Trip from Almond, NY to Staten Island, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 15m

Distance

300.4 mi

483 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

6h 3m ★

6 AM

6h 16m

8 AM

6h 41m

10 AM

6h 25m

12 PM

6h 22m

3 PM

6h 26m

5 PM

6h 40m

8 PM

6h 8m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

Almond, NY to Staten Island, NY is 300.4 miles and takes about 6h 15m via Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, and Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within the Northeast region, traversing New York and potentially Pennsylvania depending on exact routing. It's a highway-focused trip, so expect efficient travel time. With a recommended single day, this route is best suited for those looking to cover ground quickly between upstate New York and the New York City area.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

150.2 miles from Almond, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southern Tier Expressway	125.6 mi	2h 26m
I 81	53.4 mi	1h 3m
Keystone Shortway	46.1 mi	59m
I 380	23.6 mi	25m
NJ 24	9.3 mi	10m
Route 10 East	9.2 mi	11m
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway	4.6 mi	5m
I 84	3.7 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 125.6 mi, about 2h 26m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Almond, NY and Staten Island, NY.

Start on Chapel Street

0.2 mi · 58 sec · Chapel Street

At end of road, turn left onto CR 2

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Karrdale Street

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Merge onto I 86; NY 17

126 mi · 2 hr 26 min · Southern Tier Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81

Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6

Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380

Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380

Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg

Merge onto I 80

46 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong Use the slight right lane.

Continue on CR 631

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Ledgewood Road

Continue on US 46

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 46

Continue on US 46

213 ft · 4 sec · US 46

Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.

Turn straight onto NJ 10

9.2 mi · 11 min · Route 10 East

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 10

3.5 mi · 4 min · NJ 10

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport

Merge onto I 287

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 287

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 37 Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield Use the slight right lane.

Continue on NJ 24

9.3 mi · 10 min · NJ 24

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 17 sec

Toward I 78 East Local: Newark Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 29 sec

Toward Hillside Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Winans Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Winans Avenue

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue

Turn left onto CR 628

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hillside Avenue

Continue on CR 628

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hillside Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto CR 623

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street

Continue on CR 623

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broad Street

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Bayway

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Brunswick Avenue

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge

Merge onto I 278

1.3 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

Given the 6h 15m estimated duration, this trip is comfortably achievable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to allow ample daylight for the drive. You'll want to plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, as the longest driving stretch is over 100 miles. The estimated fuel cost is $49, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Almond, NY, or at your final stop before reaching Staten Island. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer segments on the Southern Tier Expressway, as services can sometimes be spaced out on these major routes.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 150.2 miles from Almond, NY, or about 2h 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 66 miles or 1h 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 150.2 miles or 2h 57m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Almond, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Almond, NY

This is one driving day of about 300.4 miles and 6h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Almond, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 125.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Deposit, NY

150 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Big Flats, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Binghamton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 150.2 miles from Almond, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Summit, New Jersey

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $40 to $50 mile 278.9

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19082736000

Visit website

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $40 to $50 mile 278.9

Summit, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19082736000

Visit website

Cafe Latte

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 300.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+17189870192

Rab's Country Lanes

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 300.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17189791600

Visit website

Restaurant Lorena's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $50 to $10 mile 278.9

Maplewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19737634460

Visit website

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 278.9

Union, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19083966401

Visit website

Cafe Luna

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $30 to $50 mile 300.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17183513235

Visit website

Nino's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 300.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17184483838

Visit website

L'allegria Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $50 to $10 mile 278.9

Madison, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+19733776808

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 300.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

Seaside Wildlife Nature Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 300.4

Staten Island, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 34

5 decision points cluster between mile 126.3 and 285.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

126.3 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton

179.7 mi into trip | ~3h 32m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...

254.9 mi into trip | ~5h 4m in

Take the exit toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong

285.6 mi into trip | ~5h 42m in

Take the exit toward Hillside, Irvington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington

285.7 mi into trip | ~5h 42m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Hillside

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$49.45 one way

$98.90 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 105 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$53.47	$106.94
premium	$4.92	$58.22	$116.45
diesel	$5.61	$66.32	$132.65

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

Goethals Bridge $16.00

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 105.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	90.1	1	$31.54	$14.42
Efficient EV	75.1	0	$26.28	$12.02
EV Truck/SUV	120.2	1	$42.06	$19.23

Gas CO2

105 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Almond, NY

Morning in Almond on Sunday

Local time

10:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Morning in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

10:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

9 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 15m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 79% of the route utilizing major expressways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on the Southern Tier Expressway, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 125.6 miles. The inclusion of I 81 and the Keystone Shortway suggests a mix of interstate travel, which generally means higher speed limits and fewer local traffic interruptions. While the profile indicates a focus on highways, the transition between these major roads might offer some variation in scenery and driving experience.

79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 125.6 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 126.3 miles in near I 81.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 34 significant decision points across 300.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 126.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 179.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 254.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Almond, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.

Mt Pocono

179.7 mi in | ~3h 32m | via US 6

Milford

180.4 mi in | ~3h 33m | via I 84; I 380

Lake Hopatcong

254.9 mi in | ~5h 4m

Morristown Airport

269 mi in | ~5h 22m

New York City

280.3 mi in | ~5h 36m

Newark

280.3 mi in | ~5h 36m

About the Cities

Arriving in Staten Island, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1683

Staten Island is New York City's "Forgotten Borough" across New York Harbor from Manhattan. Staten Island may seem like it's in an entirely different world than the hustle and bustle expected in New York City. However, it still has some of the features you've come to expect from the city. This combination of city influences and its rural origins have created a unique borough that is a great place to visit.

Top landmarks

• Bayonne Bridge — arch bridge connecting Staten Island, NY with Bayonne, NJ
• Staten Island Museum — museum in Staten Island, New York
• Fort Wadsworth — United States military base

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 15m. Total distance: 300.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 15m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 125.6 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Goethals Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Staten Island, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Staten Island, NY before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

Cafe Latte

Rab's Country Lanes

Restaurant Lorena's

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

Cafe Luna

Nino's Restaurant

L'allegria Restaurant

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Electrify America Charging Station

Flying J EV Charging Station

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Briant Park

Great Kills Park

Latourette Park

The Boulevard

Tysens Park Shopping Center

Seaside Wildlife Nature Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Almond, NY

Staten Island, NY

Same local time

9 degrees warmer at arrival

6h 15m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Staten Island, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

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