridgeport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto NY 31
0.9 mi
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1 min
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East Seymour Street
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on NY 31
2.2 mi
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2 min
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State Route 31
11
Arrive at destination
NY 31
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 7.3 miles from Solvay, NY, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.1 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 14.6 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.3 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clay, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Solvay, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Solvay, NY
This is one driving day of about 14.6 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Solvay, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 8.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.3 mi from Solvay, NY · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 14.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.3 miles from Solvay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clay, NY
The final approach into Clay, 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 Clay, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.40 one way
$4.81 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.60 | $5.20 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.22 | $6.45 |
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: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
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
Clay, NY
Morning in Clay on Wednesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
8 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
21m 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 Solvay, NY to Clay, NY covers 14.6 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, State Route 31, Hiawatha Boulevard West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.3 miles from Solvay, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.40 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.6 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hall Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Milton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (Hiawatha Boulevard West): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Solvay, NY to Clay, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Bridgeport along the way.
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