Origin
Antwerp, NY
Morning in Antwerp on Tuesday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Antwerp, NY to Jamaica, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 4m
Distance
338.2 mi
544 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 53m
★
6 AM
7h 4m
8 AM
7h 27m
10 AM
7h 12m
12 PM
7h 10m
3 PM
7h 13m
5 PM
7h 25m
8 PM
6h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Antwerp, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Jamaica, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 338.2-mile drive from Antwerp, NY to Jamaica, NY is doable in about 7 hours and 4 minutes, making it a solid day trip option. You'll navigate a mix of major highways and local roads, with about 25% of your journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is $56. With two planned stops, you can break up the drive comfortably. This route stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward journey designed for efficiency.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
169.1 miles from Antwerp, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 201.9 mi | 3h 53m |
| State Highway 12 | 22.8 mi | 31m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.8 mi | 23m |
| NJ 17 | 14.1 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 26 | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| North Main Street | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| Erwin Parkway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 201.9 mi, about 3h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Antwerp, NY and Jamaica, NY.
1
Start on CR 194
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
2
Continue on US 11
12 mi
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14 min
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North Main Street
3
Turn left onto NY 26
2.8 mi
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3 min
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Fort Drum Road
4
Continue on NY 26
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Great Bend Road
5
Continue on NY 26
0.2 mi
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25 sec
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State Highway 26
6
Continue on NY 26
6.1 mi
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10 min
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Martin Street Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on NY 26; NY 126
1.1 mi
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1 min
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South Broad Street
8
Continue on NY 26
13 mi
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19 min
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State Highway 26
9
Continue on NY 26
1.3 mi
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3 min
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North State Street
10
Continue on NY 12
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Utica Boulevard
11
Continue on NY 12
20 mi
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23 min
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Bea Luck Road
12
Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi
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51 sec
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State Highway 12
13
Continue on NY 12
9.7 mi
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11 min
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Erwin Parkway
14
Continue on NY 12
22 mi
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30 min
·
State Highway 12
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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38 sec
16
Merge onto NY 49
0.4 mi
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26 sec
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State Route 49
17
Continue on I 790; NY 5
0.2 mi
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13 sec
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I 790; NY 5
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Genesee Street South
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 90 East
21
Merge onto I 90
84 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
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New York State Thruway
22
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi
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2 hr 16 min
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New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
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59 sec
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NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
24
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
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39 sec
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I 287; NJ 17
25
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
14 mi
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18 min
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NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
28
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi
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24 sec
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NJ 4
Use the right lane.
29
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi
·
8 min
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NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
31
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi
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54 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 95 EXPR
33
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
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1 min
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
35
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.4 mi
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5 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
2 min
Exit 6A
Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Merge onto I 678
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Hutchinson River Expressway
38
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
39
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
40
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
4.3 mi
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6 min
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Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
Use the slight left lane.
41
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 6
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue
Use the right lane.
42
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
43
Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West
0.9 mi
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2 min
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Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
44
Turn left onto Liberty Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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Liberty Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
45
Turn right onto Inwood Street
0.2 mi
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44 sec
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Inwood Street
46
Turn right onto Tuskegee Airmen Way
56 ft
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2 sec
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Tuskegee Airmen Way
47
Arrive at destination
Tuskegee Airmen Way
Trip Plan
Given the 7-hour duration, starting your drive early in the morning from Antwerp, NY will allow you to reach Jamaica, NY with daylight to spare. You have two stops factored into the estimated time, so plan to take a break around the halfway point or whenever you feel the need. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you transition off the New York State Thruway, as services might be more spaced out on the local roads. The fuel cost is estimated at $56, so budget accordingly.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 169.1 miles from Antwerp, NY, or about 3h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.9 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 74 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169.1 miles or 3h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamaica, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Antwerp, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Antwerp, NY
This is one driving day of about 338.2 miles and 7h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Antwerp, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 201.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
169 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 169.1 miles from Antwerp, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 201.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 255 decision points cluster between mile 178.5 and 336.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
178.5 mi into trip
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~3h 46m in
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New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
296.7 mi into trip
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~6h 3m in
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NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
298.1 mi into trip
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~6h 4m in
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NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
326.9 mi into trip
|
~6h 44m in
Take the exit toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6A
Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
9
336.7 mi into trip
|
~7h in
Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.67 one way
$111.34 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
118 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $60.20 | $120.39 |
| premium | $4.92 | $65.55 | $131.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.67 | $149.34 |
Estimated Tolls: $32.64
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(201.9 mi)
$10.09
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
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
$56
Tolls
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$113–$138
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.5 | 1 | $35.51 | $16.23 |
| Efficient EV | 84.6 | 0 | $29.59 | $13.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 135.3 | 1 | $47.35 | $21.64 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Jamaica, NY
Morning in Jamaica on Tuesday
Local time
9:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
14 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
7h 4m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 326.5
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial
National Memorial
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 326.5
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 338.2
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument
National Monument
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 326.5
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument
National Monument
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
11 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 338.2
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument
National Monument
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 338.2
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a dynamic driving experience on this route, characterized by frequent turns. While 25% of the drive is on highways, the majority involves navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 201.9 miles on the New York State Thruway, offering a period of consistent travel. This 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be actively engaged with the road, transitioning between faster highway segments and more winding local routes like Bea Luck Road and State Highway 12.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
47 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 201.9 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 178.5 miles in near New York State Thruway.
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 25 significant decision points across 338.2 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 178.5 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 296.7 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 298.1 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,306 ft
32 ft
Total Climb
1,130 ft
Total Descent
1,609 ft
Highest Point
1,306 ft
~72.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,274 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Antwerp, NY and Jamaica, NY, road signs point toward Genesee Street South, Boston, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.
Genesee Street South
93.6 mi in
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~2h 7m
Boston
178.5 mi in
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~3h 46m
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via New York State Thruway
Gsp South: Paterson
312.2 mi in
|
~6h 23m
Fort Lee
312.2 mi in
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~6h 23m
New York
312.2 mi in
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~6h 23m
About the Cities
Arriving in Jamaica, NY
Full guide →Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.
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 7h 4m. Total distance: 338.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 201.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $32.64 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington 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 Jamaica, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 178.5 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 296.7 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 298.1 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Gateway National Recreation Area (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jamaica, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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