This 316.9-mile journey from Denmark, NY, to Staten Island, NY, is estimated to take about 6 hours and 32 minutes of driving time. Designed as a single-day trip, it covers a significant distance within the Northeast region. The primary arteries for this drive are the New York State Thruway and State Highway 12, with a segment on NJ 17. Expect a fuel cost of approximately $52 for this route. The overall feel is a practical, turn-heavy local drive that requires attention and potentially a split if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
158.4 miles from Denmark, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
201.9 mi
3h 53m
State Highway 12
22.8 mi
31m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
Bea Luck Road
19.8 mi
23m
Erwin Parkway
9.7 mi
11m
State Highway 26
8.4 mi
11m
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
4.7 mi
5m
NJ 440
4.5 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 201.9 mi, about 3h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denmark, NY and Staten Island, NY.
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Start on NY 26
8.4 mi·11 min·State Highway 26
2
Continue on NY 26
1.3 mi·3 min·North State Street
3
Continue on NY 12
0.5 mi·1 min·Utica Boulevard
4
Continue on NY 12
20 mi·23 min·Bea Luck Road
5
Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi·51 sec·State Highway 12
6
Continue on NY 12
9.7 mi·11 min·Erwin Parkway
7
Continue on NY 12
22 mi·30 min·State Highway 12
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
9
Merge onto NY 49
0.4 mi·26 sec·State Route 49
10
Continue on I 790; NY 5
0.2 mi·13 sec·I 790; NY 5
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward Genesee Street South
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 90
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 90 East
14
Merge onto I 90
84 mi·1 hr 36 min·New York State Thruway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, BostonUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
17
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
18
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
20
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
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
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
24
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
25
Continue on NJ 139
0.3 mi·27 sec·12th Street Viaduct
26
Take the exit
236 ft·9 sec
Use the left lane.
27
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
463 ft·23 sec·Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139
408 ft·5 sec·14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
4.7 mi·5 min·New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 14AToward NJ 440: BayonneUse the right lane.
31
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
0.3 mi·17 sec·Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
32
Take the exit
357 ft·8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few WayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 440 SouthUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
34
Merge onto NJ 440
4.5 mi·6 min·NJ 440
35
Continue on NY 440
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
36
Take the exit
0.6 mi·55 sec
Exit 10EToward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
37
Merge onto I 278
0.8 mi·1 min·Staten Island Expressway
38
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 11Toward I 278 West: Bradley AvenueUse the slight right lane.
39
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft·8 sec·South Gannon Avenue
40
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
41
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·Brielle Avenue
42
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Rockland Avenue
43
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
44
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
45
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
46
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
47
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
48
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
49
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6-hour and 32-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Denmark, NY, to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Staten Island. With one recommended stop, you can break up the 316.9 miles into manageable segments. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $52, and plan your refueling stops accordingly, particularly before entering longer stretches. A good tip is to familiarize yourself with the transitions between State Highway 12 and NJ 17, as these can be key points for navigation.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 158.4 miles from Denmark, NY, or about 3h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.9 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 70 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.4 miles or 3h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 11m
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 Denmark, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Denmark, NY
This is one driving day of about 316.9 miles and 6h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 miles from Denmark, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 201.9 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 31
5 decision points cluster between mile 148.2 and 299.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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148.2 mi into trip|~3h 3m in|New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
266.4 mi into trip|~5h 19m 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
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267.8 mi into trip|~5h 21m 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
297.7 mi into trip|~5h 59m 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
7
299.1 mi into trip|~6h 1m in|I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.16 one way
$104.33 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg111 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$56.41
$112.81
premium
$4.92
$61.42
$122.84
diesel
$5.61
$69.97
$139.94
Estimated Tolls: $10.74
New York State Thruway
(201.9 mi)$10.09
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
$52
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
95.1
1
$33.27
$15.21
Efficient EV
79.2
0
$27.73
$12.68
EV Truck/SUV
126.8
1
$44.37
$20.28
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 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 15, 2026
Origin
Denmark, NY
Morning
in Denmark on Sunday
Local time
11:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Morning
in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
11:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
11 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
6h 32m 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
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...
3 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 305.9
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...
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...
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
With only 26% of the drive on highways, this route leans heavily into a turn-heavy local drive experience. You'll navigate through a mix of State Highway 12 and NJ 17, which means more frequent turns and varying speed limits compared to an interstate cruise. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 201.9 miles, primarily on the New York State Thruway, offering a period of more consistent travel before transitioning back to more engaged driving.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 201.9 mi on New York State Thruway.
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 148.2 miles in near New York State Thruway.
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 31 significant decision points across 316.9 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 148.2 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 266.4 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.8 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 Denmark, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Genesee Street South, Boston, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 32m. Total distance: 316.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 32m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 201.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $10.74 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.
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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 148.2 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 266.4 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.8 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Statue Of Liberty National Monument, Stonewall National Monument and African Burial Ground 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 6.5 hours each way, a round trip means 13.1 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.
