Lisbon, NY to Staten Island, NY is 389.7 miles and takes about 8h 11m via I 81 and State Highway 37, with a fuel budget near $64 and enough daylight to finish in a day if you start early. This route stays entirely within New York, beginning in the Northeast region and ending in the same area. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it a good option if you want to cover ground efficiently. Consider this trip if you're looking for a direct path between these two points with minimal fuss.
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
194.9 miles from Lisbon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
201 mi
3h 57m
State Highway 37
46.5 mi
58m
Keystone Shortway
46.1 mi
59m
I 380
23.6 mi
25m
State Route 37
13.3 mi
15m
NJ 24
9.3 mi
10m
Route 10 East
9.2 mi
11m
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
4.6 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 201 mi, about 3h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, NY and Staten Island, NY.
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Start on Church Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Church Street
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Turn right onto County Road 10
0.6 mi·1 min·County Road 10
3
Turn sharp right onto CR 27
4.2 mi·10 min·Five Mile Line Road
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At end of road, turn left onto NY 37
28 mi·38 min·State Highway 37
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Continue on NY 37
0.9 mi·1 min·North Main Street
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Continue on NY 37
18 mi·20 min·State Highway 37
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Continue on NY 37
13 mi·15 min·State Route 37
8
Turn right onto NY 342
0.8 mi·1 min·NY 342
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
10
Merge onto I 81
64 mi·1 hr 13 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I-81
0.5 mi·33 sec·I-81
12
Continue on I 81
11 mi·14 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I-81
0.8 mi·48 sec·I-81
14
Continue on I 81
73 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·US 6
Exit 187Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt PoconoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, MilfordUse the straight lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
20
Merge onto I 80
46 mi·59 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 28Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake HopatcongUse the slight right lane.
22
Continue on CR 631
0.2 mi·12 sec·Ledgewood Road
23
Continue on US 46
0.9 mi·1 min·US 46
24
Continue on US 46
213 ft·4 sec·US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
25
Turn straight onto NJ 10
9.2 mi·11 min·Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on NJ 10
3.5 mi·4 min·NJ 10
Use the right lane.
27
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
28
Merge onto I 287
0.8 mi·1 min·I 287
29
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 37Toward NJ 24 East: SpringfieldUse the slight right lane.
30
Continue on NJ 24
9.3 mi·10 min·NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
31
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
32
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: NewarkUse the slight right lane.
33
Merge onto I 78
4.6 mi·5 min·Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Exit 54Toward Hillside, IrvingtonUse the slight right lane.
35
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·29 sec
Toward HillsideUse the straight / right lanes.
36
Continue on Winans Avenue
0.2 mi·39 sec·Winans Avenue
37
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Liberty Avenue
38
Turn left onto CR 628
0.3 mi·37 sec·Hillside Avenue
39
Continue on CR 628
0.4 mi·45 sec·Hillside Avenue
40
At end of road, turn right onto CR 623
2.1 mi·4 min·North Broad Street
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Continue on CR 623
1.4 mi·3 min·Broad Street
42
Turn left onto NJ 439
0.3 mi·43 sec·Bayway
43
Turn left onto NJ 439
0.1 mi·11 sec·Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
44
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
45
Merge onto I 278
1.3 mi·2 min·Goethals Bridge
46
Continue on I 278
2.2 mi·3 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278
0.9 mi·1 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 11Toward I 278 West: Bradley AvenueUse the slight right lane.
49
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft·8 sec·South Gannon Avenue
50
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
51
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·Brielle Avenue
52
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Rockland Avenue
53
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
54
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
55
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
56
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
57
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
58
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
59
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given the 8h 11m estimated duration, this trip is achievable in a single day if you leave Lisbon, NY early in the morning. However, splitting it into two days is also a comfortable option, allowing for more relaxed driving and potential stops. The longest continuous stretch is 201 miles on I 81, so plan for a fuel and rest break before or during that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $64, keeping an eye on your gas gauge is advisable, especially before entering more rural stretches where services might be less frequent.
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 194.9 miles from Lisbon, NY, or about 4h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201 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 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 194.9 miles or 4h 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 194.9 miles or 4h
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 41m
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 Lisbon, 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 Lisbon, NY
Aim for roughly 195 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Staten Island, 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 Lisbon, 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 I 81 for about 201 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 38
5 decision points cluster between mile 215.6 and 375.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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215.6 mi into trip|~4h 24m in|I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
269 mi into trip|~5h 28m 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
344.2 mi into trip|~7h 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
374.9 mi into trip|~7h 38m 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
375.1 mi into trip|~7h 38m 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
$64.15 one way
$128.29 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg136 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$69.36
$138.73
premium
$4.92
$75.53
$151.06
diesel
$5.61
$86.04
$172.08
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Goethals Bridge
$16.00
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
$16
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$210–$320
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136.3 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
116.9
1
$40.92
$18.71
Efficient EV
97.4
1
$34.10
$15.59
EV Truck/SUV
155.9
1
$54.56
$24.94
Gas CO2
136 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 20, 2026
Origin
Lisbon, NY
Late night
in Lisbon on Tuesday
Local time
5:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Late night
in Staten Island on Tuesday
Local time
5:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
6 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
8h 11m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 83% of the 389.7 miles spent on major roads like I 81. You'll experience a long stretch of 201 miles on I 81, likely with frequent exits in some areas. The transition to surface roads will occur around mile 336, offering a change of pace as you approach your destination.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
59 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 201 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and State Highway 37. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 215.6 miles in near I 81.
Driving Effort10/10
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 38 significant decision points across 389.7 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 215.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 269 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 344.2 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 Lisbon, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.
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
The longest stretch is about 201 miles on I 81. 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 $16.00 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.
Yes — we found about 32 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 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 32 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 215.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 269 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 344.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.2 hours each way, a round trip means 16.4 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.
