How long is the drive from New York to Portland?

About 6 hr 8 min and 314 mi of road driving, before any detours.

What are the best stops between New York and Portland?

Top ranked stops include Black Trumpet, Yale Golf Course, Yankee Stadium. Each stop shows an honest +N min detour estimate from the main drive.

Can I plan this drive in Roamward?

Yes — open the pre-filled From→To planner for New York to Portland, pick a detour budget, and save the trip.

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New York to Portland road trip: 24 stops worth the detour

New York, NY → Portland, ME. Ranked detours with honest +N min estimates — then open a pre-filled plan door when you're ready to drive it.

314 miRoad miles

6 hr 8 minDrive time

5States crossed

24Detour stops

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Stops along the drive

10 stops · 14 hidden

All24 Golf7 Dining6 Beaches6 Hikes2 Breweries & distilleries2 MLB ballparks1

Black Trumpet+2 min
Dining · NH
Rustic-refined New American on a former ship-supply waterfront building from acclaimed chef Evan Mallett, with a deep and inventive wine list. Order: Tasting menu.
Ceres Bakery+3 min
Dining · NH
Ivy-covered old-timer beloved by locals for affordable, top-notch baked goods, soups, and sandwiches in a warm, welcoming space. Order: Morning buns.
Chauncey Peak+3 min
Hikes · CT
traprock cliffs over a reservoir
Tree House Brewing+1 min
Breweries & distilleries · MA
a cult New England IPA destination with a stunning country campus
Wormtown Brewery+3 min
Breweries & distilleries · MA
Worcester’s hometown brewery, home of Be Hoppy IPA
Max Downtown+6 min
Dining · CT
Hartford's flagship power-lunch steakhouse and New American kitchen since 1996. Order: Dry-aged steak and boiler-house pork chop.
Black-Eyed Sally's+6 min
Dining · CT
A New Orleans-style BBQ and blues joint dishing Southern comfort food and live music. Order: Baby back ribs and jambalaya.
Mama's Too+6 min
Dining · NY
Upper West Side slice shop crowned among the world's best pizzas.
West Rock Ridge+8 min
Hikes · CT
a basalt ridge over New Haven with Judges Cave
Union League Cafe+11 min
Dining · CT
A Beaux-Arts grande dame serving classic French cuisine, freshly restored in a multi-million-dollar renovation. Order: Duck a l'orange.

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FAQ

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How long is the drive from New York to Portland?
About 6 hr 8 min and 314 mi of road driving, before any detours.
What are the best stops between New York and Portland?
Top ranked stops include Black Trumpet, Yale Golf Course, Yankee Stadium. Each stop shows an honest +N min detour estimate from the main drive.
Can I plan this drive in Roamward?
Yes — open the pre-filled From→To planner for New York to Portland, pick a detour budget, and save the trip.

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