How far is Porter, NY from Albany, NY?
The driving distance from Porter, NY to Albany, NY is about 59.5 miles (95.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.5 miles (81.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Washington County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Porter and Albany.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Porter and Albany.
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Start on South Grimes Hill Road
39 m · 10 sec · South Grimes Hill Road
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Turn right onto State Highway 22
8.3 mi · 11 min · State Highway 22
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Continue on North Main Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 22
1.3 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22
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Turn right onto State Highway 29
10.3 mi · 16 min · State Highway 29
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
18 m · 5 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Hill Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · Hill Street
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Continue on Hegeman Bridge Road
3248 ft · 2 min · Hegeman Bridge Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
22.3 mi · 34 min
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Turn right onto Plank Road
142 m · 19 sec · Plank Road
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Turn left onto Oakwood Avenue
3.4 mi · 7 min · Oakwood Avenue
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Continue on 10th Street
119 m · 14 sec · 10th Street
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Turn right onto Hoosick Street
156 m · 17 sec · Hoosick Street
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Turn right
2780 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight right
7.1 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 9 North: Clinton Avenue
2119 ft · 54 sec
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Continue on Clinton Avenue
160 m · 23 sec · Clinton Avenue
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Turn left onto Chapel Street
847 ft · 27 sec · Chapel Street
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Turn right onto Columbia Street
147 m · 18 sec · Columbia Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Eagle Street
569 ft · 23 sec · Eagle 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 Porter and Albany.
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.
Longest stretch
At the end of the road, turn left
22.3 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Porter and Chance Rain Showers near Albany.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Porter to Albany?
The road trip is about 59.5 miles (95.8 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Easton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29 miles from Porter and 30.4 miles from Albany.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.5 miles (81.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.42 one way or $16.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Porter and Chance Rain Showers near Albany.
Stop Ideas Near Easton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Porter and Albany. Straight-line distance: 50.47 mi (81.23 km).
#1 Porter
Town in Niagara County, New York, United States
| Population | 6,503 |
| Coordinates | 43.2936900, -73.2776100 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| 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: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $8.42 | $16.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $9.41 | $18.82 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $10.21 | $20.42 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $9.86 | $19.71 |
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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