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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 40m

Distance

357.4 mi

575 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
7h 31m ★
6 AM
7h 41m
8 AM
8h 0m
10 AM
7h 48m
12 PM
7h 46m
3 PM
7h 49m
5 PM
7h 59m
8 PM
7h 35m

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

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town in Suffolk County, New York, United States

Huntington, NY

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Downtown Clayton, NY, NY

Clayton, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 357.4-mile journey from Huntington, NY to Clayton, NY takes approximately 7 hours and 40 minutes, making it a feasible, albeit long, single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate via NY 17, the New York State Thruway, and State Highway 12. With a projected fuel cost of around $59 and a need for at least two stops, this drive offers a practical way to traverse the Northeast region of New York. The route is characterized by its frequent turns, suggesting a more engaging driving experience than a straight interstate cruise. Consider starting early to comfortably reach your destination within daylight hours.

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

178.7 miles from Huntington, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 117.5 mi 2h 15m
New York State Thruway 63 mi 1h 12m
State Highway 12 30.7 mi 40m
Bea Luck Road 19.8 mi 23m
Northern Boulevard 17.4 mi 28m
NJ 17 14.7 mi 18m
Bradley Street 13.5 mi 20m
State Highway 28 11.7 mi 17m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 117.5 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Clayton, NY.

1

Start on NY 110

0.2 mi · 42 sec · New York Avenue
2

Turn left onto NY 25A

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Main Street
Use the left lane.
3

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25A

267 ft · 6 sec · Main Street
4

Continue on Lawrence Hill Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawrence Hill Road
5

Continue on Lawrence Hill Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawrence Hill Road
6

At end of road, turn left onto NY 25A

17 mi · 28 min · Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge Use the right lane.
8

Merge onto CI

2.3 mi · 3 min · Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto I 295

1.8 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
11

Continue on I 295

0.7 mi · 1 min · Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 295

6.6 mi · 8 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
14

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
15

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.
22

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17
26

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
27

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17
28

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

118 mi · 2 hr 15 min · NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

63 mi · 1 hr 12 min · New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
30

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 29A Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville Use the slight right lane.
31

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 54 sec · this road
32

Continue on NY 169

1.9 mi · 2 min · NY 169
33

At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169

0.7 mi · 1 min · NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
34

Turn right onto NY 167

0.3 mi · 36 sec · South Ann Street
35

At end of road, turn left onto NY 169

9.7 mi · 15 min · West Monroe Street
36

Continue on NY 28

3.2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 28
37

Continue on NY 28

1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
38

Continue on NY 28

2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 28
39

Continue on NY 28

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
40

Continue on NY 8; NY 28

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Highway 8
41

Turn right onto NY 28

6.0 mi · 8 min · State Highway 28
42

Turn right onto NY 12

11 mi · 15 min · State Highway 12
43

Continue on NY 12; NY 28

9.7 mi · 11 min · Erwin Parkway
44

Continue on NY 12

0.8 mi · 51 sec · State Highway 12
45

Continue on NY 12

20 mi · 23 min · Bea Luck Road
46

Continue on NY 12

0.5 mi · 1 min · Utica Boulevard
47

Continue on NY 12; NY 26

0.6 mi · 1 min · South State Street
48

Turn left onto NY 12

0.5 mi · 1 min · Dayan Street
49

Continue on NY 12

11 mi · 13 min · State Highway 12
50

Continue on NY 12

0.3 mi · 22 sec · County Road 14
51

Continue on NY 12

0.6 mi · 38 sec · High Street
52

Continue on NY 12

0.6 mi · 41 sec · Main Street
53

Continue on NY 12

1.4 mi · 1 min · State Highway 12
54

Continue on NY 12

8.4 mi · 9 min · Van Allen Road
55

Continue on NY 12

2.4 mi · 2 min · Gifford Street
56

At end of road, turn left onto NY 12

1.8 mi · 4 min · State Street
57

Turn right onto US 11; NY 12

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Mill Street
58

Turn left onto NY 12

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
59

Turn right onto NY 12

13 mi · 20 min · Bradley Street
60

Continue on NY 12

6.4 mi · 9 min · State Highway 12
61

Continue on NY 12

0.9 mi · 1 min · James Street
62

Turn right onto NY 12

410 ft · 13 sec · State Street
63

Turn left onto John Street

0.2 mi · 52 sec · John Street
64

At end of road, turn right onto Park Circle

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Park Circle
65

Arrive at destination

Park Circle

Trip Plan

Given the 7-hour 40-minute duration, departing from Huntington, NY early in the morning is advisable if you plan to complete this drive in one day. You'll need to budget for at least two stops, so factor those in to avoid feeling rushed. The fuel cost is estimated at $59, but it's always wise to have a little extra on hand. Pay attention to the "turn-heavy" nature of the route; the longest stretch of 117.5 miles on NY 17 will give you a good period of consistent driving, but be prepared for more frequent adjustments afterward.

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 178.7 miles from Huntington, NY, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 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 79 miles or 1h 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 178.7 miles or 3h 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clayton, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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 Huntington, NY

This is one driving day of about 357.4 miles and 7h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Huntington, 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 NY 17 for about 117.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poughkeepsie, NY

179 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Niskayuna, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 178.7 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.5 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

RED E Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Huntington Station, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Guilderland, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Altamont, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Schenectady, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15183551287

EVgo Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Altamont, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Schenectady, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Quick Charge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18552703107

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Amsterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tawasentha Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Altamont, New York

Hours: 7 am–8:30 pm

+15184563150

Visit website

Boonville Black River Canal

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Boonville, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13159426763

Visit website

5 Wits Albany

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Albany, New York

Hours: 12–8 pm

+15187592288

Visit website

Walt Whitman Birthplace Association

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Huntington Station, New York

Hours: 1–4 pm

+16314275240

Visit website

Shaker Heritage Society

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Albany, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15184567890

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 33

5 decision points cluster between mile 22.3 and 56.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
22.3 mi into trip | ~37m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England

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 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
8
34.5 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

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. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
9
34.7 mi into trip | ~55m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
8
41.8 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
8
56.8 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17 toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$58.83 one way

$117.66 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 125 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $63.61 $127.23
premium $4.92 $69.27 $138.54
diesel $5.61 $78.91 $157.82

Estimated Tolls: $25.70

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55
New York State Thruway (63 mi) $3.15

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

$59

Tolls

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$110–$135

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 125 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 107.2 1 $37.53 $17.16
Efficient EV 89.4 1 $31.27 $14.30
EV Truck/SUV 143 1 $50.04 $22.87

Gas CO2

125 kg

EV CO2

42 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Huntington, NY

Morning in Huntington on Tuesday

Local time

6:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Partly Sunny

SW 10 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Destination

Clayton, NY

Morning in Clayton on Tuesday

Local time

6:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

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

27 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 40m 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.

General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free near mile 37
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free near mile 37
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

11 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 37
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...

12 mi from route ~30 min detour Free near mile 37
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 37
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...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 37
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 "turn-heavy local drive" for this 357.4-mile route, with 58% of it being on highways. While there's a significant highway component, the profile indicates frequent changes in direction, so keep your attention focused. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.5 miles on NY 17. This suggests a drive that balances faster highway segments with more winding local roads, requiring active navigation and a willingness to adapt to changing road conditions as you progress through New York.

Only 58% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
65 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.5 mi on NY 17.

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 22.3 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 33 significant decision points across 357.4 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 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Huntington, NY and Clayton, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack and Gsp South - among others.

Cross Island Parkway North

19.8 mi in | ~33m

Bronx

22.3 mi in | ~37m

New England

22.3 mi in | ~37m

Upper Level

32 mi in | ~51m | via I 95; US 1

Njtp South: Hackensack

34.5 mi in | ~55m

Gsp South

41.6 mi in | ~1h 5m

Gsp North

41.6 mi in | ~1h 5m

Newark

41.6 mi in | ~1h 5m

Mahwah

41.6 mi in | ~1h 5m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

56.8 mi in | ~1h 25m | via NY 17

Dolgeville

237.3 mi in | ~4h 53m

About the Cities

Starting in Huntington, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1653

Huntington is a town in Suffolk County on Long Island, New York. It is on the North Shore (or Gold Coast) of the island, famous for its lavish estates along the Long Island Sound and its affluent residential communities. The town is large with a population of over 200,000, and many neighborhoods in town having their own distinct identities. Four villages in the town even have their own level of autonomy, with one of them, Northport, having its own article.

Top landmarks

  • • Oheka Castle — mansion in Huntington, New York, USA
  • • Vanderbilt Museum — museum in Suffolk county, N.Y.
  • • Eatons Neck Light — lighthouse in New York, United States

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 40m. Total distance: 357.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 40m 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 117.5 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $25.70 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington 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 Clayton, 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 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Stonewall 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 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Clayton, 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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