Binghamton, NY to Albany, NY

140-mile freight corridor via I-88 N through the Susquehanna Valley and Catskill foothills into the Capital District. Same day (2-2.5 hours) transit. Moderate difficulty.

Distance

140 mi

Transit Time

Same day (2-2.5 hours)

Difficulty

Moderate

Toll Cost

Average Rates Per Mile

Equipment	Rate/Mile	Est. Total
Dry Van	$2.60	$364
Reefer	$3.05	$427
Flatbed	$3.25	$455

Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.

Route Details

Recommended Route

I-88 N through the Susquehanna Valley and Catskill foothills into the Capital District

Fuel Stops

1 recommended

Tolls

Common Freight Types

DairyAgricultural ProductsUniversity SuppliesConsumer Goods

Backhaul Information

Limited Backhaul Availability

Average backhaul rate: $1.85/mi

Common return cargo: Dairy, university supplies (SUNY campuses), agricultural products

Key Stops Along the Route

Binghamton, NY

Origin

Sidney, NY

Oneonta, NY

Cobleskill, NY

Schenectady, NY

Albany, NY

Destination

Seasonal Trends

Steady year-round demand supporting upstate NY distribution. SUNY campus supply chain drives September and January peaks. Dairy production strongest March-September. Winter snow is significant through the Catskill foothills.

Trucker Tips for This Lane

I-88 is a scenic but twisting highway through rolling hills. Watch speed on curves, especially with loaded trailers.

Albany's Capital District connects to I-87 (north-south) and I-90 (east-west). Excellent reload hub.

Oneonta area has limited truck services. Plan fuel around Binghamton or Albany.

This corridor is less trafficked than I-87 or I-90 making it a good alternative route despite being slightly longer.

Dairy farms throughout the corridor generate steady reefer freight to NYC-area distribution centers.

Binghamton to Albany FAQ

Current average rates on the Binghamton, NY to Albany, NY lane are approximately $2.60/mi for dry van, $3.05/mi for reefer, and $3.25/mi for flatbed. Rates fluctuate based on season, fuel costs, and market demand. The most common equipment types on this lane are Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed.

The 140-mile route from Binghamton, NY to Albany, NY typically takes Same day (2-2.5 hours). The recommended route is I-88 N through the Susquehanna Valley and Catskill foothills into the Capital District. Actual transit time depends on weather, traffic, HOS compliance, and whether you run solo or team. Plan for 1 fuel stop along the way.

Backhaul availability on the return trip is limited. When loads are available, they average around $1.85/mi. Common return cargo includes Dairy, university supplies (SUNY campuses), agricultural products. Because backhaul is weak, negotiate your outbound rate accordingly or look for loads at intermediate stops.

Estimated toll costs on the Binghamton, NY to Albany, NY corridor are $0. This is a toll-free corridor, which helps protect your margins.

Related Freight Lanes

New York → Albany

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moderateDV $2.90

Binghamton → Jamestown

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Cleveland → Columbus

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Equipment

Rate/Mile

Est. Total

Dry Van

$2.60

$364

Reefer

$3.05

$427

Flatbed

$3.25

$455

Trucker Tips for This Lane

I-88 is a scenic but twisting highway through rolling hills. Watch speed on curves, especially with loaded trailers.

Albany's Capital District connects to I-87 (north-south) and I-90 (east-west). Excellent reload hub.

Oneonta area has limited truck services. Plan fuel around Binghamton or Albany.

This corridor is less trafficked than I-87 or I-90 making it a good alternative route despite being slightly longer.

Dairy farms throughout the corridor generate steady reefer freight to NYC-area distribution centers.

Binghamton to Albany FAQ

Estimated toll costs on the Binghamton, NY to Albany, NY corridor are $0. This is a toll-free corridor, which helps protect your margins.