How far is Lenox, NY from Albany, NY?
The driving distance from Lenox, NY to Albany, NY is about 121.5 miles (195.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 03m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Mine in Montgomery County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain And Snow Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lenox and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lenox and Albany.
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Start on South Court Street
82 m · 15 sec · South Court Street
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Turn sharp left onto Upper Lenox Avenue
1224 ft · 34 sec · Upper Lenox Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Creek Road
39 m · 4 sec · Creek Road
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Turn slight right onto Upper Lenox Avenue
1.2 mi · 3 min · Upper Lenox Avenue
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Continue on Lenox Avenue
2.8 mi · 6 min · Lenox Avenue
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Continue on Prospect Street
1.1 km · 1 min · Prospect Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Street
2.7 mi · 4 min · State Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 90
2883 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East
2194 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
103.5 mi · 2 hr · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, I 90 East: Albany, Montreal
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
4.9 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 9: Loudonville, Arbor Hill
1529 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 9 South: Arbor Hill, Henry Johnson Boulevard
1488 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto US 9
1444 ft · 22 sec · US 9
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Continue on Henry Johnson Boulevard
2809 ft · 1 min · Henry Johnson Boulevard
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Turn left onto Central Avenue
155 m · 17 sec · Central Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Washington Avenue
2658 ft · 1 min · Washington Avenue
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Turn right
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 Lenox 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
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
104 mi · 02h 00m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Lenox 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 Lenox to Albany?
The road trip is about 121.5 miles (195.6 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Saint Johnsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60 miles from Lenox and 61.5 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.6 miles (165.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 2:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.20 one way or $34.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Lenox and Light Rain Likely then Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Albany.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Johnsville
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 Saint Johnsville.
Amsterdam station
Union Station
Schenectady
Rome station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lenox and Albany. Straight-line distance: 102.58 mi (165.08 km).
#1 Lenox
City in Madison County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 8,762 |
| Coordinates | 43.0584000, -75.7043500 |
| Altitude | 161 |
| 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: 196 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $17.20 | $34.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $19.22 | $38.45 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $20.85 | $41.71 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $20.14 | $40.27 |
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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