Origin
Hillside, NY
Late night in Hillside on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillside, 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
55m
Distance
30.6 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillside, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 30.6-mile journey from Hillside, NY, to Staten Island, NY, with an estimated travel time of 55 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day, requiring no overnight stays. You'll primarily navigate major expressways like the Van Wyck Expressway, Belt Parkway, and Staten Island Expressway, making it a highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $5, this trip is quite economical. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, specifically New York State, so you'll remain within familiar territory throughout this relatively short excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Parkway | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| Staten Island Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Manor Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Jamaica Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Richmond Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Rockland Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Belt Parkway
— 15.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillside, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Jamaica Avenue
301 ft
·
11 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
2
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
1.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway West
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
345 ft
·
8 sec
5
Merge onto I 678
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto BP
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
12
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
13
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft
·
8 sec
·
Reon Avenue
17
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Gannon Avenue
18
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Manor Road
19
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Manor Road
20
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockland Avenue
21
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond Road
22
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kensico Street
23
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
·
13 sec
·
Clarke Avenue
24
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cotter Avenue
25
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Corona Avenue
26
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
·
6 sec
·
Croft Court
27
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Hillside, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 25.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Van Wyck Expressway West
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
4.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
8
20.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Isl...
7
21.1 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
8
25.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.04 one way
$10.07 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.93 | $11.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Late night in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the journey utilizing high-speed expressways. Expect a consistent pace for extended periods, including a longest stretch of 15.7 miles on the Belt Parkway. The character of the drive is defined by its efficient, direct connection between points, characterized by the smooth flow of traffic on major arteries like the Van Wyck Expressway and the Staten Island Expressway. While not particularly varied, the expressways offer a predictable and rapid transit experience.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.7 mi on Belt Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Belt Parkway and Staten Island Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near Van Wyck Expressway West.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 19 decision points packed into just 30.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (Van Wyck Expressway West): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.5 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 Hillside, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level.
Belt Parkway West
4.1 mi in
|
~8m
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
21.1 mi in
|
~34m
About the Cities
Starting in Hillside, NY
Full guide →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 55m. Total distance: 30.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.7 miles on Belt Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (Van Wyck Expressway West): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, Governors Island National Monument and Statue Of Liberty 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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