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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

7h 57m

Distance

368.9 mi

594 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
7h 48m ★
6 AM
7h 57m
8 AM
8h 15m
10 AM
8h 3m
12 PM
8h 1m
3 PM
8h 4m
5 PM
8h 14m
8 PM
7h 52m

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

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Trip Overview

Embarking from Boston, NY, to Staten Island, NY, this 368.9-mile journey is a significant undertaking, estimated to take around 7 hours and 57 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Southern Tier Expressway, I-81, and the Keystone Shortway, this route is largely highway-focused, making it feasible as a single-day trip if you're prepared for a long haul. Budget approximately $61 for fuel, and plan for at least two stops along the way to break up the drive. This trip stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points within New York State.

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

184.5 miles from Boston, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern Tier Expressway 104.5 mi 2h 2m
I 81 53.4 mi 1h 3m
Keystone Shortway 46.1 mi 59m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Genesee Expressway 22.2 mi 25m
State Highway 39 18.2 mi 25m
Nunda-Dansville Road 12.4 mi 16m
NJ 24 9.3 mi 10m
Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Boston, NY and Staten Island, NY.

1

Start on Boston Cross Road

33 ft · 8 sec · Boston Cross Road
2

Turn sharp left onto Boston State Road

1.7 mi · 2 min · Boston State Road
3

Continue on Springville Boston Road

6.4 mi · 9 min · Springville Boston Road
4

Turn left onto CR 410

1.6 mi · 3 min · Middle Road
5

Turn right onto NY 240

1.5 mi · 2 min · Vaughn Street
6

Turn left onto NY 39

7.7 mi · 8 min · Springville Sardinia Highway
7

Continue on NY 39

0.2 mi · 10 sec · State Highway 39
8

Continue on NY 39

1.4 mi · 1 min · Schutt Road
9

Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39

0.6 mi · 56 sec · State Highway 16
10

Continue on NY 16; NY 39

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Olean Road
11

Turn left onto NY 39

1.1 mi · 2 min · State Route 39
12

Continue on NY 39

2.3 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
13

Continue on NY 39

18 mi · 25 min · State Highway 39
14

Turn right onto NY 436

1.8 mi · 2 min · Denton Corners Road
15

Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436

2.2 mi · 3 min · NY 19A; NY 436
16

Turn left onto NY 436

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Hamilton Street
17

Turn left onto NY 436

360 ft · 8 sec · Main Street
18

Continue on NY 436

5.6 mi · 8 min · Portage Street
19

Continue on NY 436

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mill Street
20

Continue on NY 436

12 mi · 16 min · Nunda-Dansville Road
21

Continue on NY 436

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ossian Street
22

Turn right onto Spruce Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Spruce Street
23

Turn slight right onto NY 36

0.9 mi · 1 min · Clara Barton Street
24

Continue on NY 36

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Hornell Road
25

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
26

Merge onto I 390

22 mi · 25 min · Genesee Expressway
27

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway
28

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
29

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6
Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
30

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.
31

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
32

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
33

Merge onto I 80

46 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
34

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong Use the slight right lane.
35

Continue on CR 631

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Ledgewood Road
36

Continue on US 46

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 46
37

Continue on US 46

213 ft · 4 sec · US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
38

Turn straight onto NJ 10

9.2 mi · 11 min · Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39

Continue on NJ 10

3.5 mi · 4 min · NJ 10
Use the right lane.
40

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
41

Merge onto I 287

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 287
42

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 37 Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield Use the slight right lane.
43

Continue on NJ 24

9.3 mi · 10 min · NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
44

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
45

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark Use the slight right lane.
46

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington Use the slight right lane.
48

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 29 sec
Toward Hillside Use the straight / right lanes.
49

Continue on Winans Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Winans Avenue
50

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue
51

Turn left onto CR 628

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hillside Avenue
52

Continue on CR 628

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hillside Avenue
53

At end of road, turn right onto CR 623

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street
54

Continue on CR 623

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
55

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Bayway
56

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
57

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
58

Merge onto I 278

1.3 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge
59

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
60

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
61

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
62

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
63

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
64

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
65

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
66

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
67

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
68

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
69

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
70

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
71

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
72

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour, 57-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. With 368.9 miles to cover, spacing out your two planned stops will be crucial for staying alert. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without services could be over 100 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway. This route is best tackled in one day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, breaking it into two days is an option.

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 184.5 miles from Boston, NY, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 81 miles or 1h 56m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 184.5 miles or 3h 57m 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 26m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Boston, 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 Boston, NY

This is one driving day of about 368.9 miles and 7h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Boston, 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 Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vestal, NY

184 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

Hornell, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endwell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 184.5 miles from Boston, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.

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 · final third

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 1h 42m to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

L'allegria Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Madison, New Jersey

1.4 mi

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

L'allegria Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10

Madison, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+19733776808

Visit website

Cafe Latte

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+17189870192

Rab's Country Lanes

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17189791600

Visit website

Cinar Mediterranean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Livingston, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm

+19733151616

Visit website

Azure The Greek Mediterranean

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $40 to $50

Morristown, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19739989555

Visit website

Cafe Luna

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $30 to $50

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–11 pm

+17183513235

Visit website

Nino's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17184483838

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Vestal, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Horseheads, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Livingston, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Johnson City, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Vestal, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Short Hills, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17183511611

Visit website

GC Renovation

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16464208481

Escape Room NJ Madison

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Madison, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+19735208360

Visit website

Great Kills Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Latourette Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Staten Island, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Boulevard

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18338004343

Visit website

Tysens Park Shopping Center

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

Seaside Wildlife Nature Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Staten Island, 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 45

5 decision points cluster between mile 194.9 and 354.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
194.9 mi into trip | ~4h 10m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
248.2 mi into trip | ~5h 13m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
323.5 mi into trip | ~6h 45m in

Take the exit toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong

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 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
8
354.1 mi into trip | ~7h 23m in

Take the exit toward Hillside, Irvington

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 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington
8
354.3 mi into trip | ~7h 24m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Hillside

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$60.72 one way

$121.45 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 129 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $65.66 $131.32
premium $4.92 $71.50 $143.00
diesel $5.61 $81.45 $162.90

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

Goethals Bridge $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

$61

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$102–$127

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 129.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 110.7 1 $38.73 $17.71
Efficient EV 92.2 1 $32.28 $14.76
EV Truck/SUV 147.6 1 $51.65 $23.61

Gas CO2

129 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 Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Boston, NY

Late night in Boston on Tuesday

Local time

5:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Late night in Staten Island on Tuesday

Local time

5:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Mostly Cloudy

E 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

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

5 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 57m 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.

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 356.2
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 356.2
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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 356.2
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...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 356.2
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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 356.2
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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...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 368.9
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with approximately 70% of the drive taking place on major expressways. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 104.5 miles along the Southern Tier Expressway, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the drive involves maintaining highway speeds, the progression through different interstates means you'll experience shifts in road design and surrounding landscape as you travel.

70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
72 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 194.9 miles in near I 81.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 45 significant decision points across 368.9 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 194.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 248.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 323.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Boston, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.

Mt Pocono

248.2 mi in | ~5h 13m | via US 6

Milford

249 mi in | ~5h 14m | via I 84; I 380

Lake Hopatcong

323.5 mi in | ~6h 45m

Morristown Airport

337.6 mi in | ~7h 3m

New York City

348.9 mi in | ~7h 17m

Newark

348.9 mi in | ~7h 17m

About the Cities

Starting in Boston, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1817

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

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Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 57m. Total distance: 368.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 57m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Goethals 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 194.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 248.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 323.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Statue Of Liberty National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Governors Island 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 8.0 hours each way, a round trip means 15.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Staten Island, NY before the return drive.

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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