Triplets Family Restaurant
Early in the drive, short detour
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 15m
Distance
342.7 mi
552 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Franklin Square, NY
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Greece, NY
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This 342.7-mile drive from Franklin Square, NY, to Greece, NY, will take approximately 7 hours and 15 minutes of driving time. It's a feasible one-day trip, but with 2 planned stops, you might consider an overnight to break it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace. You'll primarily be on I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway, and the New York State Thruway, with about half the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $56 for this journey through the Northeast region of New York State. This route offers a practical way to travel between these two points.
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
171.4 miles from Franklin Square, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 31m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 97.3 mi | 1h 55m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| New York State Thruway | 30.3 mi | 34m |
| I 380 | 27.7 mi | 30m |
| Keystone Shortway | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| Eastern Expressway | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| Clinton Street | 10.5 mi | 15m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
Step-by-step road directions between Franklin Square, NY and Greece, NY.
Start on Franklin Avenue
Continue on New Hyde Park Road
Turn left onto Tulip Avenue
Turn left onto NY 25
Turn slight right onto NY 25
Turn left onto NY 25
Turn right onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Take the exit
Continue on I 380
Merge onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
Take the exit
Turn right onto NY 13
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
Continue on Albany Street
At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 41
Turn left onto NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Continue on NY 41
Turn left onto US 20
Turn right onto US 20
Turn left onto US 20; NY 5
Continue on US 20; NY 5; NY 38
Continue on US 20; NY 5
Turn right onto NY 318
Continue on NY 318
Turn right onto NY 414
Continue on NY 414
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Continue on I 490
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NY 590
Take the exit
Merge onto NY 104
Continue on NY 104
Continue on NY 104
Continue on NY 104
Turn right
Turn left
Turn right
Arrive at destination
Given the 7-hour, 15-minute duration, starting early from Franklin Square is recommended if you aim to complete this trip in a single day. This allows ample time for your two stops and avoids arriving in Greece, NY, late in the evening. The longest stretch without a major break is 97.3 miles on I 81, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. Since this is a single-day drive, the flexibility to adjust your stops based on your energy levels is a key advantage. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach larger towns along I 81.
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.
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 75 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.4 miles or 3h 31m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greece, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Franklin Square, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Franklin Square, NY
This is one driving day of about 342.7 miles and 7h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
171 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.
A short stop after about 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 171.4 miles from Franklin Square, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Early in the drive, short detour
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Bosphorus Restaurant
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Crabtree's Restaurant
Floral Park, New York
Top Coffee Stop
Englewood, New Jersey
Near the start, short detour
Hours: Closed
+12015675111
Marimba Cafe
Hackensack, New Jersey
Wonderland Play and Party
South Hackensack, New Jersey
Early in the drive, short detour
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Floral Park, New York
Hours: 12–10 pm
+15163267769
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19732993399
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Boonton, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19739173334
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Queens, New York
Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm
+17183477136
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Paramus, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+12014871088
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Tenafly, New Jersey
Hours: 4–10 pm
+12018712182
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Englewood, New Jersey
Hours: Closed
+12015675111
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Hackensack, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+12012563010
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
South Hackensack, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+12014265898
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
New York, New York
+19172614093
Near the end, right off the route
Waterloo, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
New Milford, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15704652974
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
New Milford, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15704652974
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Phelps, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Binghamton, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Binghamton, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Phelps, NY
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Binghamton, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Ridgefield Park, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
Near the start, right off the route
Parsippany, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+19732637254
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Leonia, New Jersey
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12013367275
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Teaneck, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+12018362403
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Englewood, New Jersey
Hours: Closed
+12014085555
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Englewood, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–5 pm
+12015415559
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Hackensack, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–12 pm
+12013433545
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Whippany, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.8 and 331 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 590 South, NY 590 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 590 North: Irondequoit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$56.41 one way
$112.82 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $61.00 | $122.00 |
| premium | $4.92 | $66.42 | $132.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $75.66 | $151.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $24.35
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
$56
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$106–$131
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102.8 | 1 | $35.98 | $16.45 |
| Efficient EV | 85.7 | 0 | $29.99 | $13.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.1 | 1 | $47.98 | $21.93 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Franklin Square on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Greece on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" profile for a significant portion of this trip, despite nearly half the mileage being on highways. While you'll encounter stretches on major roads like I 81, the overall feel is not a constant interstate cruise. The longest continuous segment you'll navigate is 97.3 miles on I 81, offering a chance for steady progress. However, be prepared for the route to transition between faster highway sections and more involved local road driving as you progress toward your destination.
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 21.8 miles in.
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 39 significant decision points across 342.7 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 21.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Franklin Square, NY and Greece, NY, road signs point toward Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Hackensack and Albany.
Upper Level
Njtp South: Hackensack
Hackensack
Albany
Founded 1822
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 15m. Total distance: 342.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 15m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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