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Trip from Kiantone, NY to Huntington, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

8h 16m

Distance

390.9 mi

629 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$64

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
8h 9m ★
6 AM
8h 17m
8 AM
8h 32m
10 AM
8h 22m
12 PM
8h 20m
3 PM
8h 23m
5 PM
8h 31m
8 PM
8h 12m

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

human settlement in Chautauqua County, New York, United States of America

Kiantone, NY

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town in Suffolk County, New York, United States

Huntington, NY

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Trip Overview

Kiantone, NY to Huntington, NY is 390.9 miles and takes about 8h 16m via Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $64 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, originating in New York and concluding in New York. Given its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile and recommended two-day pace, this route is best suited for those who prefer a more involved driving experience over a quick interstate hop. You'll want to budget your time accordingly, as this journey is designed for a more leisurely exploration rather than a rapid transit.

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

195.4 miles from Kiantone, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 262.7 mi 4h 57m
PA 948 23.8 mi 35m
Northern Boulevard 18.6 mi 31m
US 62 11.9 mi 13m
Boot Jack Road 11.2 mi 16m
State Park Road 8.1 mi 14m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway 7.4 mi 11m
Cross Bronx Expressway 6.6 mi 8m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 262.7 mi, about 4h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Kiantone Road

2.0 mi · 2 min · Kiantone Road
2

At end of road, turn right onto US 62

12 mi · 13 min · US 62
3

Turn right onto US 62

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West 4th Avenue
4

Turn left onto Hickory Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Hickory Street
5

Continue on Hickory Bridge

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Hickory Bridge
6

Turn left onto Crescent Park

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Crescent Park
Use the left lane.
7

Turn left onto US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Crescent Park
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
9

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
10

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
11

Continue on US 6

4.5 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
12

Continue on US 6

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
13

Take the exit

265 ft · 9 sec
Toward PA 666 West
14

Merge onto PA 666

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
15

Continue on PA 948

8.5 mi · 12 min · PA 948
16

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

2.9 mi · 4 min · PA 66
17

Turn right onto PA 948

15 mi · 22 min · PA 948
18

Turn left onto PA 948

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
19

Continue on US 219; PA 948

11 mi · 16 min · Boot Jack Road
20

Turn left onto PA 153

3.7 mi · 6 min · Penfield Road
21

Continue on PA 153

5.0 mi · 8 min · Hoovertown Road
22

Continue on PA 153

8.1 mi · 14 min · State Park Road
23

Turn left

0.3 mi · 40 sec
24

Merge onto I 80

263 mi · 4 hr 57 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
25

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 5 min · Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level Use the slight right lane.
26

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck Use the slight right lane.
28

Turn right

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Exit 70A Toward Leonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Turn straight onto CR 56

454 ft · 9 sec · Degraw Avenue
30

Continue on CR 56

1.1 mi · 2 min · Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
31

Continue on CR 56

469 ft · 13 sec · Main Street
32

Take the ramp

472 ft · 12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
33

Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Take the exit

312 ft · 4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
35

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.3 mi · 20 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
37

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
39

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
41

Merge onto I 295

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
42

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 5 Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45

Continue on Clearview Expressway

457 ft · 17 sec · Clearview Expressway
46

Turn left onto NY 25A

19 mi · 31 min · Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
47

Turn right onto NY 108

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawrence Hill Road
48

At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Hill Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lawrence Hill Road
49

Continue on NY 25A

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Main Street
50

Turn right onto NY 110

0.2 mi · 34 sec · New York Avenue
51

Arrive at destination

NY 110

Trip Plan

With an estimated 8h 16m duration, splitting this trip over two days is recommended to fully enjoy the experience and manage the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight for the first leg. Plan for at least two stops, ensuring you refuel and rest strategically, especially before tackling the longest stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the highway share is low, meaning fewer service areas may be readily available. A good place to aim for an overnight stop would be around the halfway point or slightly beyond the 262.7-mile Keystone Shortway segment.

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 195.4 miles from Kiantone, NY, or about 4h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262.7 miles.

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 86 miles or 2h 13m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 195.4 miles or 4h 17m 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 195.4 miles or 4h 17m

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 6h 51m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kiantone, 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.

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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 Kiantone, NY

Aim for roughly 195 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Huntington, NY

Aim for roughly 195 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Kiantone, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 262.7 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

Overnight candidate

Vestal, NY

195 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 Vestal, NY

Overnight Options

Night 1

Vestal, NY

195 mi · about 4.1h in

A practical overnight split lands near Vestal, NY after about 195 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Mount Joy, PA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waverly, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 195.4 miles from Kiantone, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 262.7 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 195 miles or 4.1 hours on the road.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 28

5 decision points cluster between mile 347.9 and 369.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
347.9 mi into trip | ~7h 10m in | I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Lev...
8
353.3 mi into trip | ~7h 16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
353.6 mi into trip | ~7h 16m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck
8
363 mi into trip | ~7h 30m in | I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
7
369.6 mi into trip | ~7h 40m in

Take the exit toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5 Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$64.34 one way

$128.69 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 137 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $69.58 $139.15
premium $4.92 $75.76 $151.53
diesel $5.61 $86.31 $172.61

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55

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

$64

Tolls

$23

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$217–$327

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 136.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 117.3 1 $41.04 $18.76
Efficient EV 97.7 1 $34.20 $15.64
EV Truck/SUV 156.4 1 $54.73 $25.02

Gas CO2

137 kg

EV CO2

46 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 15, 2026

Origin

Kiantone, NY

Night in Kiantone on Saturday

Local time

10:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Huntington, NY

Night in Huntington on Saturday

Local time

10:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°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.

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

15 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

8h 16m on the road

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

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...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free near mile 363.9
View on nps.gov
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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 350.4
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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 350.4
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 ~29 min detour Free near mile 350.4
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...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 350.4
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 ~30 min detour Free near mile 350.4
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 characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive', with only 13% of the route on highways. Expect frequent changes in direction and speed as you navigate local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 262.7 miles along the Keystone Shortway, which should provide a solid block of more consistent driving. Beyond that, be prepared for a more winding and potentially slower-paced experience as you transition onto roads like PA 948 and Northern Boulevard, requiring your full attention.

Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
51 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 262.7 mi on Keystone Shortway.

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 347.9 miles in near I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway.

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 28 significant decision points across 390.9 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 347.9 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 353.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 353.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

2,095 ft 42 ft

Total Climb

2,526 ft

Total Descent

3,960 ft

Highest Point

2,095 ft

~83.8 mi in

Elevation Range

2,053 ft

Notable High Points

2,095 ft at ~83.8 miles +648 ft prominence
1,621 ft at ~251.3 miles +950 ft prominence

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Kiantone, NY and Huntington, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.

New York City

353.3 mi in | ~7h 16m

Leonia

353.6 mi in | ~7h 16m

Teaneck

353.6 mi in | ~7h 16m

George Washington Bridge Upper Level

355.8 mi in | ~7h 20m

About the Cities

Arriving 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?

Solo Traveler

8h 16m 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 262.7 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 195 miles on day one.

Expect about $22.55 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 Huntington, 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 347.9 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 353.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 353.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant 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 8.3 hours each way, a round trip means 16.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Huntington, 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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