How far is Clayton, NY from Orleans Four Corners, NY?
The driving distance from Clayton, NY to Orleans Four Corners, NY is about 10.8 miles (17.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.8 miles (15.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 46m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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US village in New York State
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clayton and Orleans Four Corners.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clayton and Orleans Four Corners.
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Start on Park Circle
10 m · 3 sec · Park Circle
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Turn right onto Mary Street
67 m · 15 sec · Mary Street
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Turn left onto James Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · James Street
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Continue on State Highway 12
3162 ft · 57 sec · State Highway 12
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Turn left onto County Road 181
4.4 mi · 11 min · County Road 181
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Continue on Clayton Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · Clayton Street
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Turn left onto Theresa Street
1847 ft · 37 sec · Theresa Street
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Continue on Plank Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Plank Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Plank Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clayton and Orleans Four Corners.
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.
County Road 181
Turn left onto County Road 181
4.39 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clayton and Mostly Sunny near Orleans Four Corners.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clayton to Orleans Four Corners?
The road trip is about 10.8 miles (17.4 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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?
Alexandria Bay is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.4 miles from Clayton and 5.4 miles from Orleans Four Corners.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.8 miles (15.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1 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 7:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.52 one way or $3.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clayton and Mostly Sunny near Orleans Four Corners.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clayton and Orleans Four Corners. Straight-line distance: 9.81 mi (15.78 km).
#1 Clayton
Village in Jefferson County, New York, United States
| Population | 4,647 |
| Coordinates | 44.2394900, -76.0857800 |
| Altitude | 84 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Orleans Four Corners
Orleans Four Corners is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.1906100, -75.8999400 |
| Altitude | 125 |
| Country | United States |
End: Orleans Four Corners (-75.89994, 44.19061)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
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 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $1.70 | $3.41 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $1.85 | $3.69 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $1.78 | $3.57 |
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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