Origin
Balmville, NY
Late night in Balmville on Sunday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Balmville, NY to Staten Island, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
84.3 mi
136 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
26 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 47m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Balmville, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Staten Island, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Balmville, NY to Staten Island, NY is 84.3 miles and takes about 1h 55m via New York State Thruway and NJ 17, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, traveling from upstate New York down towards the New York City metropolitan area. Expect a mix of highway driving and more local roads as you approach your destination. It's a straightforward, single-day trip that's easy to plan for, making it a convenient option for getting between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.2 miles from Balmville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 29 mi | 33m |
| NJ 17 | 22.7 mi | 29m |
| New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| NJ 440 | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| I 84 | 2 mi | 2m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 29 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Balmville, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on CR 86
38 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fostertown Road
2
Turn right onto US 9W
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 9W
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto NY 32
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Plank Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 84 West, NY 52 West
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto I 84; NY 52
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 84; NY 52
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 36A
Toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State Thruway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on this road
427 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 87 South: New York City
9
Merge onto I 87
29 mi
·
33 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 287; NJ 17
12
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi
·
29 min
·
NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
14
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
18
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
19
Continue on NJ 139
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
20
Take the exit
236 ft
·
9 sec
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
463 ft
·
23 sec
·
Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139
408 ft
·
5 sec
·
14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 14A
Toward NJ 440: Bayonne
Use the right lane.
25
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
17 sec
·
Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
26
Take the exit
357 ft
·
8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few Way
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 440 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
28
Merge onto NJ 440
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
NJ 440
29
Continue on NY 440
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
30
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 10E
Toward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
31
Merge onto I 278
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 11
Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
33
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Gannon Avenue
34
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Brielle Avenue
36
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Rockland Avenue
37
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond Road
38
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kensico Street
39
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
·
13 sec
·
Clarke Avenue
40
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cotter Avenue
41
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Corona Avenue
42
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
·
6 sec
·
Croft Court
43
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day trip of just under 2 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Balmville in the morning, perhaps after 9 AM, could help you avoid the heaviest commuter traffic heading into the city. The $14 fuel estimate is quite low, so you shouldn't need to worry about frequent stops for gas. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition from the New York State Thruway onto NJ 17, as this is where the road profile changes from primarily highway to a mix of surface roads.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.2 miles from Balmville, NY, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29 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 19 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.2 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Balmville, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Balmville, NY
This is one driving day of about 84.3 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Balmville, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 29 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.2 miles from Balmville, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 315 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 65.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 84 West, NY 52 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 84 West, NY 52 West
8
3.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State Thruway
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 36A
Toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York St...
9
33.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
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
35.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
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
65.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.68 one way
$27.37 round trip
$4.13/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $14.81 | $29.62 |
| premium | $4.87 | $16.13 | $32.26 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $17.91 | $35.82 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.10
New York State Thruway
(29 mi)
$1.45
New Jersey Turnpike
(4.7 mi)
$0.65
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
$14
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
EV Charging Along Route
26 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Newburgh Mall - Tesla Supercharger
Newburgh, NY
Tesla
16 DCFC
Woodbury Common - Tesla Supercharger
Central Valley, NY
Tesla
12 DCFC
Mahwah, NJ - Tesla Supercharger
Mahwah, NJ
Tesla
8 DCFC
Plattekill Service Area
Plattekill, NY
APPLEGREEN
6 DCFC
Newburgh, NY
Newburgh, NY
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Cosimo's on Union - Tesla Supercharger
Newburgh, NY
Tesla
6 DCFC
Mahwah Ford
Mahwah, NJ
CHARGESMART_EV
6 DCFC
1200 MacArthur Blvd Poweral
Mahwah, NJ
RED_E
6 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 12
Tesla: 4
RED_E: 2
Electrify America: 2
APPLEGREEN: 1
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1
eVgo Network: 1
CHARGESMART_EV: 1
EV Connect: 1
Blink Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.85 | $4.05 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.38 | $3.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.80 | $5.40 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Late night in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
2:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Rain Showers
E 15 mph
95% chance
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
3 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
1h 55m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Statue Of Liberty National Monument
National Monument
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 69.8
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 66.9
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 66.9
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 66.9
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument
National Monument
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 69.8
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...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 66.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 51% highway, with the longest continuous stretch on the New York State Thruway covering 29 miles. You'll transition from the Thruway onto NJ 17 and then the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension, indicating a shift from higher-speed cruising to more varied road conditions. Expect to encounter a higher density of exits and potential for urban merging as you get closer to Staten Island.
51% 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: 29 mi on New York State Thruway.
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 1.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84.3 miles you will encounter 31 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.9 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Balmville, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken, Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike and Brooklyn.
Jersey City
65 mi in
|
~1h 21m
|
via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
65 mi in
|
~1h 21m
|
via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
65.1 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
66.7 mi in
|
~1h 24m
|
via I 78; NJTP
Brooklyn
78.6 mi in
|
~1h 40m
About the Cities
Arriving in Staten Island, NY
Full guide →Founded 1683
Staten Island is New York City's "Forgotten Borough" across New York Harbor from Manhattan. Staten Island may seem like it's in an entirely different world than the hustle and bustle expected in New York City. However, it still has some of the features you've come to expect from the city. This combination of city influences and its rural origins have created a unique borough that is a great place to visit.
Top landmarks
- • Bayonne Bridge — arch bridge connecting Staten Island, NY with Bayonne, NJ
- • Staten Island Museum — museum in Staten Island, New York
- • Fort Wadsworth — United States military base
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 1h 55m. Total distance: 84.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.10 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. 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.
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 Staten Island, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.9 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Staten Island, NY before heading back.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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