L'allegria Restaurant
Near the end, short detour
Madison, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9 pm
+19733776808
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 2m
Distance
336.9 mi
542 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
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.
Germantown, NY
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This 336.9-mile drive from Germantown, NY, to Staten Island, NY, will take you approximately 7 hours and 2 minutes to complete. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 80% of the journey on major expressways, making it a feasible day trip. You'll navigate through the Northeast region, staying within New York State for the entire journey. Budget around $55 for fuel, and plan for about two stops along the way. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 157.8 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, so be prepared for extended periods of driving.
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
168.5 miles from Germantown, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 157.8 mi | 3h 3m |
| 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 Germantown, NY and Staten Island, NY.
Start on this road
Turn right onto Haskell Road
Turn left
Continue on Haskell Road
At end of road, turn left onto NY 305
Continue on NY 305
Continue on NY 305
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
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 the 7-hour duration, departing early from Germantown is advisable to make the most of daylight and arrive in Staten Island without feeling rushed. You'll have two planned stops, but with the flexibility of a single-day trip, you can adjust these as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 157.8-mile stretch on the Southern Tier Expressway, as services can be spread out. The $55 fuel cost is an estimate, so factor in current prices.
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 74 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 168.5 miles or 3h 22m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Germantown, 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 Germantown, NY
This is one driving day of about 336.9 miles and 7h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
168 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 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 168.5 miles from Germantown, 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 157.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · home stretch
Madison, New Jersey
Near the end, short detour
Hours: 12–9 pm
+19733776808
Summit House Restaurant + Bar
Summit, New Jersey
Near the end, short detour
Madison, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9 pm
+19733776808
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Summit, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm
+19082736000
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
+17189870192
Near the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 9 am–12 pm
+17189791600
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Livingston, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
+19733151616
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 12–10 pm
+17183513235
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 12–10 pm
+17184483838
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Elmira, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Waverly, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18668167584
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Elmira, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Horseheads, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18776642738
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Short Hills, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
+18774943833
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Elmira, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18555023851
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Horseheads, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Mt Pocono, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+17183511611
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Hours: Open 24 hours
+16464208481
Near the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, NY
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+18338004343
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
Near the end, short detour
Staten Island, NY
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+17189872708
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 162.8 and 322.3 — 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
$54.75 one way
$109.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $59.26 | $118.53 |
| premium | $4.87 | $64.54 | $129.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $74.38 | $148.77 |
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
$55
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 117.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 101.1 | 1 | $35.37 | $16.17 |
| Efficient EV | 84.2 | 0 | $29.48 | $13.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 134.8 | 1 | $47.17 | $21.56 |
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
39 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
Afternoon in Germantown on Tuesday
Local time
2:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Staten Island on Tuesday
Local time
2:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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 highway-focused drive for most of this 336.9-mile trip, with 80% of your journey on major interstates. You'll primarily be on the Southern Tier Expressway, I-81, and the Keystone Shortway. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 157.8 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, so settle in for some consistent highway cruising. While largely an interstate experience, the route offers a steady pace for covering significant distance efficiently.
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 162.8 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 36 significant decision points across 336.9 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 162.8 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 216.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 291.4 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 Germantown, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.
Mt Pocono
Milford
Lake Hopatcong
Morristown Airport
New York City
Newark
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 7h 2m. Total distance: 336.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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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