How far is Albany, NY from Schuyler Falls, NY?
The driving distance from Albany, NY to Schuyler Falls, NY is about 152.6 miles (245.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.9 miles (220.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 08m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Albany and Schuyler Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albany and Schuyler Falls.
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Start on the route
9 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Washington Avenue
2407 ft · 1 min · Washington Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Central Avenue
745 ft · 25 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Henry Johnson Boulevard
2.1 mi · 3 min · Henry Johnson Boulevard
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Continue on Loudon Road
5.7 mi · 11 min · Loudon Road
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Take the ramp left
553 ft · 13 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
2322 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
137.7 mi · 2 hr 40 min · Adirondack Northway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 442: Peru, Valcour
1782 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto Bear Swamp Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Bear Swamp Road
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Turn right onto Main Street
1073 ft · 35 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto State Highway 22B
541 ft · 11 sec · State Highway 22B
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Continue on Pleasant Street
4.2 mi · 7 min · Pleasant Street
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Turn left onto Felton Road
25 m · 2 sec · Felton Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Felton Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Albany and Schuyler Falls.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Adirondack Northway
Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
138 mi · 02h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Albany and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Schuyler Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Albany to Schuyler Falls?
The road trip is about 152.6 miles (245.6 km) and usually takes 03h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Johnsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.3 miles from Albany and 76.3 miles from Schuyler Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.9 miles (220.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:44 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.61 one way or $43.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Albany and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Schuyler Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Johnsburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Albany and Schuyler Falls. Straight-line distance: 136.89 mi (220.31 km).
#1 Albany
The capital of New York State.
| Population | 95,429 |
| Coordinates | 42.6525800, -73.7562300 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Schuyler Falls
Town in New York state
| Population | 5,100 |
| Coordinates | 44.6286600, -73.5579100 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: Schuyler Falls (-73.55791, 44.62866)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.01 | $21.61 | $43.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $24.15 | $48.31 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $26.20 | $52.40 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $25.30 | $50.60 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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