How far is Rensselaer, NY from Hoosick Falls, NY?
The driving distance from Rensselaer, NY to Hoosick Falls, NY is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (43 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rensselaer and Hoosick Falls.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rensselaer and Hoosick Falls.
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Start on the route
71 m · 22 sec
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Turn left
17 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Broadway
1572 ft · 52 sec · Broadway
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Turn right
157 m · 29 sec
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Continue straight
2092 ft · 60 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 787, US 9: Troy
115 m · 13 sec
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Keep slight right
1440 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 787 North: Troy
1593 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on NY 7 East: Troy, Bennington
2.3 mi · 5 min
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Continue on Hoosick Road
20.1 mi · 31 min · Hoosick Road
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Continue straight
3.5 mi · 6 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Church Street
1659 ft · 47 sec · Church Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Church Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rensselaer and Hoosick Falls.
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.
Hoosick Road
Continue on Hoosick Road
20.1 mi · 00h 31m
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 Rain Showers leaving Rensselaer and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Hoosick Falls.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rensselaer to Hoosick Falls?
The road trip is about 34.4 miles (55.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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?
Brunswick is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.1 miles from Rensselaer and 17.2 miles from Hoosick Falls.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.7 miles (43 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.85 one way or $9.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Rensselaer and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Hoosick Falls.
Stop Ideas Near Brunswick
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 Brunswick.
Albany–Rensselaer
Schenectady
Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center
Saratoga Springs, NY
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rensselaer and Hoosick Falls. Straight-line distance: 26.71 mi (42.98 km).
#1 Rensselaer
City in Indiana
| Population | 9,142 |
| Coordinates | 42.6425800, -73.7429000 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hoosick Falls
Town
| Population | 3,336 |
| Coordinates | 42.9011900, -73.3515000 |
| Altitude | 136 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hoosick Falls (-73.3515, 42.90119)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $5.42 | $10.84 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $5.88 | $11.76 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
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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