Trip from Newark Valley, 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

4h 29m

Distance

200.4 mi

322 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 16m ★

6 AM

4h 29m

8 AM

4h 56m

10 AM

4h 39m

12 PM

4h 36m

3 PM

4h 40m

5 PM

4h 55m

8 PM

4h 21m

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

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Newark Valley, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 200.4-mile journey from Newark Valley, NY, to Staten Island, NY, is a straightforward highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in about 4 hours and 29 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $33, it's an economical trip. The route primarily utilizes I-81, the Keystone Shortway, and I-380, making it a good candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll be spending a significant portion of your time on interstates, so expect a consistent pace. This drive is well-suited for those looking to cover ground efficiently within the Northeast region.

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

100.2 miles from Newark Valley, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 81	53.4 mi	1h 3m
Keystone Shortway	46.1 mi	59m
I 380	23.6 mi	25m
NJ 24	9.3 mi	10m
Route 10 East	9.2 mi	11m
Southern Tier Expressway	8.9 mi	11m
State Highway 38B	4.9 mi	8m
Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway	4.6 mi	5m

Longest stretch: I 81 — 53.4 mi, about 1h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Rock Street

139 ft · 12 sec · Rock Street

Turn left onto NY 38

1.1 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Turn left onto NY 38B

4.6 mi · 8 min · State Highway 38B

Continue on NY 38B

2.8 mi · 4 min · Route 38B

Continue on NY 38B

0.3 mi · 32 sec · State Highway 38B

At end of road, turn right onto NY 26

3.6 mi · 6 min · Union Center-Maine Highway

Continue on NY 26

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Nanticoke Avenue

Turn left onto NY 17C; NY 26

2.8 mi · 4 min · East Main Street

Continue on NY 17C

1.2 mi · 1 min · George F Highway

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Merge onto NY 17

8.9 mi · 11 min · Southern Tier Expressway

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.

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.

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.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380

Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg

Merge onto I 80

46 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong Use the slight right lane.

Continue on CR 631

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Ledgewood Road

Continue on US 46

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 46

Continue on US 46

213 ft · 4 sec · US 46

Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.

Turn straight onto NJ 10

9.2 mi · 11 min · Route 10 East

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 10

3.5 mi · 4 min · NJ 10

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport

Merge onto I 287

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 287

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 37 Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield Use the slight right lane.

Continue on NJ 24

9.3 mi · 10 min · NJ 24

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 17 sec

Toward I 78 East Local: Newark Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 29 sec

Toward Hillside Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on Winans Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Winans Avenue

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue

Turn left onto CR 628

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hillside Avenue

Continue on CR 628

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hillside Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto CR 623

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street

Continue on CR 623

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broad Street

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Bayway

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Brunswick Avenue

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge

Merge onto I 278

1.3 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour 29-minute duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the 200.4 miles and refuel, especially considering the longest stretch is over 50 miles. The $33 fuel cost is a good estimate to keep in mind for budgeting. A practical tip for this drive is to be aware of potential traffic as you approach the Staten Island area, which can impact your final arrival time, so factor that into your planning.

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 100.2 miles from Newark Valley, NY, or about 2h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.4 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 44 miles or 1h 3m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 100.2 miles or 2h 8m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 29m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Newark Valley, 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 Newark Valley, NY

This is one driving day of about 200.4 miles and 4h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Newark Valley, 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 53.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat city in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Allentown, PA

100 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

Deposit, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

City of Scranton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100.2 miles from Newark Valley, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Azure The Greek Mediterranean

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morristown, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $40 to $50 mile 171.8

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19739989555

Visit website

Valenca Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elizabeth, New Jersey

2.3 mi

Azure The Greek Mediterranean

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $40 to $50 mile 171.8

Morristown, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+19739989555

Visit website

Valenca Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 186.1

Elizabeth, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm

+19083544024

Visit website

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 186.1

Union, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 157.4

Randolph, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 186.1

Union, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.3

Vestal, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 28.6

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 186.1

Maplewood, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 186.1

Newark, NJ

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

IONNA Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 71.6

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18334662474

Visit website

Morris Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 171.8

Morristown, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19739713700

Visit website

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 200.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17183511611

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 200.4

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 36

5 decision points cluster between mile 26.3 and 185.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

26.3 mi into trip | ~42m 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

79.7 mi into trip | ~1h 45m 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...

154.9 mi into trip | ~3h 17m 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

185.6 mi into trip | ~3h 56m 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

185.7 mi into trip | ~3h 56m 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

$32.99 one way

$65.97 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$35.67	$71.34
premium	$4.92	$38.84	$77.68
diesel	$5.61	$44.25	$88.49

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

$33

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	60.1	0	$21.04	$9.62
Efficient EV	50.1	0	$17.54	$8.02
EV Truck/SUV	80.2	1	$28.06	$12.83

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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 14, 2026

Origin

Newark Valley, NY

Morning in Newark Valley on Sunday

Local time

6:22 AM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Morning in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

6:22 AM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Sunny

SW 10 mph 7% 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

44 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

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...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 200.4

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 highway-centric experience, with 65% of the drive on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 53.4 miles along I-81, offering a chance to settle into a steady rhythm. While predominantly interstate, the use of roads like the Keystone Shortway and I-380 means you'll experience varying highway environments. This profile suggests a focus on efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways, so be prepared for a consistent, high-speed journey for much of the trip.

65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

56 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 53.4 mi on I 81.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.3 miles in near I 81.

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 36 significant decision points across 200.4 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 26.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 79.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.9 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 Newark Valley, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark - among others.

Mt Pocono

79.7 mi in | ~1h 45m | via US 6

Milford

80.5 mi in | ~1h 46m | via I 84; I 380

Lake Hopatcong

154.9 mi in | ~3h 17m

Morristown Airport

169.1 mi in | ~3h 35m

New York City

180.4 mi in | ~3h 50m

Newark

180.4 mi in | ~3h 50m

Hillside

185.6 mi in | ~3h 56m

Irvington

185.6 mi in | ~3h 56m

About the Cities

Arriving in Staten Island, NY

Full guide →

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 4h 29m. Total distance: 200.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 53.4 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

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.

Yes — Statue Of Liberty National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Staten Island, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Azure The Greek Mediterranean

Azure The Greek Mediterranean

Valenca Restaurant

Cafe Latte

Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge

Rab's Country Lanes

Restaurant Lorena's

Giorgio's Restaurant

L'allegria Restaurant

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

IONNA Charging Station

Morris Museum

Historic Richmond Town

GC Renovation

Great Kills Park

Morristown National Historical Park

Latourette Park

The Boulevard

Tysens Park Shopping Center

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Newark Valley, NY

Staten Island, NY

Same local time

44 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 29m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

Governors Island National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Gateway National Recreation Area

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Staten Island, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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