How far is Schenectady, NY from Union, NY?
The driving distance from Schenectady, NY to Union, NY is about 127.8 miles (205.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.7 miles (158.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 27m 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
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 02h 43m.
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.
Village in the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Schenectady and Union.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schenectady and Union.
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Start on Jay Street
28 m · 10 sec · Jay Street
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Turn left onto Liberty Street
781 ft · 24 sec · Liberty Street
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Continue on Liberty Street
56 m · 8 sec · Liberty Street
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Turn left onto Erie Boulevard
1.1 km · 1 min · Erie Boulevard
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Keep slight right
1540 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90
1.2 km · 2 min
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Turn straight onto I 90 West
2245 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
98.8 mi · 1 hr 54 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 13: Canastota, Chittenango
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
107 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto North Peterboro Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Peterboro Street
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Turn right onto Seneca Turnpike
2.7 mi · 4 min · Seneca Turnpike
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Continue on State Route 5
2.3 mi · 3 min · State Route 5
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Continue on East Genesee Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Genesee Street
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Continue on Genesee Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Genesee Street
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Turn left onto Falls Boulevard
4.3 mi · 6 min · Falls Boulevard
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Continue on Gorge Road
4.2 mi · 6 min · Gorge Road
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Continue on Sweetland Street
1918 ft · 54 sec · Sweetland Street
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Continue on Farnham Street
1757 ft · 54 sec · Farnham Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Albany Street
2239 ft · 1 min · Albany Street
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Turn left onto Forman Street
901 ft · 28 sec · Forman Street
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Continue on Rippleton Road
4.4 mi · 6 min · Rippleton Road
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Turn right onto Delphi Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Delphi Road
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Turn left onto Kiley Road
22 m · 3 sec · Kiley Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kiley Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Schenectady and Union.
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
98.8 mi · 01h 54m
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.
Sunny leaving Schenectady and Mostly Sunny near Union.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Schenectady to Union?
The road trip is about 127.8 miles (205.6 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Mohawk is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.7 miles from Schenectady and 64 miles from Union.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.7 miles (158.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.1 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 1:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.06 one way or $40.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Schenectady and Mostly Sunny near Union.
Stop Ideas Near Mohawk
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 Mohawk.
Union Station
Rome station
Amsterdam station
Schenectady
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Schenectady and Union. Straight-line distance: 98.74 mi (158.9 km).
#1 Schenectady
The most populous city in Schenectady County, New York.
| Population | 65,231 |
| Coordinates | 42.8142400, -73.9395700 |
| Altitude | 74 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Union
Town in Broome County, New York, United States
| Population | 52,262 |
| Coordinates | 42.8678400, -75.8871400 |
| Altitude | 383 |
| Country | United States |
End: Union (-75.88714, 42.86784)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.45 | $20.06 | $40.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $22.47 | $44.94 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $24.27 | $48.55 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $29.36 | $58.71 |
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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