Traveling from Astoria to Beekmantown covers 310.6 miles of New York scenery, typically requiring about 6 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey fits into a single day, you can reasonably complete it without an overnight stay if you are comfortable with a full day of driving. Budgeting approximately $51 for fuel will get you through the transit, which utilizes a blend of NY 17, NJ 17, and the Adirondack Northway. As you move through the Northeast region, you will transition from the urban density of the Astoria area toward the northern reaches of the state. This route is a straightforward, practical way to traverse New York, provided you are prepared for the duration of the trip.
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
155.3 miles from Astoria, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Adirondack Northway
148.4 mi
2h 52m
NY 17
111.7 mi
2h 8m
NJ 17
14.7 mi
18m
I 787
9 mi
12m
NJ 4
6.7 mi
9m
NY 22
4.8 mi
7m
NY 7
3.1 mi
3m
Harlem River Drive
2.3 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Adirondack Northway
— 148.4 mi, about 2h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Beekmantown, NY.
1
Start on 12th Street
23 ft·4 sec·12th Street
2
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
0.7 mi·2 min·Astoria Boulevard
3
Turn left onto 33rd Street
206 ft·13 sec·33rd Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
262 ft·8 sec·Astoria Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Hoyt Avenue North
366 ft·14 sec·Hoyt Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
504 ft·12 sec
Toward I 278 East
7
Continue on I 278 Truck
1.6 mi·3 min·I 278 Truck
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 46Toward Manhattan, Randalls IslandUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 46Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
10
Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
0.4 mi·41 sec·Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
11
Keep slight right at fork
127 ft·3 sec
Toward Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street, 2nd AvenueUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward Harlem River Drive NorthUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto HRD
2.3 mi·3 min·Harlem River Drive
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 24Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge, Amsterdam Avenue, West 179 StreetUse the slight left lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 South: George Washington BridgeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level)Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto I 95; US 1
0.4 mi·42 sec·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
18
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.6 mi·59 sec·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
19
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi·48 sec·I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi·39 sec·I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi·8 sec·I 95 EXPR; NJTP
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: HackensackUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 72AToward NJ 4 West: ParamusUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto NJ 4
6.7 mi·9 min·NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, MahwahUse the straight lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: MahwahUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi·4 min·NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on NJ 17
7.3 mi·9 min·NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on NJ 17
0.7 mi·50 sec·NJ 17
30
Continue on NJ 17
3.3 mi·4 min·NJ 17
31
Continue on I 287; NY 17
0.2 mi·10 sec·I 287; NY 17
32
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
112 mi·2 hr 8 min·NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: AlbanyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Exit 23Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, TroyUse the slight right lane.
34
Continue on I 787
9.0 mi·12 min·I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 787
0.4 mi·29 sec·NY 787
36
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Exit 9WToward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga SpringsUse the right lane.
37
Merge onto NY 7
3.1 mi·3 min·NY 7
38
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
39
Merge onto I 87
148 mi·2 hr 52 min·Adirondack Northway
40
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Exit 38NToward NY 374 West: Dannemora
41
Turn straight onto NY 22; NY 374
0.5 mi·44 sec·NY 22; NY 374
42
Turn right onto NY 22
4.3 mi·6 min·NY 22
43
Arrive at destination
NY 22
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 6-hour and 16-minute excursion, plan for at least one substantial stop to break up the monotony of the road. Since the longest stretch is over 148 miles, timing your break to coincide with the end of that segment is a smart way to manage fatigue. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy for avoiding traffic congestion near your departure point in Astoria. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, as current estimates suggest a $51 spend for the full 310.6-mile journey. Staying flexible with your departure time will help you navigate the mixed road conditions more effectively, ensuring you reach Beekmantown with minimal stress.
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 155.3 miles from Astoria, NY, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.4 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 68 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 155.3 miles or 3h 13m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beekmantown, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Astoria, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Astoria, NY
This is one driving day of about 310.6 miles and 6h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Astoria, 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 Adirondack Northway for about 148.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 31
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 9.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
2.6 mi into trip|~6m in
Take the exit toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
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 46
Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
8
3.6 mi into trip|~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street, 2nd Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street,...
8
6.3 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge, Amsterdam Avenue, West 179 Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 24
Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washingto...
9
7 mi into trip|~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level)
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washingto...
9
9.5 mi into trip|~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$51.13 one way
$102.25 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg109 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$55.28
$110.57
premium
$4.92
$60.20
$120.40
diesel
$5.61
$68.58
$137.15
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
George Washington 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
$51
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$92–$117
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
93.2
1
$32.61
$14.91
Efficient EV
77.7
0
$27.18
$12.42
EV Truck/SUV
124.2
1
$43.48
$19.88
Gas CO2
109 kg
EV CO2
36 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 18, 2026
Origin
Astoria, NY
Late night
in Astoria on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Partly Cloudy
E 5 to 9 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Beekmantown, NY
Late night
in Beekmantown on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 16m 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.
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
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...
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...
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...
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive profile that keeps you engaged by alternating between different road types. With a highway share of 49%, you will spend nearly half your time on major routes, including a significant 148.4-mile stretch along the Adirondack Northway. This long, uninterrupted segment defines the latter half of the trip, offering a faster pace compared to the more variable sections involving state routes. The personality of the drive shifts from the initial navigation of local traffic onto the more rhythmic flow of the Northway. While it is not a purely monotonous interstate slog, you should prepare for the transition between these varying road conditions as you head north.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 148.4 mi on Adirondack Northway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 31 significant decision points across 310.6 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 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
539 ft24 ft
Total Climb
703 ft
Total Descent
546 ft
Highest Point
539 ft
~64.7 mi in
Elevation Range
515 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Astoria, NY and Beekmantown, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South, Gsp North, Newark, Mahwah, New York State Thruway North: Albany and Troy - among others.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 16m. Total distance: 310.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 16m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 148.4 miles on Adirondack Northway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.00 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 Beekmantown, 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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 Beekmantown, NY before the return drive.
