Bosphorus Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 44m
Distance
426.3 mi
686 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$70
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.
Huntington, NY
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Leon, NY
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This 426.3-mile journey from Huntington, NY, to Leon, NY, is estimated to take around 8 hours and 44 minutes, making it a solid two-day trip rather than a single-day push. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including the Keystone Shortway and Christopher Columbus Highway, with US 219 also playing a role. With an estimated fuel cost of $70 and two recommended stops, this route offers a good balance for exploration. The drive stays within the Northeast region, providing a consistent regional experience throughout. Plan for a turn-heavy local drive that requires your attention.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
213.2 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 22m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 200 mi | 3h 44m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| US 219 | 46.5 mi | 53m |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 25.5 mi | 29m |
| Northern Boulevard | 17.4 mi | 28m |
| Bennetts Valley Highway | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| Million Dollar Highway | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| State Park Road | 7.5 mi | 13m |
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Leon, NY.
Start on NY 110
Turn left onto NY 25A
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25A
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto NY 25A
Take the ramp
Merge onto CI
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto PA 153
Turn right onto PA 255
Continue on PA 255
Continue on PA 255
Turn straight onto PA 255
Continue on PA 120; PA 255
Turn right onto PA 120; PA 255
Turn left onto PA 120; PA 255
Continue on PA 255
Turn left onto PA 255
Continue on PA 255
Continue on PA 255
Continue on PA 255
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 219
Keep slight right at fork onto US 219
Take the exit onto US 219
Merge onto I 86; US 219; NY 17
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right onto Main Street
Turn left onto NY 241
Continue on NY 241
Continue on NY 241
Continue on NY 241
Turn right onto US 62
Turn left onto CR 6
Arrive at destination
Given the 8-hour 44-minute duration, splitting this 426.3-mile drive over two days is highly recommended. This allows for more relaxed driving and the enjoyment of your two planned stops. Aim to start early to maximize daylight, especially if you encounter more challenging local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway is 200 miles, so plan your fill-ups accordingly. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile beforehand to anticipate the need for more frequent adjustments.
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.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 94 miles or 2h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213.2 miles or 4h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 213.2 miles or 4h 22m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Leon, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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.
Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Huntington, NY
Aim for roughly 213 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Leon, NY
Aim for roughly 213 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
213 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Waverly, NYNight 1
213 mi · about 4.4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Waverly, NY after about 213 miles or 4.4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsA short stop after about 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 213.2 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 200 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 213 miles or 4.4 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Mocha Cafe
Bronx, New York
Hapgoods Restaurant & Bar
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
New York, New York
Near the start, short detour
+19172614093
Near the start, short detour
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13472027123
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19732993399
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+17188847127
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Boonton, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19739173334
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
New York, New York
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+15167490697
Near the start, ~12 min detour
Livingston, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
+19733151616
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Leonia, New Jersey
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+12013630008
Near the start, short detour
New York, New York
+19172614093
Near the start, ~11 min detour
New York, New York
Hours: 8 am–11 pm
+12122220683
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Salamanca, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Salamanca, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+19142874200
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Huntington Station, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Around the midpoint, short detour
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Drums, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18447982438
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Mountain Top, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Parsippany, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Bronx, NY
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Parsippany, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+19732637254
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm
+17182998750
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+17186816000
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
+12129265337
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
New York, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12127951388
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
New York, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.8 and 37.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$70.17 one way
$140.34 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $75.88 | $151.76 |
| premium | $4.92 | $82.62 | $165.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $94.12 | $188.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.83
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
$70
Tolls
$23
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$223–$333
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 127.9 | 1 | $44.76 | $20.46 |
| Efficient EV | 106.6 | 1 | $37.30 | $17.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 170.5 | 2 | $59.68 | $27.28 |
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Huntington on Saturday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Leon on Saturday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
48°F
Waverly, NY
213 mi in
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 426.3-mile route. While only 21% of the journey is on highways, you'll experience a significant 200-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, offering a longer, more open section. As you progress, the road will likely transition between these faster highway segments and more winding local roads, demanding active engagement from the driver. This varied terrain means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind; instead, you'll encounter a more dynamic driving experience.
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 19.8 miles in.
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 34 significant decision points across 426.3 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 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; 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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Huntington, NY and Leon, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, New England, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Hackensack and Penfield.
Bronx
New England
Upper Level
Njtp South: Hackensack
Hackensack
Penfield
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Solo Traveler
8h 44m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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