How far is Alder Brook, NY from Saranac Lake, NY?
The driving distance from Alder Brook, NY to Saranac Lake, NY is about 20.9 miles (33.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alder Brook and Saranac Lake.
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Start on Alder Brook Road
1.3 mi · 5 min · Alder Brook Road
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Continue on Alder Brook Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · Alder Brook Road
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Turn left onto State Route 3
11.3 mi · 17 min · State Route 3
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Continue on East Main Street
3215 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Saranac Avenue
1706 ft · 29 sec · Saranac Avenue
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Continue on State Route 3
5.2 mi · 8 min · State Route 3
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Continue on Bloomingdale Avenue
1.4 km · 1 min · Bloomingdale Avenue
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Turn left onto Church Street
24 m · 1 sec · Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
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Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
State Route 3
Turn left onto State Route 3
11.3 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alder Brook to Saranac Lake?
The road trip is about 20.9 miles (33.7 km) and usually takes 00h 28m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Harrietstown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.4 miles from Alder Brook and 10.5 miles from Saranac Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.7 miles (25.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.97 one way or $5.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Alder Brook and Showers And Thunderstorms near Saranac Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Harrietstown
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alder Brook and Saranac Lake. Straight-line distance: 15.73 mi (25.31 km).
#1 Alder Brook
Alder Brook is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.5133800, -73.9434800 |
| Altitude | 489 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saranac Lake
Village in New York
| Population | 5,193 |
| Coordinates | 44.3295000, -74.1312700 |
| Altitude | 471 |
| Country | United States |
End: Church Street (-74.131184, 44.329527)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $2.97 | $5.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $3.32 | $6.63 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.60 | $7.19 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $3.47 | $6.95 |
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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