Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
20.6 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, NY
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Port Richmond, NY
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Astoria, NY to Port Richmond, NY is 20.6 miles and takes about 42 minutes via New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension and NJ 440, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically connecting two points within New York. Expect a practical, urban-to-suburban drive that's ideal for a quick hop between boroughs or for local commutes. It's a straightforward journey that doesn't require extensive planning, making it a convenient option for getting from point A to point B without significant time commitment.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| NJ 440 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| 21st Street | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Holland Tunnel | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| 5th Avenue | 1.3 mi | 5m |
| Queens-Midtown Tunnel | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 14th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 34th Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Port Richmond, NY.
Start on 12th Street
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
Turn right onto 14th Street
Turn left onto 29th Avenue
Turn right onto 21st Street
Take the ramp onto NY 25A
Turn slight right
Turn slight left
Merge onto I 495
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on Tunnel Exit Street
Turn right onto East 34th Street
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Washington Square North
Continue on Washington Square West
Continue on MacDougal Street
At end of road, turn right onto Charlton Street
Turn left onto Varick Street
Take the ramp
Turn right onto I 78
Continue on I 78
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJ 440
Take the exit
Turn left onto Morningstar Road
Turn left onto Walker Street
At end of road, turn left onto Port Richmond Avenue
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 19.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward Downtown, 34th to 35th Street, 2nd Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn right onto Washington Square North
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Varick Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Morningstar Road, Richmond Terrace
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$3.39 one way
$6.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.99 | $7.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.65
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$17
Total
$20
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Astoria on Sunday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Port Richmond on Sunday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route offers a mixed drive experience with about 45% highway share. You'll encounter stretches on the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension and NJ 440, which are typically faster-paced. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 4.7 miles on the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension. The drive progresses from what is likely a more urban starting point in Astoria to a more suburban destination in Port Richmond, with changes in road types and traffic patterns reflecting this transition. Be prepared for a dynamic driving environment that blends highway speeds with more local road conditions.
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 4.1 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 27 decision points packed into just 20.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles (Washington Square North): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (Varick Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Astoria, NY and Port Richmond, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Downtown, New Jersey and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike.
Manhattan
Downtown
New Jersey
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
Founded 1659
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 20.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (45%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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