How far is Gouverneur, NY from Star Lake, NY?
The driving distance from Gouverneur, NY to Star Lake, NY is about 31.4 miles (50.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gouverneur and Star Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gouverneur and Star Lake.
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Start on East Main Street
1756 ft · 35 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto William Street
2943 ft · 40 sec · William Street
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Continue on State Highway 58
21.8 mi · 31 min · State Highway 58
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Route 3
8.5 mi · 12 min · State Route 3
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Turn slight right onto Youngs Road
125 m · 24 sec · Youngs Road
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Turn left onto Marshall Street
148 m · 23 sec · Marshall Street
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Turn right onto Catherine Street
24 m · 4 sec · Catherine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Catherine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gouverneur and Star Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
State Highway 58
Continue on State Highway 58
21.8 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Gouverneur and Sunny near Star Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gouverneur to Star Lake?
The road trip is about 31.4 miles (50.5 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Edwards is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Gouverneur and 15.7 miles from Star Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 7:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.94 one way or $9.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gouverneur and Sunny near Star Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Edwards
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 Edwards.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gouverneur and Star Lake. Straight-line distance: 24.61 mi (39.6 km).
#1 Gouverneur
Town in New York, USA
| Population | 3,644 |
| Coordinates | 44.3367300, -75.4629900 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Star Lake
Star Lake is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.1597800, -75.0315800 |
| Altitude | 453 |
| Country | United States |
End: Star Lake (-75.03158, 44.15978)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.45 | $4.94 | $9.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $5.97 | $11.95 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $7.22 | $14.45 |
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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