Trip from Jamaica, NY to Westmoreland, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 20, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 5m

Distance

255 mi

410 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 52m ★

6 AM

5h 6m

8 AM

5h 33m

10 AM

5h 15m

12 PM

5h 13m

3 PM

5h 17m

5 PM

5h 32m

8 PM

4h 58m

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

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Jamaica, NY

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Westmoreland, NY

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Trip Overview

Jamaica, NY to Westmoreland, NY is 255 miles and takes about 5h 5m via Pinegrove Street, Liberty Avenue, and Van Wyck Expressway East, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region towards another part of the Northeast. Expect a drive that primarily uses surface streets, so plan for a more involved navigation experience than a pure highway cruise. Given the 5-hour duration, it’s a manageable one-day trip, but you'll want to be aware of traffic, especially leaving the New York City area.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

127.5 miles from Jamaica, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
NY 17	117.5 mi	2h 15m
New York State Thruway	95.6 mi	1h 50m
NJ 17	14.7 mi	18m
NJ 4	6.7 mi	9m
Van Wyck Expressway	5.7 mi	7m
I 95	4.8 mi	6m
Whitestone Expressway	2 mi	2m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge	1.3 mi	1m

Longest stretch: NY 17 — 117.5 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, NY and Westmoreland, NY.

Start on Tuskegee Airmen Way

303 ft · 17 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way

Turn right onto Pinegrove Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Pinegrove Street

At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue

435 ft · 13 sec · Liberty Avenue

Turn right onto Van Wyck Expressway East

77 ft · 1 sec · Van Wyck Expressway East

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec

Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx

Merge onto I 678

5.7 mi · 7 min · Van Wyck Expressway

Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 678

2.0 mi · 2 min · Whitestone Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 1 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge

Continue on I 678

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 95 South

Merge onto I 95

4.8 mi · 6 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Toward Upper Level

Continue on I 95; US 1

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

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

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.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4

Use the slight right lane.

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.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17

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.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

96 mi · 1 hr 50 min · New York State Thruway

Toward I 90 West: Buffalo

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 32 Toward NY 233: Westmoreland, Rome Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto Cider Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Cider Street

Turn left onto NY 233

0.3 mi · 33 sec · NY 233

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

NY 233

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5-hour drive, aim to depart from Jamaica, NY, early in the morning to avoid the heaviest New York City traffic. With only one stop recommended and the entire trip on surface roads, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as stops might be less frequent than on a highway route, and the $42 fuel cost is an estimate to consider. The primary consideration will be navigating through towns and potential local congestion, so staying aware of your surroundings is key for a smooth arrival in Westmoreland, NY.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 127.5 miles from Jamaica, NY, or about 2h 37m 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 56 miles or 1h 15m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 127.5 miles or 2h 37m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 11m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Jamaica, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Jamaica, NY

This is one driving day of about 255 miles and 5h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Jamaica, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break 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.

village in town of Greenburgh, Westchester County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tarrytown, NY

128 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

Tarrytown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 127.5 miles from Jamaica, 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.

Best meal stop · early in the drive

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Newburgh, New York

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 1h 27m in 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

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Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Hills, New York

2.6 mi

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leeds, New York

2.7 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

Near the start, right off the route

First break · 44min in 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

0.7 mi

The Mindful Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ramsey, New Jersey

0.6 mi

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Newburgh, New York

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Manche Pani

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30

Airmont, New York

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+18455334174

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Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Hollis, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13322041966

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Caribe Spanish Restaurant & Sports Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately

Schenectady, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+15182806277

Visit website

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $50 to $10

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 12–1:30 pm

+12019340030

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The Mindful Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12016493600

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Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12013630008

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

New York, New York

+19172614093

Blue Ribbon Restaurant & Bakery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Schenectady, New York

Hours: 7 am–9:30 pm

+15183932600

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Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Expensive

Saddle River, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

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Painting Pottery Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12018715958

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Rome, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

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EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Schenectady, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15183551287

EVgo Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18774943833

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ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Newburgh, New York

2 mi from route

Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4:45 pm

+12014611776

Visit website

Ross Dock Picnic Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Firemen's Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015923750

Visit website

Overpeck County Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12013367275

Visit website

J. Hood Wright Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Overpeck Park Playground

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Ridgefield Park, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

Bennett Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Englewood Picnic Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 25.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

10.3 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut

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 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: Geor...

10.5 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan

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

Use the slight left lane. Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washingto...

18.4 mi into trip | ~27m 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

18.6 mi into trip | ~27m 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

25.6 mi into trip | ~37m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$45.05 one way

$90.09 round trip

$4.49/gal 25.4 MPG avg 89 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.86	$48.74	$97.48
premium	$5.28	$52.97	$105.94
diesel	$6.18	$62.03	$124.07

Estimated Tolls: $27.33

George Washington Bridge $16.00

Whitestone Bridge $6.55

New York State Thruway (95.6 mi) $4.78

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

$45

Tolls

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$97–$122

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 89.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	76.5	0	$26.78	$12.24
Efficient EV	63.8	0	$22.31	$10.20
EV Truck/SUV	102	1	$35.70	$16.32

Gas CO2

89 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 Oct 19, 2026

Origin

Jamaica, NY

Late night in Jamaica on Tuesday

Local time

4:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Sunny

NE 6 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Westmoreland, NY

Late night in Westmoreland on Tuesday

Local time

4:01 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Sunny

E 3 mph 0% chance 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

1 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

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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 17.6

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is entirely on surface roads, meaning you won't encounter any highway cruising. You'll navigate through local streets starting with Pinegrove Street and Liberty Avenue before merging onto the Van Wyck Expressway East for a portion. Since there's no highway share, anticipate frequent intersections and varying speed limits as you move through different towns. The longest stretch without a significant break is not specified, but the overall duration suggests a continuous, though not necessarily fast-paced, transit through populated areas.

61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

34 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

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 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 24 significant decision points across 255 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 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

528 ft 41 ft

Total Climb

1,032 ft

Total Descent

546 ft

Highest Point

528 ft

~54.6 mi in

Elevation Range

487 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Jamaica, NY and Westmoreland, NY, road signs point toward Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South, Gsp North, Newark and Mahwah - among others.

Upper Level

15.9 mi in | ~23m | via I 95; US 1

Njtp South: Hackensack

18.4 mi in | ~27m

Gsp South

25.4 mi in | ~37m

Gsp North

25.4 mi in | ~37m

Newark

25.4 mi in | ~37m

Mahwah

25.4 mi in | ~37m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

40.7 mi in | ~57m | via NY 17

About the Cities

Starting in Jamaica, NY

Full guide →

Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.

Arriving in Westmoreland, NY

Full guide →

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 5h 5m. Total distance: 255 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.

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 $27.33 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.

Yes — we found about 29 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Westmoreland, 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 29 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Fort Stanwix 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 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Westmoreland, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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