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Astoria, NY Road Trips

Astoria, NY serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 60 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 315 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Astoria, NY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

neighborhood in Queens, New York City, United States

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Trip Routes

108

Longest Drive

404.7 mi

Portland, NY

Quickest Drive

25m

Great Neck Plaza, NY

Plan Around Astoria, NY

Trips from Astoria, NY

Driving from Astoria, NY

Expect an average of 315 miles and about 6h 36m behind the wheel when leaving Astoria, NY. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 400 miles (8h 25m), while the shortest is just 246 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Astoria, NY most often head toward Lewiston, NY (399.8 mi, 8h 25m), Niagara Falls, NY (395.2 mi, 8h 20m), Lake Erie Beach, NY (388.2 mi, 8h 19m), North Tonawanda, NY (382.5 mi, 8h 3m), and Lockport, NY (381.3 mi, 8h 5m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NY currently averages around $4.29 per gallon. For the typical 315-mile trip from Astoria, NY, budget about $53 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 60 mapped routes leaving Astoria, NY and 48 routes heading into Astoria, NY, covering 108 total connections. Distances range from 246 to 400 miles.

The longest mapped route from Astoria, NY covers 400 miles and takes approximately 8h 25m. Shorter options start at just 246 miles.

The average route from Astoria, NY runs about 315 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 36m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.29/gallon for regular), the average 315-mile trip from Astoria, NY costs roughly $53 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Astoria, NY include Lewiston, NY, Niagara Falls, NY, Lake Erie Beach, NY and North Tonawanda, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Astoria, NY at a Glance

Founded

1659

Notable People from Astoria, NY

A sampling of people born in Astoria, NY.

Christopher Walken

Christopher Walken

1943

American actor (born 1943)

Melanie Martinez

1995

American singer-songwriter

Ethel Merman

Ethel Merman

1908–1984

American actress and singer (1908-1984)

John Frusciante

John Frusciante

1970

American guitarist

Patrick McGoohan

Patrick McGoohan

1928–2009

Irish-American actor (1928–2009)

Dee Snider

Dee Snider

1955

American singer

Robert Davi

Robert Davi

1951

American actor, singer, filmmaker (born 1951)

Jennifer Rush

Jennifer Rush

1960

American pop singer

Eddie Bracken

Eddie Bracken

1915–2002

American actor (1915–2002)

Landmarks & Historic Sites

Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Astoria, NY.

Museum of the Moving Image

Museum of the Moving Image

museum and archive in New York, United States

City data from Wikidata (Q121765), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

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