How far is Russell, NY from New York City, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Russell, New York 13684 to New York covers a distance of approximately 346 miles (557 kilometers) and takes about 6 hours and 15 minutes. The fastest route, considering traffic conditions, is via I-87 S. Please note that this route has tolls.
Directions
- Start by heading south on Pyrites Russell Rd toward Co Rd 24.
- Turn right onto E Pitcairn South Edwards Rd.
- Turn right onto Edwards Rd.
- Turn right onto State Rte 3 W.
- Pass by NAPA Auto Parts - H & L Motors (on the left in 16.7 mi).
- Turn right onto Number Four Rd.
- Turn left onto E Martinsburg Rd.
- Take the exit toward I-90/I-790 E/NY-5 E from NY-12 S.
- Continue onto NY-49 E in Utica.
- Follow I-90 E, I-87 S, and NJ-17 S to Holland Tunnel in Jersey City.
- Keep left to continue on NY-5 E.
- Continue onto I-790/NY-5 E.
- Take the exit onto I-90 E (toll road).
- Keep right to continue on Governor Thomas E. Dewey Thruway/NY State Thruway, following signs for I-87 S/New York/Boston (toll road).
- Continue onto I-87 S/Governor Thomas E. Dewey Thruway/NY State Thruway (toll road).
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 15 for I-287 S/NY-17 S toward New Jersey.
- Use the left 3 lanes to take exit 66 for NJ-17 S toward Mahwah.
- Use the left lane to merge onto I-80 E toward New York.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 68A for I-95 S/US-46/New Jersey Turnpike.
- Keep left and follow signs for I-95 S, then merge onto I-95 S.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 17 for NJ-495 E (toll road).
- Take the exit toward US-1 S/US-9 S, then merge onto US-1 S/US-9 S/Tonnele Ave.
- Pass by Wendy's (on the left in 0.5 mi).
- Continue onto Holland Tunnel (toll road).
- Upon entering New York, take exit 4 toward Downtown.
- Turn right onto Varick St.
- Take a slight right onto W Broadway.
- Turn right onto Broadway/Canyon of Heroes.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Murray Street (partial restricted usage road).
- Your destination will be in Manhattan, New York.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider using the fastest route via I-87 S to save time.
- 🛣️ Be prepared for tolls along the way.
- ⛽ Plan for rest stops and refuel as needed.
- 📱 Use navigation apps or GPS for real-time traffic updates.
- 📝 Take note of the exits and highway numbers to stay on the correct route.
- 🚦 Observe traffic regulations and be mindful of other drivers.
- 🕑 Allow for extra travel time if there are any expected delays or peak traffic hours.
- 🧭 Carry a physical map or have an offline map available as a backup.
- 🚧 Be aware of any ongoing road construction or detours and follow the signs accordingly.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 06h 21m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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.
Town in Montgomery County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Russell and New York City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Russell and New York City.
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Start on Pyrites Russell Road
35 m · 5 sec · Pyrites Russell Road
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Continue on County Road 24
8.6 mi · 12 min · County Road 24
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Continue on Main Street
3050 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on New Street
1.1 km · 2 min · New Street
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Continue on Gouverneur Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Gouverneur Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 58
6.7 mi · 10 min · State Highway 58
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Turn left onto Balmat-Fowler Road
2.1 mi · 2 min · Balmat-Fowler Road
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Continue on State Highway 812
7.9 mi · 9 min · State Highway 812
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 812
1770 ft · 34 sec · State Highway 812
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Continue on State Street
2079 ft · 59 sec · State Street
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Route 3
2.9 mi · 4 min · State Route 3
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Turn left onto Indian River Road
5.7 mi · 7 min · Indian River Road
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Continue on Indian River Road
10.4 mi · 13 min · Indian River Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 812
8.4 mi · 11 min · State Highway 812
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Turn left onto East State Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · East State Street
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Continue on Ross Road
2675 ft · 1 min · Ross Road
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Turn left onto Bea Luck Road
19.6 mi · 23 min · Bea Luck Road
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Continue on State Highway 12
1.2 km · 52 sec · State Highway 12
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Continue on Erwin Parkway
9.7 mi · 11 min · Erwin Parkway
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Continue on State Highway 12
22 mi · 31 min · State Highway 12
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Take the exit slight right
1572 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto State Route 49
2039 ft · 27 sec · State Route 49
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Continue straight
998 ft · 13 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Genesee Street South
840 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 90 East
1766 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
83.7 mi · 1 hr 37 min · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight right to continue on New York State Thruway
118.2 mi · 2 hr 16 min · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
1.5 km · 60 sec
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Continue straight
2496 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
22.7 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit straight toward NJ 3 East: New York
1990 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue on Tonnelle Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Tonnelle Avenue
564 ft · 10 sec · Tonnelle Avenue
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Take the exit left toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
1387 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
1.1 km · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
2029 ft · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street
1412 ft · 54 sec · 12th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
2 mi · 5 min · Holland Tunnel
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Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn
93 m · 10 sec
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Continue on Beach Street
37 m · 7 sec · Beach Street
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Turn slight right onto Walker Street
1270 ft · 1 min · Walker Street
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Turn right onto Broadway
1856 ft · 2 min · Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Russell and New York City.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
New York State Thruway
Keep slight right to continue on New York State Thruway
118 mi · 02h 16m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Russell and Sunny near New York City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Russell to New York City?
The road trip is about 354.2 miles (570.1 km) and usually takes 06h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Amsterdam is a useful midpoint, sitting about 175 miles from Russell and 179.3 miles from New York City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 263.2 miles (423.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 91 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EST. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.26 one way or $106.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 111.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Russell and Sunny near New York City.
Stop Ideas Near Amsterdam
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Lot
Amsterdam City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Amsterdam.
Amsterdam station
Schenectady
Saratoga Springs station
Saratoga Springs, NY
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Russell and New York City. Straight-line distance: 263.21 mi (423.59 km).
#1 Russell
Town in New York, USA
| Population | 1,767 |
| Coordinates | 44.4295100, -75.1499300 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New York City
The most populous city in the United States and the center of the New York metropolitan area.
| Population | 8,398,748 |
| Coordinates | 40.7142700, -74.0059700 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broadway (-74.006154, 40.714356)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 570 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.26 | $53.26 | $106.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $60.24 | $120.48 |
| Premium | $5.22 | $65.20 | $130.40 |
| Diesel | $6.44 | $80.50 | $161.00 |
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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