Origin
Geneva, NY
Morning in Geneva on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Geneva, NY to Staten Island, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 2m
Distance
271.9 mi
438 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 49m
★
6 AM
6h 2m
8 AM
6h 28m
10 AM
6h 11m
12 PM
6h 9m
3 PM
6h 13m
5 PM
6h 27m
8 PM
5h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Geneva, NY
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Trip Overview
This 271.9-mile journey from Geneva, NY, to Staten Island, NY, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 6 hours and 2 minutes. You'll be spending about 65% of your time on highways, making it a highway-focused trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $45, this drive offers a straightforward transit between two points within the Northeast region. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover the distance without the need for an overnight stop.
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
135.9 miles from Geneva, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 73.5 mi | 1h 28m |
| Keystone Shortway | 46.1 mi | 59m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 96A | 17.1 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 79 | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Slaterville Road | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| NJ 24 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Route 10 East | 9.2 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 73.5 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Geneva, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on this road
203 ft
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18 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn left
189 ft
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21 sec
3
Turn sharp right onto US 20; NY 5
0.3 mi
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33 sec
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Lake Front Drive
4
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.6 mi
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2 min
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Waterloo-Geneva Road
5
Turn right onto NY 96A
10 mi
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14 min
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State Highway 96A
6
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 96A
6.7 mi
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9 min
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State Highway 96A
7
Continue on NY 96A
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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North Street
8
Continue on NY 96
485 ft
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13 sec
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North Town Line Road
9
Continue on NY 96
3.0 mi
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4 min
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State Highway 96
10
Turn left onto Center Road
1.4 mi
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1 min
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Center Road
11
Turn right onto NY 89
3.4 mi
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4 min
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State Highway 89
12
Turn right onto CR 141
0.9 mi
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1 min
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County Road 141
13
Continue on CR 141A
1.5 mi
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2 min
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Powell Road
14
Turn left onto NY 96
4.0 mi
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5 min
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State Highway 96
15
Continue on NY 96
0.1 mi
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11 sec
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Trumansburg Road
16
Continue on NY 96
1.4 mi
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2 min
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West Main Street
17
Continue on NY 96
8.7 mi
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12 min
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Trumansburg Road
18
Continue on NY 96
1.0 mi
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2 min
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Cliff Street
19
Continue on NY 96
0.2 mi
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22 sec
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West Buffalo Street
20
Turn right onto Taughannock Boulevard
523 ft
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24 sec
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Taughannock Boulevard
21
Turn left onto NY 79
510 ft
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11 sec
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West State Street
22
Turn right onto NY 13; NY 34; NY 96; NY 79
345 ft
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12 sec
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South Fulton Street
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto NY 79
0.8 mi
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2 min
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West Green Street
Use the slight left lane.
24
Continue on NY 79
1.1 mi
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2 min
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East State Street
25
Continue on NY 79
11 mi
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16 min
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Slaterville Road
26
Continue on NY 79
15 mi
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17 min
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State Highway 79
27
Continue on NY 79
3.1 mi
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3 min
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Main Street
28
Turn right onto NY 26
0.6 mi
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47 sec
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NY 26
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 81 South
30
Merge onto I 81
20 mi
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24 min
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I 81
31
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
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1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
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4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
34
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
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25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
35
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
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1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
36
Merge onto I 80
46 mi
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59 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28
Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Use the slight right lane.
38
Continue on CR 631
0.2 mi
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12 sec
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Ledgewood Road
39
Continue on US 46
0.9 mi
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1 min
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US 46
40
Continue on US 46
213 ft
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4 sec
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US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
41
Turn straight onto NJ 10
9.2 mi
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11 min
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Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Continue on NJ 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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NJ 10
Use the right lane.
43
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
44
Merge onto I 287
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 287
45
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 37
Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Use the slight right lane.
46
Continue on NJ 24
9.3 mi
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10 min
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NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
47
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
48
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
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17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Use the slight right lane.
49
Merge onto I 78
4.6 mi
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5 min
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Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 54
Toward Hillside, Irvington
Use the slight right lane.
51
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Hillside
Use the straight / right lanes.
52
Continue on Winans Avenue
0.2 mi
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39 sec
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Winans Avenue
53
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Liberty Avenue
54
Turn left onto CR 628
0.3 mi
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37 sec
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Hillside Avenue
55
Continue on CR 628
0.4 mi
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45 sec
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Hillside Avenue
56
At end of road, turn right onto CR 623
2.1 mi
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4 min
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North Broad Street
57
Continue on CR 623
1.4 mi
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3 min
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Broad Street
58
Turn left onto NJ 439
0.3 mi
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43 sec
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Bayway
59
Turn left onto NJ 439
0.1 mi
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11 sec
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Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
60
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
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1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
61
Merge onto I 278
1.3 mi
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2 min
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Goethals Bridge
62
Continue on I 278
2.2 mi
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3 min
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Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
63
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
64
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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28 sec
Exit 11
Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
65
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft
·
8 sec
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South Gannon Avenue
66
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
67
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Brielle Avenue
68
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Rockland Avenue
69
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Richmond Road
70
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Kensico Street
71
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
·
13 sec
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Clarke Avenue
72
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
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54 sec
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Cotter Avenue
73
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
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40 sec
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Corona Avenue
74
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
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6 sec
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Croft Court
75
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour duration, departing early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic delays, especially as you approach Staten Island. While the drive is manageable in one day, plan for one stop to break up the 73.5-mile stretch on I 81. The estimated fuel cost of $45 is a good baseline, but always check current prices. A practical tip for this route: be aware of the transition onto I 380, as it can sometimes present more variable traffic conditions than the earlier interstate segments.
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 135.9 miles from Geneva, NY, or about 3h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.5 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 60 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.9 miles or 3h 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 46m
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 Geneva, 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 Geneva, NY
This is one driving day of about 271.9 miles and 6h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Geneva, 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 I 81 for about 73.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.9 miles from Geneva, 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 73.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 465 decision points cluster between mile 97.8 and 257.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
97.8 mi into trip
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~2h 15m in
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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
151.2 mi into trip
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~3h 18m in
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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
226.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 50m 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
257.1 mi into trip
|
~5h 29m 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
257.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 29m 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
$44.76 one way
$89.51 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $48.40 | $96.79 |
| premium | $4.92 | $52.70 | $105.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.03 | $120.06 |
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
$45
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.6 | 1 | $28.55 | $13.05 |
| Efficient EV | 68 | 0 | $23.79 | $10.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.8 | 1 | $38.07 | $17.40 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Morning in Staten Island on Tuesday
Local time
10:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny
S 10 mph
2% chance
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
41 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 2m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 65% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 81, the Keystone Shortway, and I 380. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 73.5 miles on I 81, offering a period of consistent speed. While the majority of the drive will be on interstates, the inclusion of the Keystone Shortway and I 380 suggests a mix of high-speed travel with sections that might offer a slightly different driving experience. This profile indicates a practical, goal-oriented transit rather than a winding scenic tour.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
75 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.5 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 97.8 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 46 significant decision points across 271.9 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 97.8 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 151.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 226.4 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Geneva, 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
151.2 mi in
|
~3h 18m
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via US 6
Milford
151.9 mi in
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~3h 19m
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via I 84; I 380
Lake Hopatcong
226.4 mi in
|
~4h 50m
Morristown Airport
240.5 mi in
|
~5h 8m
New York City
251.9 mi in
|
~5h 22m
Newark
251.9 mi in
|
~5h 22m
Hillside
257.1 mi in
|
~5h 29m
Irvington
257.1 mi in
|
~5h 29m
About the Cities
Starting in Geneva, NY
Full guide →Founded 1793
Geneva is the name of both a town and a city in Ontario County, in the Finger Lakes region of New York. The City of Geneva is surrounded by the Town of Geneva.
Top landmarks
- • St. Peter's Episcopal Church — church building in Geneva, New York, United States of America
- • Ashcroft — historic home located at Geneva, Ontario County, New York, USA
- • Genesee Park Historic District — historic district in Geneva, Ontario County, New York
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 6h 2m. Total distance: 271.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.5 miles on I 81. 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 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 97.8 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 151.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 226.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 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.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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