Astoria, NY to Clarence, NY is 370.9 miles and takes about 7h 44m via I 86, I 81, and Christopher Columbus Highway, with a fuel budget near $61 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within New York, traversing the Northeast region. Given its mostly highway profile and single-day duration, it’s a straightforward connection between these two points. Plan for a fairly direct drive with limited need for extensive overnight stops.
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
185.5 miles from Astoria, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 86
100 mi
1h 56m
I 81
58.1 mi
1h 9m
Christopher Columbus Highway
44.6 mi
52m
Genesee Expressway
38.6 mi
44m
I 380
27.7 mi
30m
Keystone Shortway
17.3 mi
24m
Main Road
13.1 mi
18m
US 46
10.8 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
I 86
— 100 mi, about 1h 56m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 246 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,353 veh/hr typical
· worst 5,201
Quietest
1 AM
~459 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 103 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Clarence, NY.
1
Start on 12th Street
23 ft·4 sec·12th Street
2
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
331 ft·16 sec·Astoria Boulevard
3
Turn right onto 14th Street
277 ft·17 sec·14th Street
4
Turn left onto 29th Avenue
0.1 mi·27 sec·29th Avenue
5
Turn right onto 21st Street
1.4 mi·2 min·21st Street
6
Turn left onto 41st Avenue
0.2 mi·28 sec·41st Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Crescent Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·Crescent Street
8
Take the ramp
113 ft·5 sec
Toward Edward Cochran, Queensboro Bridge
9
Merge onto NY 25
1.4 mi·2 min·NY 25
10
Keep slight left at fork
297 ft·15 sec
Toward 2nd Avenue SouthUse the left lane.
11
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·2nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto East 57th Street
1.2 mi·2 min·East 57th Street
13
Turn left onto 9th Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·9th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto West 41st Street
0.2 mi·32 sec·West 41st Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto Galvin Avenue
262 ft·11 sec·Galvin Avenue
Toward Lincoln Tunnel
16
Take the ramp
477 ft·11 sec
Toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New JerseyUse the straight lane.
17
Merge onto NY 495
3.4 mi·6 min·Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·29 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: SecaucusUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork
453 ft·7 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: CliftonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto NJ 3
10 mi·12 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto US 46
11 mi·12 min·US 46
Use the straight lane.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap
23
Continue on I 80W
1.6 mi·1 min·Interstate 80 West
Toward I 287: Morristown, MahwahUse the straight / slight left lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·21 sec
Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water GapUse the straight / slight left lanes.
25
Merge onto I 80
45 mi·52 min·Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi·8 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
12 mi·15 min·Keystone Shortway
28
Take the exit
0.7 mi·46 sec
Exit 293Toward I 380 North: Scranton
29
Continue on I 380
28 mi·30 min·I 380
Use the straight lane.
30
Merge onto I 81
58 mi·1 hr 9 min·I 81
Use the straight lane.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17
100 mi·1 hr 56 min·I 86; NY 17
Toward I 86: Corning
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 390
39 mi·44 min·Genesee Expressway
Toward I 390: Rochester
33
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 7Toward NY 408, NY 63: Mount Morris, Letchworth Park
34
Turn right onto NY 408
0.1 mi·10 sec·Mount Morris-Geneseo Road
35
Continue on NY 63
3.3 mi·4 min·Geneseo-Mount Morris Road
36
Turn left onto NY 63
1.3 mi·1 min·Genesee Street
37
Enter roundabout onto NY 63
100 ft·1 sec·Genesee Street
38
Continue on NY 63
7.5 mi·11 min·Genesee Street
39
Continue on NY 63
0.7 mi·54 sec·State Highway 63
40
Continue on NY 63
4.1 mi·6 min·Big Tree Road
41
Continue on NY 63
10 mi·15 min·Ellicott Street Road
42
Turn right onto Cedar Street
0.9 mi·2 min·Cedar Street
43
Turn left onto NY 5
7.1 mi·11 min·East Main Street
44
Continue on NY 5
13 mi·18 min·Main Road
45
Continue on NY 5
2.2 mi·3 min·Main Street
46
Turn left onto CR 155
0.3 mi·39 sec·Ransom Road
47
Turn left onto Boyd Drive
21 ft·1 sec·Boyd Drive
48
Arrive at destination
Boyd Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7 hour 44 minute drive, aim for an early morning departure to avoid the worst of any traffic, especially when leaving the Astoria area. With only 2 recommended stops, you can choose them strategically for fuel and a quick break, perhaps around the halfway point. The longest stretch without a major exit is 100 miles on I 86, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before beginning that segment. Since this is designed as a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your stop timing based on how you feel.
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 185.5 miles from Astoria, NY, or about 3h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100 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 82 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.5 miles or 3h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarence, 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.
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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 Astoria, NY
This is one driving day of about 370.9 miles and 7h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Astoria, 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 I 86 for about 100 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 38
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 9.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|41st Avenue
Turn left onto 41st Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3.3 mi into trip|~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 2nd Avenue South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward 2nd Avenue South
7
3.4 mi into trip|~7m in|2nd Avenue
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
5.8 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
8
9.6 mi into trip|~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$65.52 one way
$131.04 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg130 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$70.89
$141.79
premium
$5.28
$77.04
$154.08
diesel
$6.18
$90.23
$180.46
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$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
$66
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$107–$132
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 129.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
111.3
1
$38.94
$17.80
Efficient EV
92.7
1
$32.45
$14.84
EV Truck/SUV
148.4
1
$51.93
$23.74
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Astoria, NY
Late night
in Astoria on Tuesday
Local time
3:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Mostly Clear
N 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Clarence, NY
Late night
in Clarence on Tuesday
Local time
3:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Clear
S 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
62°F
Barton, NY
185 mi in
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
6 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
7h 44m 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?
This route is 67% highway, making for a predominantly high-speed experience. You'll cover a significant 100-mile stretch on I 86 without needing to exit. Expect to transition from highway cruising to surface roads as you approach your destination, with a higher density of exits and local traffic likely near the end of the drive.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
48 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100 mi on I 86.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 86 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near 41st Avenue.
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 38 significant decision points across 370.9 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 1.6 miles (41st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (2nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
1,964 ft24 ft
Total Climb
3,213 ft
Total Descent
2,497 ft
Highest Point
1,964 ft
~106 mi in
Elevation Range
1,940 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 Clarence, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Letchworth Park.
A second-ring suburb of Buffalo, New York, affluent Clarence is a haven for antique shopping. Main Street in Clarence Hollow, the town's adorable, quaint business district, is where you'll find many of the antique stores that draw visitors to Clarence from all over the region—as well as a wide range of other charming shops, restaurants, and other attractions.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 44m. Total distance: 370.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 44m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 100 miles on I 86. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Lincoln Tunnel. 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.
Yes — we found about 46 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Clarence, 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. There are 46 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (41st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (2nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
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 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Clarence, NY before the return drive.
