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Trip from Hilton, 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

7h 20m

Distance

334.4 mi

538 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
7h 10m ★
6 AM
7h 21m
8 AM
7h 42m
10 AM
7h 28m
12 PM
7h 26m
3 PM
7h 29m
5 PM
7h 41m
8 PM
7h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Hilton, NY, NY

Hilton, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 334.4-mile journey from Hilton, NY, to Staten Island, NY, is estimated to take about 7 hours and 20 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing I 81, the Keystone Shortway, and the New York State Thruway, this route is best tackled in a single day, especially given the recommended 2 stops. With a projected fuel cost of around $55, it's an economical trip. The drive traverses through the Northeast region, connecting two points within New York State. This route offers a straightforward way to get from upstate to downstate New York.

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

167.2 miles from Hilton, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 98.8 mi 1h 57m
Keystone Shortway 46.1 mi 59m
New York State Thruway 30 mi 34m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Eastern Expressway 10.8 mi 13m
East Lake Road 9.9 mi 14m
State Highway 41 9.8 mi 13m
Clark Street Road 9.6 mi 11m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hilton, NY and Staten Island, NY.

1

Start on NY 18

104 ft · 3 sec · West Avenue
2

Continue on NY 18; NY 259

367 ft · 14 sec · Main Street
3

Turn right onto NY 18; NY 259

0.5 mi · 45 sec · South Avenue
4

Continue on NY 18; NY 259

1.5 mi · 2 min · Hilton-Parma Corners Road
5

Turn left onto NY 18

2.0 mi · 2 min · Parma Center Road
6

At end of road, turn right onto NY 18; NY 261

2.9 mi · 5 min · Manitou Road
7

Turn left onto NY 104

6.9 mi · 10 min · West Ridge Road
8

Continue on NY 104

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Veterans Memorial Bridge
9

Continue on NY 104

3.4 mi · 4 min · Keeler Street Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Toward NY 590 South: Downtown Rochester
11

Merge onto NY 590

3.3 mi · 4 min · Outer Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Exit 5 Toward I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown Rochester Use the slight left / straight lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 43 sec
Toward I 490 East: Victor Use the slight left lane.
14

Merge onto I 490

11 mi · 13 min · Eastern Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany
16

Merge onto I 90

30 mi · 34 min · New York State Thruway
17

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Exit 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde Use the slight right lane.
18

Keep slight right at fork

327 ft · 7 sec
19

Continue on NY 414

0.3 mi · 35 sec · State Route 414
20

Turn left onto NY 318

4.1 mi · 7 min · NY 318
Use the left lane.
21

At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
22

Continue on US 20; NY 5

9.6 mi · 11 min · Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
23

Turn right onto State Street

226 ft · 12 sec · State Street
24

Turn left onto Dill Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Dill Street
25

Continue on Loop Road

458 ft · 16 sec · Loop Road
26

Turn left onto Genesee Street

5.5 mi · 9 min · Genesee Street
27

Continue on US 20

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road
28

Turn right onto NY 41

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street
29

Continue on NY 41

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road
30

Continue on NY 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
31

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road
32

Continue on NY 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41
33

Turn right onto NY 281

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street
34

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
Use the left lane.
35

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
36

Merge onto I 81

45 mi · 54 min · I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
38

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6
Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
39

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.
40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
41

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
42

Merge onto I 80

46 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
43

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong Use the slight right lane.
44

Continue on CR 631

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Ledgewood Road
45

Continue on US 46

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 46
46

Continue on US 46

213 ft · 4 sec · US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
47

Turn straight onto NJ 10

9.2 mi · 11 min · Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48

Continue on NJ 10

3.5 mi · 4 min · NJ 10
Use the right lane.
49

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
50

Merge onto I 287

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 287
51

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 37 Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield Use the slight right lane.
52

Continue on NJ 24

9.3 mi · 10 min · NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
53

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
54

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark Use the slight right lane.
55

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
56

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington Use the slight right lane.
57

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 29 sec
Toward Hillside Use the straight / right lanes.
58

Continue on Winans Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Winans Avenue
59

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue
60

Turn left onto CR 628

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hillside Avenue
61

Continue on CR 628

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hillside Avenue
62

At end of road, turn right onto CR 623

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street
63

Continue on CR 623

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
64

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Bayway
65

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
66

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
67

Merge onto I 278

1.3 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge
68

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
69

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
70

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
71

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
72

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
73

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
74

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
75

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
76

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
77

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
78

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
79

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
80

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
81

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour, 20-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic as you approach Staten Island. With 2 planned stops, pace yourself to break up the 334.4 miles effectively. The longest stretch without a major change is nearly 100 miles on I 81, so plan your break before or after that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before entering longer stretches of highway, and factor in the estimated $55 fuel cost. Being a single-day trip, the flexibility allows you to adjust your stop times based on your needs.

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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 167.2 miles from Hilton, NY, or about 3h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 74 miles or 1h 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 167.2 miles or 3h 42m 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 50m

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 Hilton, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Hilton, NY

This is one driving day of about 334.4 miles and 7h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Hilton, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vestal, NY

167 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

Auburn, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endwell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 167.2 miles from Hilton, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

L'allegria Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Madison, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $50 to $10 mile 310.5

Hours: 12–9 pm

+19733776808

Visit website

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Summit, New Jersey

2.5 mi

L'allegria Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $50 to $10 mile 310.5

Madison, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+19733776808

Visit website

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $40 to $50 mile 310.5

Summit, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19082736000

Visit website

Cafe Latte

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+17189870192

Rab's Country Lanes

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17189791600

Visit website

Cinar Mediterranean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 310.5

Livingston, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm

+19733151616

Visit website

Cafe Luna

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $30 to $50 mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–11 pm

+17183513235

Visit website

Nino's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17184483838

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 310.5

Short Hills, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 238.8

Mt Pocono, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 310.5

Livingston, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 47.8

Clifton Springs, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 310.5

Short Hills, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 214.9

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 214.9

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 310.5

Summit, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17183511611

Visit website

GC Renovation

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 334.4

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16464208481

Great Kills Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Channing H. Philbrick Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 23.9

Penfield, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15853408655

Visit website

Latourette Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 334.4

Staten Island, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Boulevard

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18338004343

Visit website

Tysens Park Shopping Center

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 334.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

Seaside Wildlife Nature Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 334.4

Staten Island, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 54

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.2 and 319.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
21.2 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown Rochester

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 5 Toward I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown...
8
63.4 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in

Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

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 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
213.6 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in | 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
288.9 mi into trip | ~6h 9m 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
319.6 mi into trip | ~6h 47m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.04 one way

$110.09 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 117 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $59.52 $119.04
premium $4.92 $64.81 $129.63
diesel $5.61 $73.83 $147.66

Estimated Tolls: $17.50

Goethals Bridge $16.00
New York State Thruway (30 mi) $1.50

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

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$98–$123

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 117 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 100.3 1 $35.11 $16.05
Efficient EV 83.6 0 $29.26 $13.38
EV Truck/SUV 133.8 1 $46.82 $21.40

Gas CO2

117 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Hilton, NY

Late night in Hilton on Sunday

Local time

4:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Late night in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

4:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

E 6 to 12 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

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

12 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

7h 20m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 80.7
View on nps.gov
Women's Rights National Historical Park

Women's Rights National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 69.2
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 322.8
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 322.8
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 322.8
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 322.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with 57% of it being highway driving. While there are stretches on major interstates like I 81, the overall profile is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a mix of faster highway segments and more involved local road navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 98.8 miles on I 81, offering a good opportunity to settle in. Be prepared for the road to transition as you move between these different types of thoroughfares.

Only 57% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
81 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 mi on I 81.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 21.2 miles in.

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 54 significant decision points across 334.4 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 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 213.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Hilton, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Rochester, Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong and Morristown Airport - among others.

Rochester

21.2 mi in | ~31m

Clyde

63.4 mi in | ~1h 20m

Mt Pocono

213.6 mi in | ~4h 37m | via US 6

Milford

214.4 mi in | ~4h 38m | via I 84; I 380

Lake Hopatcong

288.9 mi in | ~6h 9m

Morristown Airport

303 mi in | ~6h 27m

New York City

314.3 mi in | ~6h 41m

Newark

314.3 mi in | ~6h 41m

About the Cities

Starting in Hilton, NY

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Founded 1885

Arriving in Staten Island, NY

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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 7h 20m. Total distance: 334.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 20m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $17.50 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 21.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 213.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park and Statue Of Liberty National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.7 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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