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Trip from Lincoln, 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

6h 54m

Distance

311.2 mi

501 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
6h 43m ★
6 AM
6h 55m
8 AM
7h 18m
10 AM
7h 3m
12 PM
7h 1m
3 PM
7h 4m
5 PM
7h 17m
8 PM
6h 48m

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

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Downtown Lincoln, NY, NY

Lincoln, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 311.2-mile drive from Lincoln, NY to Staten Island, NY takes approximately 6 hours and 54 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily be on I 81, the Keystone Shortway, and I 380, with about 60% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this Northeast to Northeast journey is around $51. The overall feel of the drive is more of a turn-heavy local experience rather than a straight, monotonous interstate cruise, so plan accordingly. With just one recommended stop, you can efficiently cover the distance in a single day.

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

155.6 miles from Lincoln, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 29m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 98.8 mi 1h 57m
Keystone Shortway 46.1 mi 59m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
New York State Thruway 19.2 mi 22m
East Lake Road 9.9 mi 14m
State Highway 41 9.8 mi 13m
Clark Street Road 9.6 mi 11m
NJ 24 9.3 mi 10m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on CR 200

1.4 mi · 3 min · North Lincoln Road
2

Turn left onto NY 286

2.5 mi · 3 min · Atlantic Avenue
3

At end of road, turn right onto NY 350

5.1 mi · 7 min · Ontario Center Road
4

Turn left onto NY 31F; NY 350

1.7 mi · 3 min · State Highway 350
5

Turn left onto NY 31

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Main Street
6

Continue on NY 31

2.4 mi · 2 min · State Route 31
7

Continue on NY 31

0.7 mi · 53 sec · West Main Street
8

Turn right onto NY 21

0.5 mi · 46 sec · Canandaigua Street
9

Continue on NY 21

1.1 mi · 1 min · Canandaigua Road
10

Continue on NY 21

4.3 mi · 6 min · State Route 21
11

Continue on NY 21

0.2 mi · 19 sec · North Main Street
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 25 sec
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 90 East
14

Merge onto I 90

19 mi · 22 min · New York State Thruway
15

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Exit 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight right at fork

327 ft · 7 sec
17

Continue on NY 414

0.3 mi · 35 sec · State Route 414
18

Turn left onto NY 318

4.1 mi · 7 min · NY 318
Use the left lane.
19

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

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
20

Continue on US 20; NY 5

9.6 mi · 11 min · Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
21

Turn right onto State Street

226 ft · 12 sec · State Street
22

Turn left onto Dill Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Dill Street
23

Continue on Loop Road

458 ft · 16 sec · Loop Road
24

Turn left onto Genesee Street

5.5 mi · 9 min · Genesee Street
25

Continue on US 20

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road
26

Turn right onto NY 41

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street
27

Continue on NY 41

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road
28

Continue on NY 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
29

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road
30

Continue on NY 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41
31

Turn right onto NY 281

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street
32

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
Use the left lane.
33

Keep slight right at fork

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

Merge onto I 81

45 mi · 54 min · I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

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.
36

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.
37

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.
38

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
39

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
40

Merge onto I 80

46 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
41

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong Use the slight right lane.
42

Continue on CR 631

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Ledgewood Road
43

Continue on US 46

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 46
44

Continue on US 46

213 ft · 4 sec · US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
45

Turn straight onto NJ 10

9.2 mi · 11 min · Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46

Continue on NJ 10

3.5 mi · 4 min · NJ 10
Use the right lane.
47

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
48

Merge onto I 287

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 287
49

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 37 Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield Use the slight right lane.
50

Continue on NJ 24

9.3 mi · 10 min · NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
51

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
52

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark Use the slight right lane.
53

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
54

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington Use the slight right lane.
55

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 29 sec
Toward Hillside Use the straight / right lanes.
56

Continue on Winans Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Winans Avenue
57

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue
58

Turn left onto CR 628

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hillside Avenue
59

Continue on CR 628

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hillside Avenue
60

At end of road, turn right onto CR 623

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street
61

Continue on CR 623

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
62

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Bayway
63

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
64

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
65

Merge onto I 278

1.3 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge
66

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
67

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
68

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
69

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
70

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
71

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
72

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
73

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
74

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
75

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
76

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
77

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
78

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
79

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour and 54-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Lincoln, NY, to maximize daylight and take advantage of the 98.8-mile stretch on I 81 before the bulk of local roads. With a fuel cost estimated at $51, ensure your tank is full before heading out, as stops are limited to one recommended point. The turn-heavy nature of this route means you should be mindful of your speed and navigation, especially as you transition between major highways and local roads. This drive is well-suited for a single day, so flexibility in your timing allows you to adjust for any unexpected delays.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 155.6 miles from Lincoln, NY, or about 3h 29m 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 68 miles or 1h 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 155.6 miles or 3h 29m 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 29m

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 Lincoln, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Lincoln, NY

This is one driving day of about 311.2 miles and 6h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Lincoln, 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 I 81 for about 98.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Binghamton, NY

156 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.

Popular next leg

Binghamton, NY to Staten Island, NY

178.9 mi · 3h 55m

Pacing Suggestions

Marcellus, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Binghamton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 155.6 miles from Lincoln, 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

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Summit, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $40 to $50 mile 289

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19082736000

Visit website

Summit House Restaurant + Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $40 to $50 mile 289

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 311.2

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 311.2

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17189791600

Visit website

L'allegria Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $50 to $10 mile 289

Madison, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+19733776808

Visit website

Cafe Luna

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $30 to $50 mile 311.2

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 311.2

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17184483838

Visit website

Restaurant Lorena's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $50 to $10 mile 289

Maplewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+19737634460

Visit website

Cinar Mediterranean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately mile 289

Livingston, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm

+19733151616

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 289

Short Hills, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 289

Short Hills, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 133.4

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 133.4

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 289

Summit, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 22.2

Shortsville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 22.2

Clifton Springs, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 66.7

Skaneateles, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 311.2

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 311.2

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16464208481

Great Kills Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 311.2

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Latourette Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 311.2

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 311.2

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 311.2

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 311.2

Staten Island, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Five Below

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 311.2

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+17189872708

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 51

5 decision points cluster between mile 40.2 and 296.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
40.2 mi into trip | ~54m 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
190.5 mi into trip | ~4h 11m 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
265.8 mi into trip | ~5h 43m 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
296.4 mi into trip | ~6h 21m 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
8
296.6 mi into trip | ~6h 21m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Hillside

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.23 one way

$102.45 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $55.39 $110.78
premium $4.92 $60.32 $120.63
diesel $5.61 $68.71 $137.42

Estimated Tolls: $16.96

Goethals Bridge $16.00
New York State Thruway (19.2 mi) $0.96

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

$51

Tolls

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$93–$118

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 108.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 93.4 1 $32.68 $14.94
Efficient EV 77.8 0 $27.23 $12.45
EV Truck/SUV 124.5 1 $43.57 $19.92

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

36 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 16, 2026

Origin

Lincoln, NY

Morning in Lincoln on Sunday

Local time

7:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Morning in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

7:43 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°F

Partly Sunny

S 10 mph 2% 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

45 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

6h 54m 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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 56.6
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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 45.2
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 ~23 min detour Free near mile 316.7
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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 316.7
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...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 316.7
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...

11 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 316.7
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 route that keeps you engaged, characterized by its turn-heavy local drive profile. While 60% of your journey will be on highways like I 81 and I 380, the overall experience is less about pure interstate speed and more about navigating varied road types. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 98.8 miles on I 81, offering a period of consistent highway travel. However, be prepared for the road to change as you progress, incorporating more local road segments and turns that require your attention.

60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
79 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 40.2 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 51 significant decision points across 311.2 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 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 265.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Lincoln, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport and New York City - among others.

Clyde

40.2 mi in | ~54m

Mt Pocono

190.5 mi in | ~4h 11m | via US 6

Milford

191.3 mi in | ~4h 12m | via I 84; I 380

Lake Hopatcong

265.8 mi in | ~5h 43m

Morristown Airport

279.9 mi in | ~6h 1m

New York City

291.2 mi in | ~6h 15m

Newark

291.2 mi in | ~6h 15m

About the Cities

Starting in Lincoln, NY

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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 6h 54m. Total distance: 311.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 54m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

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 $16.96 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 265.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.8 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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