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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 47m

Distance

73.2 mi

118 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 39m ★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 53m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m

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

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Trip Overview

This 73.2-mile drive from Newburgh, NY, to Queens, NY, is best tackled as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 47 minutes. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, it's an economical journey. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 89% of the drive utilizing major roadways like the Palisades Interstate Parkway, US Route 9W, and the Cross Bronx Expressway. This direct path through the Northeast region is designed for efficient travel, making it ideal for a straightforward transit between these New York locations without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

36.6 miles from Newburgh, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Palisades Interstate Parkway 37.4 mi 47m
United States Route 9W 14 mi 20m
Cross Bronx Expressway 4.4 mi 5m
Van Wyck Expressway 4.3 mi 6m
Whitestone Expressway 2.3 mi 3m
Liberty Avenue 1.5 mi 4m
River Road 1.4 mi 2m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Palisades Interstate Parkway — 37.4 mi, about 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Newburgh, NY and Queens, NY.

1

Start on 2nd Street

0.2 mi · 51 sec · 2nd Street
2

Turn right onto Reverend Martin Luther King Street

451 ft · 12 sec · Reverend Martin Luther King Street
3

Continue on South Water Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Water Street
4

Continue on River Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · River Road
5

Take the ramp

404 ft · 11 sec
6

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · this road
7

Merge onto US 9W

14 mi · 20 min · United States Route 9W
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
9

Merge onto US 6

2.3 mi · 3 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway
10

Keep slight left at fork onto Palisades Interstate Parkway

35 mi · 44 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 52 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
12

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
14

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.4 mi · 5 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min
Exit 6A Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto I 678

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
17

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
18

Continue on I 678

2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678

4.3 mi · 6 min · Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport Use the slight left lane.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue Use the right lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue Use the slight right lane.
22

Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West

0.9 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

1.5 mi · 4 min · Liberty Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
24

Turn left onto 104th Street

205 ft · 9 sec · 104th Street
25

Arrive at destination

104th Street

Trip Plan

Given its manageable 1 hour and 47-minute duration, this route offers flexibility for departure times. Leaving Newburgh early in the morning or later in the evening can help you avoid potential traffic congestion, especially as you approach Queens. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps utilizing rest areas along the Palisades Interstate Parkway. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $12 estimate covers the roughly 73 miles, and ensure you're comfortable with highway driving for the majority of the trip.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.6 miles from Newburgh, NY, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.4 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 16 miles or 25m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.6 miles or 52m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 26m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Newburgh, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Newburgh, NY

This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Newburgh, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Palisades Interstate Parkway for about 37.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown New Square, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Square, NY

37 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

New Square, NY to Queens, NY

43.4 mi · 1h 7m

Pacing Suggestions

Fort Montgomery, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Square, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Newburgh, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Hills, New York

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Le Bouchon

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cold Spring, New York

2 mi

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

2.3 mi

Best coffee break · final third

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 23min to go 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

+19172614093

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Englewood, New Jersey

1.8 mi

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

3 mi

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Le Bouchon

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $40 to $50

Cold Spring, New York

Hours: 12–8 pm

+18452657676

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Newburgh, New York

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Kitchen & Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Beacon, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18457650778

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Sayola Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12018712182

Visit website

Nangma Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Elmhurst, New York

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13477306117

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

New York, New York

+19172614093

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+19149204077

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Stony Point, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

HondoGO Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Garnerville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Beacon, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.7 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Cornwall, New York

+18455343899

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Highland Falls, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Tomkins Cove, New York

+18887800062

Visit website

Englewood Picnic Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Roberto Clemente State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm

+17182998750

Visit website

Ross Dock Picnic Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17186816000

Visit website

Fort Tryon Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12127951388

Visit website

Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 19.4 and 70.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
19.4 mi into trip | ~30m in | Palisades Interstate Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto Palisades Interstate Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
60.8 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in

Take the exit toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens

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 6A Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
7
66.1 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
8
70.4 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Take the exit toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlanti...
9
70.6 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.05 one way

$24.10 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $13.03 $26.06
premium $4.92 $14.19 $28.38
diesel $5.61 $16.16 $32.32

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Whitestone 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

$12

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22 0 $7.69 $3.51
Efficient EV 18.3 0 $6.41 $2.93
EV Truck/SUV 29.3 0 $10.25 $4.68

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Newburgh, NY

Morning in Newburgh on Tuesday

Local time

9:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Queens, NY

Morning in Queens on Tuesday

Local time

9:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 6 to 12 mph 3% 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

39 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

1h 47m 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.

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 55.6
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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 55.6
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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 68.2
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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 73.2
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 73.2
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...

9 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 73.2
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-focused experience on this route, with 89% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Palisades Interstate Parkway, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.4 miles. The transition onto US Route 9W and then the Cross Bronx Expressway will keep you on high-speed parkways and expressways for most of the 73.2 miles. This drive prioritizes directness and speed over scenic detours, offering a consistent, flowing journey.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on Palisades Interstate Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Palisades Interstate Parkway and United States Route 9W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.4 miles in near Palisades Interstate Parkway.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 19.4 miles (Palisades Interstate Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.1 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Newburgh, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1709

Newburgh is a small, riverside city in Orange County, New York.

Top landmarks

  • • Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site — historic site in Newburgh, New York
  • • Dutch Reformed Church — church in Newburgh, New York
  • • East End Historic District — historic district in Newburgh, New York

Arriving in Queens, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1683

Queens is a crescent-shaped (with a tail) borough traversing the north-to-south width of Long Island and including two of the major New York City area airports, LaGuardia (LGA IATA) and John F. Kennedy International (JFK IATA). It also carries the largest ethnic diversity in its area of any region in the world, with many small enclaves. Jackson Heights, for example, includes a huge Indian area, followed by a Colombian area, and then a Mexican area. Each offers a wide array of authentic shops, native-style cuisine, and festivals modified only slightly by the generally colder New York City experience.

Top landmarks

  • • Queensboro Bridge — bridge in New York City
  • • Unisphere — Steel structure in Queens, New York

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 1h 47m. Total distance: 73.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 37.4 miles on Palisades Interstate Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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.

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 Queens, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 19.4 miles (Palisades Interstate Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.1 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Queens, NY before heading back.

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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