Astoria, NY to Portland, NY is 399.7 miles and takes about 8h 38m via Keystone Shortway, Christopher Columbus Highway, and West Lake Road, with a fuel budget near $71 and best split over two days. This trip stays within New York, traversing the Northeast region. It's primarily a surface road drive, offering a more grounded experience than a pure highway route. Plan for two days to comfortably cover the distance and enjoy the pace.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
199.8 miles from Astoria, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Keystone Shortway
200 mi
3h 44m
Christopher Columbus Highway
44.6 mi
52m
West Lake Road
12.5 mi
18m
Jackson Run Road
12.5 mi
17m
US 219
12.3 mi
18m
US 46
10.8 mi
12m
NJ 3
10.2 mi
12m
Montmorenci Road
8.8 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 200 mi, about 3h 44m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 298 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~2,993 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,681
Quietest
1 AM
~353 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 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 Portland, NY.
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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
195 mi·3 hr 35 min·Keystone Shortway
28
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
29
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·32 sec
30
Turn straight onto PA 153
7.5 mi·13 min·State Park Road
31
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi·8 min·Hoovertown Road
32
Continue on PA 153
3.7 mi·6 min·Penfield Road
33
At end of road, turn right onto US 219
12 mi·18 min·US 219
34
Turn right onto PA 948
1.0 mi·2 min·Montmorenci Avenue
35
Continue on PA 948
8.8 mi·13 min·Montmorenci Road
36
Continue on PA 948
5.4 mi·7 min·Highland Road
37
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.7 mi·3 min·Kane-Russell City Road
38
Take the exit onto PA 948
8.6 mi·12 min·PA 948
39
Continue on PA 666
2.3 mi·4 min·PA 666
40
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
1.2 mi·2 min·West Main Street
41
Continue on US 6
4.5 mi·6 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
42
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi·2 min·South Main Street
43
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi·4 min·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
44
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi·35 sec·Main Street
45
Continue on US 6
1.8 mi·3 min·Crescent Park
Use the straight lane.
46
Continue on Crescent Park
0.4 mi·1 min·Crescent Park
Use the right lane.
47
Turn right onto Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi·17 sec·Hickory Bridge
Use the right lane.
48
Continue on Hickory Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Hickory Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
49
Turn right onto US 62
0.2 mi·23 sec·West 4th Avenue
50
Turn left onto US 62
2.1 mi·2 min·Market Street
51
Turn left onto PA 69
8.8 mi·12 min·Jackson Run Road
52
Continue on PA 69
0.2 mi·23 sec·Main Street
53
Continue on PA 69
3.6 mi·5 min·Jackson Run Road
54
Continue on PA 69
0.3 mi·38 sec·Mechanic Street
55
At end of road, turn right onto PA 69; PA 957
403 ft·13 sec·Main Street
56
Turn left onto PA 69
0.6 mi·1 min·Forrest Street
57
Continue on PA 69
1.0 mi·1 min·Big Tree Road
58
Continue on CR 69
3.9 mi·6 min·Big Tree-Sugar Grove Road
59
Continue on CR 69
2.6 mi·4 min·Big Tree Road
60
Turn left onto NY 394
0.3 mi·40 sec·West Fairmount Avenue
61
Continue on NY 394
13 mi·18 min·West Lake Road
62
Continue on NY 394
2.5 mi·3 min·South Erie Street
63
Continue on NY 394
4.4 mi·6 min·Portage Road
64
Continue on NY 394
1.1 mi·1 min·South Portage Street
65
Turn right onto US 20
1.4 mi·3 min·East Main Street
66
Continue on US 20
5.6 mi·8 min·Erie Road
67
Arrive at destination
US 20
Trip Plan
Given the 8h 38m estimated drive time, splitting this trip over two days is highly recommended. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight for driving. With two recommended stops, you can break up the 399.7 miles into manageable segments. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially when transitioning to surface roads, as stations might be less frequent than on major highways. The longest stretch is 200 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before hitting that segment.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 199.8 miles from Astoria, NY, or about 3h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 200 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 88 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 199.8 miles or 3h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 199.8 miles or 3h 58m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Portland, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Astoria, NY
Aim for roughly 200 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Portland, NY
Aim for roughly 200 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 88 miles from Astoria, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 200 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 43
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
$70.61 one way
$141.22 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg140 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.86
$76.40
$152.80
premium
$5.28
$83.02
$166.05
diesel
$6.18
$97.23
$194.47
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
$71
Tolls
$16
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$217–$327
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 139.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
119.9
1
$41.97
$19.19
Efficient EV
99.9
1
$34.97
$15.99
EV Truck/SUV
159.9
1
$55.96
$25.58
Gas CO2
140 kg
EV CO2
47 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.
Forecast as of Oct 17, 2026
Origin
Astoria, NY
Afternoon
in Astoria on Saturday
Local time
1:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Chance Rain Showers
NW 13 mph51% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:20AM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 1:29AM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Destination
Portland, NY
Afternoon
in Portland on Saturday
Local time
1:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
N 18 mph19% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:20AM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 1:29AM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
7 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
8h 38m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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 features a 12% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a main road is 200 miles on the Keystone Shortway. Expect frequent changes in speed limits and scenery as you transition from highways to local roads. You'll notice the shift from faster, more direct travel to a more integrated, at-grade driving experience.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
67 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 200 mi on Keystone Shortway.
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 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 43 significant decision points across 399.7 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
1,811 ft24 ft
Total Climb
3,916 ft
Total Descent
3,179 ft
Highest Point
1,811 ft
~314 mi in
Elevation Range
1,787 ft
Notable High Points
1,674 ft at ~199.8 miles+837 ft prominence
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 Portland, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Penfield.
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 200 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 200 miles on day one.
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 39 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 Portland, 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 39 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 8.6 hours each way, a round trip means 17.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Portland, NY before the return drive.
