Planning a trip from Montauk, NY, to Staten Island, NY? This 130.4-mile journey typically takes about 3 hours and 22 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. You'll be navigating mainly on Sunrise Highway and Belt Parkway, with about 21% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $21. Given its relatively short duration and the nature of the roads, it's a straightforward drive within the Northeast region, suitable for a single day of travel without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.2 miles from Montauk, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Sunrise Highway
70.3 mi
1h 33m
Belt Parkway
19 mi
28m
Montauk Highway
16.8 mi
31m
County Road 39A
5.5 mi
11m
Montauk Point State Parkway
4.6 mi
6m
Staten Island Expressway
2.9 mi
4m
Manor Road
2.1 mi
5m
Main Street
1.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 70.3 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montauk, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Second House Road
0.4 mi·57 sec·Second House Road
2
Turn slight right onto South Dearborn Place
462 ft·14 sec·South Dearborn Place
3
Merge onto NY 27
0.1 mi·18 sec·Montauk Highway
4
Continue on NY 27
4.6 mi·6 min·Montauk Point State Parkway
5
Continue on NY 27
5.5 mi·8 min·Montauk Highway
6
Continue on NY 27
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
7
Continue on NY 27
1.1 mi·2 min·Montauk Highway
8
Continue on NY 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Pantigo Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on NY 27
1.0 mi·2 min·Main Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto NY 27
0.5 mi·1 min·Woods Lane
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on NY 27
10 mi·20 min·Montauk Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit onto NY 27
372 ft·7 sec·NY 27
Toward NY 27 West: New York
13
Merge onto NY 27; CR 39A
5.5 mi·11 min·County Road 39A
14
Continue on NY 27
70 mi·1 hr 33 min·Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
16
Merge onto BP
1.8 mi·2 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
17 mi·25 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 3Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten IslandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower LevelUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi·9 sec·Gowanus Expressway
21
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi·2 min·Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
22
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi·4 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 12Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft·9 sec·Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
25
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft·8 sec·Reon Avenue
26
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·North Gannon Avenue
27
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Manor Road
28
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Manor Road
29
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Rockland Avenue
30
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
31
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
32
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
33
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
34
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
35
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
36
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
For this 130.4-mile drive, consider an early morning departure from Montauk to maximize your time and potentially avoid some local traffic. With a duration of just over 3 hours, you won't need to split the journey, but planning for one stop around the halfway point or during the 70.3-mile stretch on Sunrise Highway would be sensible. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $21, and ensure you're comfortable with navigating through various local road conditions. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the transition from the more open Sunrise Highway to the Belt Parkway, which can have more complex interchanges.
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 65.2 miles from Montauk, NY, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.3 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 29 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.2 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 40m
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 Montauk, 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 Montauk, NY
This is one driving day of about 130.4 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Montauk, 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 Sunrise Highway for about 70.3 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 125.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.5 mi into trip|~1m in|NY 27 / Montauk Highway
Merge onto NY 27 / Montauk Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
103.1 mi into trip|~2h 34m in|BP / Belt Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
120.3 mi into trip|~3h in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
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 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Isl...
7
120.9 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
8
125.7 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Take the exit toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
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 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.46 one way
$42.93 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$23.21
$46.42
premium
$4.92
$25.27
$50.55
diesel
$5.61
$28.79
$57.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.1
0
$13.69
$6.26
Efficient EV
32.6
0
$11.41
$5.22
EV Truck/SUV
52.2
0
$18.26
$8.35
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 17, 2026
Origin
Montauk, NY
Morning
in Montauk on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Morning
in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
9:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
E 3 to 8 mph33% chanceLive 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
10 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
3h 22m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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.
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 114
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 63.8
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 123.1
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 123.1
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...
7 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 123.1
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...
7 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 123.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, blending highway stretches with more engaging local road segments. While 21% of the journey is on highways, you'll spend a significant portion on local roads, requiring your attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 70.3 miles on Sunrise Highway, offering a period of more consistent speed before you transition back to more varied road conditions. Expect a dynamic driving experience with frequent turns and changes in speed limits as you move through different areas.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.3 mi on Sunrise Highway.
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 0.5 miles in near NY 27 / Montauk Highway.
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 19 significant decision points across 130.4 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 0.5 miles (NY 27 / Montauk Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 103.1 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.3 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 Montauk, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 130.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 70.3 miles on Sunrise Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.5 miles (NY 27 / Montauk Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 103.1 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, Fire Island National Seashore and Governors Island National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Staten Island, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
