How far is Chemung, NY from New York City, NY?
Fastest route
The distance between Chemung, New York 14825 and New York is approximately 186 miles (299 kilometers). The suggested directions are as follows:
- Continue on NY-17 E.
- Take I-81 S, I-380 S, I-80 E, and I-280 E to Holland Tunnel in Jersey City.
- Merge onto I-86 E/NY-17 E, passing through Pennsylvania and entering New York.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-81 S, entering Pennsylvania.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on I-380 S/I-84 E/US-6 E, following signs for Carbondale/Mt Pocono.
- Continue to follow I-380 S/I-84 E.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 1B to merge onto I-80 E toward Stroudsburg, entering New Jersey.
- Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 47A for Interstate 280 E toward The Oranges/Newark/New Jersey Turnpike.
- Keep right to stay on I-280 E, following signs for NJ-21/Newark/Harrison.
- Take exit 17A to merge onto Newark - Jersey City Tpke.
- Continue on Holland Tunnel to your destination in Manhattan, New York.
- Continue onto Holland Tunnel (toll road), entering New York.
- Take exit 4 toward Downtown.
- Turn right onto Varick St.
- Slight right onto W Broadway.
- Turn right onto Broadway/Canyon of Heroes.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street at Murray Street.
- Partial restricted usage road.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip ahead of time and familiarize yourself with the directions to avoid getting lost.
- 🛣️ Keep an eye on road signs and follow them carefully to ensure you stay on the correct route.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey, especially for longer stretches between gas stations.
- 🚧 Stay updated on traffic conditions and consider using real-time navigation apps to find alternative routes if necessary.
- 💰 Remember to have some cash or an electronic payment method ready for toll roads such as the Holland Tunnel.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and have a car charger available in case you need to make calls or use navigation apps during the trip.
- 🥤 Stay hydrated and bring snacks for the journey to keep yourself energized along the way.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 45m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Sullivan County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chemung and New York City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chemung and New York City.
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Start on Main Street
628 ft · 18 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Wyncoop Creek Road
1727 ft · 40 sec · Wyncoop Creek Road
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Take the ramp left
1800 ft · 44 sec
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4
Merge slight left onto Southern Tier Expressway
48 mi · 57 min · Southern Tier Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton
53.4 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
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Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
23.6 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
63.3 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
1.1 km · 50 sec
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Continue on Essex Freeway
15.8 mi · 21 min · Essex Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
2 mi · 4 min · Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
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Continue on New Wittpenn Bridge
2865 ft · 44 sec · New Wittpenn Bridge
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Take the exit slight right toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
1148 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
1865 ft · 48 sec
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Turn straight
1371 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
1.1 km · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
2029 ft · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street
1412 ft · 54 sec · 12th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
2 mi · 5 min · Holland Tunnel
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Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn
93 m · 10 sec
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Continue on Beach Street
37 m · 7 sec · Beach Street
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Turn slight right onto Walker Street
1270 ft · 1 min · Walker Street
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Turn right onto Broadway
1856 ft · 2 min · Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chemung and New York City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Keystone Shortway
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
63.3 mi · 01h 19m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Chemung and Partly Sunny near New York City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chemung to New York City?
The road trip is about 219.2 miles (352.8 km) and usually takes 03h 45m 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?
Tusten is a useful midpoint, sitting about 109.5 miles from Chemung and 109.7 miles from New York City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162.6 miles (261.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 56.6 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 9:30 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.99 one way or $61.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 68.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Chemung and Partly Sunny near New York City.
Stop Ideas Near Tusten
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tusten.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chemung and New York City. Straight-line distance: 162.55 mi (261.6 km).
#1 Chemung
Human settlement in Chemung County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 2,388 |
| Coordinates | 42.0084100, -76.6238400 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New York City
The most populous city in the United States and the center of the New York metropolitan area.
| Population | 8,398,748 |
| Coordinates | 40.7142700, -74.0059700 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broadway (-74.006154, 40.714356)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 353 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $30.99 | $61.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $34.64 | $69.28 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $37.58 | $75.15 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $36.28 | $72.57 |
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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