Origin
Gang Mills, NY
Night in Gang Mills on Sunday
Local time
9:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
256.3 mi
412 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gang Mills, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Gang Mills, NY to Staten Island, NY is 256.3 miles and takes about 5h 24m via Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, and Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This northeastern drive is a solid option for a single-day trip, focusing primarily on interstate highways. You'll be covering a good amount of ground across New York and potentially touching Pennsylvania, depending on the exact path of the Keystone Shortway. If you're looking for a straightforward journey with minimal detours, this route fits the bill.
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
128.1 miles from Gang Mills, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 81 mi | 1h 35m |
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| Keystone Shortway | 46.1 mi | 59m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| NJ 24 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Route 10 East | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Gang Mills, NY and Staten Island, NY.
Start on Beartown Road
Turn left onto NY 417
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 86
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
Continue on I 84; I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Continue on CR 631
Continue on US 46
Continue on US 46
Turn straight onto NJ 10
Continue on NJ 10
Take the exit
Merge onto I 287
Take the exit
Continue on NJ 24
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 78
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on Winans Avenue
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
Turn left onto CR 628
Continue on CR 628
At end of road, turn right onto CR 623
Continue on CR 623
Turn left onto NJ 439
Turn left onto NJ 439
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 278
Continue on I 278
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278
Take the exit
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
Continue on Richmond Road
Turn left onto Kensico Street
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
Continue on Corona Avenue
Turn right onto Croft Court
Arrive at destination
Given this route can be completed in under 6 hours, it's perfectly suited for a single-day departure. Aim to leave in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unforeseen traffic. With only one recommended stop, plan for a fuel and stretch break roughly halfway through your journey to stay refreshed. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 81 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, so be sure to fuel up before embarking on that segment to avoid needing to stop unexpectedly.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 56 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.1 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Gang Mills, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gang Mills, NY
This is one driving day of about 256.3 miles and 5h 24m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 128.1 miles from Gang Mills, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 82.2 and 241.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
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
Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$42.19 one way
$84.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $45.62 | $91.24 |
| premium | $4.92 | $49.68 | $99.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.59 | $113.18 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$42
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.9 | 0 | $26.91 | $12.30 |
| Efficient EV | 64.1 | 0 | $22.43 | $10.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.5 | 1 | $35.88 | $16.40 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Night in Gang Mills on Sunday
Local time
9:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
9:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
49°F
Ramapo, NY
128 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
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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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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This is a highway-focused drive, with 76% of the journey taking place on major interstates. Expect long stretches of efficient travel, including an 81-mile segment on the Southern Tier Expressway where you can really make progress. The profile suggests a predominantly high-speed experience, ideal for covering distance quickly. While the majority of the route utilizes the interstate system, keep an eye out for transitions as you navigate between the Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, and the Keystone Shortway.
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 82.2 miles in near I 81.
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 34 significant decision points across 256.3 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 82.2 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 135.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210.8 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 Gang Mills, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark - among others.
Mt Pocono
Milford
Lake Hopatcong
Morristown Airport
New York City
Newark
Hillside
Irvington
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 24m. Total distance: 256.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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