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Trip from Blooming Grove, NY to Queens, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 39m

Distance

67.3 mi

108 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Orange County, New York, United States of America

Blooming Grove, NY

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borough in New York City, New York, United States

Queens, NY

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Trip Overview

This 69.8-mile drive from Blooming Grove, NY, to Queens, NY, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 1 hour and 33 minutes. With a fuel cost around $11, it's an economical trip. The route primarily uses local roads like Route 94 and NY 208, offering a non-highway experience. You'll be navigating a turn-heavy local drive, so expect a more engaging journey than a straight interstate cruise. This trip is best suited for those who prefer exploring smaller roads and don't mind a bit more interaction with local traffic. Given its short duration, it's perfect for a spontaneous outing or an easy commute between these two Northeast locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

33.7 miles from Blooming Grove, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NJ 17 14.1 mi 18m
New York State Thruway 13.7 mi 15m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Cross Bronx Expressway 4.4 mi 5m
NY 208 4.4 mi 7m
Van Wyck Expressway 4.3 mi 6m
US 6 3 mi 3m
Whitestone Expressway 2.3 mi 3m
Longest stretch: NJ 17 — 14.1 mi, about 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Blooming Grove, NY and Queens, NY.

1

Start on Tuthill Road

0.2 mi · 41 sec · Tuthill Road
2

Turn right onto NY 94

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Route 94
3

Turn left onto Round Hill Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Round Hill Road
4

Turn right onto NY 208

4.4 mi · 7 min · NY 208
5

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 1 min
Toward US 6 East, NY 17 East: Suffern
6

Merge onto US 6; NY 17

3.0 mi · 3 min · US 6; NY 17
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City Use the slight right lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 87

14 mi · 15 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

14 mi · 18 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
15

Merge onto NJ 4

0.3 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4
Use the right lane.
16

Continue on NJ 4

6.4 mi · 8 min · NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.7 mi · 54 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
20

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
22

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.4 mi · 5 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min
Exit 6A Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Merge onto I 678

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
25

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
26

Continue on I 678

2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
27

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678

4.3 mi · 6 min · Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport Use the slight left lane.
28

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue Use the right lane.
29

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue Use the slight right lane.
30

Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West

0.9 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
31

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

1.5 mi · 4 min · Liberty Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
32

Turn left onto 104th Street

205 ft · 9 sec · 104th Street
33

Arrive at destination

104th Street

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of 1 hour and 33 minutes, you have the flexibility to leave whenever you wish, but consider an earlier departure to avoid potential local traffic congestion. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of $11, extensive planning isn't required. However, be mindful of the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route; keep your navigation handy and be prepared for frequent changes in direction. Pay close attention to local speed limits and road signage, especially when transitioning between Route 94 and NY 208, as these are key arteries for this particular journey.

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 33.7 miles from Blooming Grove, NY, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.1 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 15 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 33.7 miles or 46m 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 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Blooming Grove, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Blooming Grove, NY

This is one driving day of about 67.3 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Blooming Grove, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 17 for about 14.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

34 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.

Popular next leg

Ramapo, NY to Queens, NY

44.1 mi · 1h 10m

Pacing Suggestions

Sloatsburg, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Square, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Blooming Grove, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 43min in / 56min to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

1.1 mi

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leonia, New Jersey

1 mi

Best coffee break · final third

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third · 35min to go 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Saddle River, New Jersey

1.5 mi

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

2.1 mi

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 12–1:30 pm

+12019340030

Visit website

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12013630008

The Mindful Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12016493600

Visit website

Cafe Tropical Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12018800669

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Expensive

Saddle River, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

New York, New York

+19172614093

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12014259120

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.1 mi from route

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Harriman, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Monroe, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Monroe, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Harriman, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4:45 pm

+12014611776

Visit website

Ross Dock Picnic Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Shooting Zone

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+12014401329

Visit website

Firemen's Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015923750

Visit website

Ready to Golf

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Final third 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

River Edge, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+16093887728

Visit website

Overpeck County Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12013367275

Visit website

Bowler City

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+12013433545

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 9.4 and 64.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
9.4 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
9
24.7 mi into trip | ~34m 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
26 mi into trip | ~36m 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
54.9 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in

Take the exit toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 6A Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
9
64.7 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.08 one way

$22.16 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $11.98 $23.96
premium $4.92 $13.04 $26.09
diesel $5.61 $14.86 $29.72

Estimated Tolls: $23.23

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Whitestone Bridge $6.55
New York State Thruway (13.7 mi) $0.68

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

$11

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.2 0 $7.07 $3.23
Efficient EV 16.8 0 $5.89 $2.69
EV Truck/SUV 26.9 0 $9.42 $4.31

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Blooming Grove, NY

Late night in Blooming Grove on Tuesday

Local time

5:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 mph 30% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 2:55PM EDT until April 14 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

Destination

Queens, NY

Late night in Queens on Tuesday

Local time

5:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Sunny

S 13 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 2:55PM EDT until April 14 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

63°F

Ramapo, NY

34 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

1h 39m 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.

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 48.7
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

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 ~7 min detour Free near mile 48.7
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 62.7
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 67.3
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Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 67.3
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 67.3
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, as it features a 0% highway share. The journey primarily utilizes roads such as Route 94 and Round Hill Road, meaning you'll be constantly engaging with the road. There isn't a single 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving to note, indicating a continuous series of turns and intersections. This driving personality means you'll experience a more varied and potentially slower pace, with frequent adjustments needed as you navigate through local areas. It’s a drive that keeps you actively involved behind the wheel.

67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.1 mi on NJ 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.4 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 67.3 miles you will encounter 24 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 9.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Blooming Grove, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Nyst: Albany, New York City, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.

Nyst: Albany

9.4 mi in | ~16m

New York City

9.4 mi in | ~16m

Gsp South: Paterson

40.1 mi in | ~54m

Fort Lee

40.1 mi in | ~54m

New York

40.1 mi in | ~54m

About the Cities

Starting in Blooming Grove, NY

Full guide →

Arriving in Queens, NY

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Founded 1683

Queens is a crescent-shaped (with a tail) borough traversing the north-to-south width of Long Island and including two of the major New York City area airports, LaGuardia (LGA IATA) and John F. Kennedy International (JFK IATA). It also carries the largest ethnic diversity in its area of any region in the world, with many small enclaves. Jackson Heights, for example, includes a huge Indian area, followed by a Colombian area, and then a Mexican area. Each offers a wide array of authentic shops, native-style cuisine, and festivals modified only slightly by the generally colder New York City experience.

Top landmarks

  • • Queensboro Bridge — bridge in New York City
  • • Unisphere — Steel structure in Queens, New York

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Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 67.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 14.1 miles on NJ 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $23.23 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.

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 Queens, 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 9.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Queens, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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