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Trip from Esopus, NY to Staten Island, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 23m

Distance

107.6 mi

173 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 13m ★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 17m

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

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Esopus, NY

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Trip Overview

This 107.6-mile drive from Esopus, NY, to Staten Island, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. You'll be navigating primarily on the New York State Thruway and NJ 17, with a portion on Broadway, making for a mixed driving experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, this is an economical option for a New York to New York journey within the Northeast region. The route is designed for a straightforward transit, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B without requiring an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

53.8 miles from Esopus, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 44.9 mi 51m
NJ 17 22.7 mi 29m
Broadway 5.8 mi 7m
NY 299 5.2 mi 7m
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
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 44.9 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Main Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Main Street
2

Turn slight left onto US 9W

5.8 mi · 7 min · Broadway
3

Turn right onto NY 299

5.2 mi · 7 min · NY 299
Use the right lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Use the left lane.
5

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 22 sec · this road
Toward I 87
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 87 South: New York City
7

Merge onto I 87

45 mi · 51 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

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.
9

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
10

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.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
12

Merge onto NJ 3

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

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
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the left lane.
16

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
17

Continue on NJ 139

0.3 mi · 27 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
18

Take the exit

236 ft · 9 sec
Use the left lane.
19

Turn left onto Jersey Avenue

463 ft · 23 sec · Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
20

Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139

408 ft · 5 sec · 14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
21

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.
22

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 14A Toward NJ 440: Bayonne Use the right lane.
23

Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard

0.3 mi · 17 sec · Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
24

Take the exit

357 ft · 8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few Way Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 440 South Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
26

Merge onto NJ 440

4.5 mi · 6 min · NJ 440
27

Continue on NY 440

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
28

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 55 sec
Exit 10E Toward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
29

Merge onto I 278

0.8 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
30

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
31

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
32

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
33

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
34

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
35

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
36

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
37

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
38

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
39

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
40

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
41

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 23 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility in departure times. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour if possible. With no specific stops recommended, you can tailor your breaks to your own needs, perhaps stopping for fuel when the estimated $18 cost is factored in. A key tip for this route is to be aware of the transition points between the New York State Thruway and NJ 17, as these can be busy areas.

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 53.8 miles from Esopus, NY, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.9 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 24 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 53.8 miles or 1h 5m 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 48m

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 Esopus, 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 Esopus, NY

This is one driving day of about 107.6 miles and 2h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Esopus, 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 44.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yonkers, NY

54 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

New Windsor, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.8 miles from Esopus, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 69.2

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+12013893535

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 76.9

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

1.8 mi

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 69.2

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+12013893535

Visit website

Cafe Latte

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 107.6

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+17189870192

Rab's Country Lanes

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 107.6

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17189791600

Visit website

Le Coucou

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $100 or ab mile 92.2

New York, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+12122714252

Visit website

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 76.9

Rutherford, New Jersey

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

Buena Vista Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $50 to $10 mile 84.6

New York, New York

Hours: 3–11 pm

+12123885040

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately mile 76.9

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Coppola Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 92.2

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19294309955

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 76.9

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 76.9

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Aleef Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 84.6

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12125642723

Amano Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 92.2

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15858883232

Visit website

Le Cafe Coffee

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 92.2

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12123651060

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 76.9

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Roots Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 92.2

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19293015535

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 84.6

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 30.7

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 30.7

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 30.7

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Greenspot Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12013477794

Visit website

Liberty Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

+12012001000

Visit website

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 107.6

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17183511611

Visit website

Flag Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Catch Air Hasbrouck

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 76.9

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12017132156

Visit website

GC Renovation

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 107.6

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16464208481

New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 76.9

Teterboro, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–4 pm

+12012886344

Visit website

Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 92.2

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: 9:45 am–4:45 pm

+18329600009

Visit website

Statue of Liberty Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 92.2

New York, New York

Hours: 9:15 am–4:30 pm

+12123633200

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 28

5 decision points cluster between mile 57.2 and 90 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
57.2 mi into trip | ~1h 9m 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
58.6 mi into trip | ~1h 11m 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
88.4 mi into trip | ~1h 49m 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
89.9 mi into trip | ~1h 52m 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.
7
90 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in | I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension

Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$17.71 one way

$35.42 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 38 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $19.15 $38.30
premium $4.92 $20.85 $41.71
diesel $5.61 $23.76 $47.51

Estimated Tolls: $2.90

New York State Thruway (44.9 mi) $2.25
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

$18

Tolls

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 37.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.3 0 $11.30 $5.16
Efficient EV 26.9 0 $9.42 $4.30
EV Truck/SUV 43 0 $15.06 $6.89

Gas CO2

38 kg

EV CO2

13 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Esopus, NY

Morning in Esopus on Sunday

Local time

10:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Morning in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

10:19 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

8 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

2h 23m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 92.8
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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 89.1
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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 92.8
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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 89.1
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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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 92.8
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

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 ~7 min detour Free near mile 89.1
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 varied drive with 42% of the journey on highways, interspersed with other road types. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 44.9 miles on the New York State Thruway, offering a good period of steady travel. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift, moving from major thoroughfares to more localized roads as you approach your destination. This mix means you'll experience both efficient highway cruising and more typical urban or suburban driving conditions.

42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.9 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 57.2 miles in near NY 17.

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 28 significant decision points across 107.6 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 57.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.4 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 Esopus, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken, Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike and Brooklyn.

Jersey City

88.3 mi in | ~1h 49m | via US 1; US 9

Pulaski Skyway

88.3 mi in | ~1h 49m | via US 1; US 9

Hoboken

88.4 mi in | ~1h 49m

Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike

90 mi in | ~1h 52m | via I 78; NJTP

Brooklyn

101.9 mi in | ~2h 8m

About the Cities

Starting in Esopus, NY

Full guide →

Top landmarks

  • • Slabsides — historic house in New York, United States
  • • Kingston–Port Ewen Suspension Bridge — bridge in Ulster County, New York, United States

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 2h 23m. Total distance: 107.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (42%). 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 44.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.90 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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 57.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.4 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, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton 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 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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