How far is Alder Brook, NY from Tupper Lake, NY?
The driving distance from Alder Brook, NY to Tupper Lake, NY is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.6 miles (52.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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 Tupper 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
1.5 km · 2 min · Bloomingdale Avenue
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Turn left onto Broadway Street
62 m · 6 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn right onto Olive Street
2472 ft · 1 min · Olive Street
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Turn right onto George H Lapan Memorial Highway
1.5 km · 2 min · George H Lapan Memorial Highway
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Continue on Algonquin Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · Algonquin Street
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Continue on State Route 3
5.9 mi · 8 min · State Route 3
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Continue on Tupper Lake Highway
6.4 mi · 9 min · Tupper Lake Highway
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Continue on Adirondack Trail
1 km · 51 sec · Adirondack Trail
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Continue on Tupper-Saranac Highway
3.9 mi · 6 min · Tupper-Saranac Highway
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Continue on East Park Street
1 mi · 3 min · East Park Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Park Street
Car Route Details
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Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Route 3
Turn left onto State Route 3
11.3 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alder Brook and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tupper Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alder Brook to Tupper Lake?
The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km) and usually takes 00h 53m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Saranac Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.8 miles from Alder Brook and 21 miles from Tupper Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.6 miles (52.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.93 one way or $11.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Alder Brook and Showers And Thunderstorms near Tupper Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Saranac Lake
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Westport station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alder Brook and Tupper Lake. Straight-line distance: 32.57 mi (52.42 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 Tupper Lake
Village in New York, USA
| Population | 3,431 |
| Coordinates | 44.2239500, -74.4640600 |
| Altitude | 487 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Park Street (-74.464079, 44.22399)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.93 | $11.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.19 | $14.39 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $6.95 | $13.89 |
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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