How far is Hastings-on-Hudson, NY from Albany, NY?
The driving distance from Hastings-on-Hudson, NY to Albany, NY is about 140.4 miles (225.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.7 miles (184.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 35m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 17m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hastings-on-Hudson and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hastings-on-Hudson and Albany.
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Start on Main Street
53 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Broadway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Broadway
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Continue on Broadway
3.6 mi · 8 min · Broadway
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Turn left
56 m · 18 sec
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Turn left
8 m · 8 sec
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Turn left
56 m · 18 sec
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Turn right onto South Broadway
117 m · 11 sec · South Broadway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 87 North, I 287 West: Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
891 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
16.8 mi · 22 min · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight left to continue on New York State Thruway
111.8 mi · 2 hr 9 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
1351 ft · 50 sec
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 9 North, US 20 West: Downtown Albany
1250 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto Quay Street
966 ft · 34 sec · Quay Street
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Turn left
1827 ft · 60 sec
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Turn left onto Pine Street
1488 ft · 45 sec · Pine Street
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Turn right onto Washington Avenue
107 m · 15 sec · Washington Avenue
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Turn left
9 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hastings-on-Hudson and Albany.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
New York State Thruway
Keep slight left to continue on New York State Thruway
112 mi · 02h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Hastings-on-Hudson and Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hastings-on-Hudson to Albany?
The road trip is about 140.4 miles (225.9 km) and usually takes 02h 17m 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?
New Paltz is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.7 miles from Hastings-on-Hudson and 71.7 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.7 miles (184.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.7 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 1:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.84 one way or $39.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hastings-on-Hudson and Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Albany.
Stop Ideas Near New Paltz
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 New Paltz.
Poughkeepsie station
Rhinecliff–Kingston station
Hudson
Croton–Harmon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hastings-on-Hudson and Albany. Straight-line distance: 114.73 mi (184.64 km).
#1 Hastings-on-Hudson
Village in United States of America
| Population | 7,879 |
| Coordinates | 40.9945400, -73.8787500 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Albany
The capital of New York State.
| Population | 95,429 |
| Coordinates | 42.6525800, -73.7562300 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: Washington Avenue (-73.756162, 42.652644)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 226 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $19.84 | $39.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $22.18 | $44.36 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $24.06 | $48.12 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $23.24 | $46.47 |
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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