How far is Star Lake, NY from Oswegatchie, NY?
The driving distance from Star Lake, NY to Oswegatchie, NY is about 3.1 miles (5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 2.5 miles (4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 06m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Star Lake and Oswegatchie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Star Lake and Oswegatchie.
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Start on Catherine Street
24 m · 8 sec · Catherine Street
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Turn left onto Marshall Street
148 m · 24 sec · Marshall Street
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Turn right onto Youngs Road
125 m · 18 sec · Youngs Road
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Turn straight onto State Route 3
2.9 mi · 5 min · State Route 3
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Turn left onto County Road 60
159 m · 23 sec · County Road 60
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Continue on Mill Road
782 ft · 40 sec · Mill Road
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Turn left onto Oswegatchie Trail
1.2 km · 3 min · Oswegatchie Trail
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oswegatchie Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Star Lake and Oswegatchie.
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.
State Route 3
Turn straight onto State Route 3
2.9 mi · 00h 05m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Star Lake and Sunny near Oswegatchie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Star Lake to Oswegatchie?
The road trip is about 3.1 miles (5 km) and usually takes 00h 06m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Fine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.1 miles from Star Lake and 1.1 miles from Oswegatchie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.5 miles (4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.49 one way or $0.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Star Lake and Sunny near Oswegatchie.
Stop Ideas Near Fine
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 Fine.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Star Lake and Oswegatchie. Straight-line distance: 2.49 mi (4.01 km).
#1 Star Lake
Star Lake is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.1597800, -75.0315800 |
| Altitude | 453 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oswegatchie
Human settlement in St.
| Population | 4,250 |
| Coordinates | 44.1828400, -75.0702000 |
| Altitude | 413 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oswegatchie Trail (-75.070892, 44.182811)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 5 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.45 | $0.49 | $0.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $0.55 | $1.10 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $0.59 | $1.18 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $0.72 | $1.43 |
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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