This 90.1-mile drive from Northampton to Staten Island, NY, is a manageable 2-hour and 13-minute journey, perfect for a single day trip. You'll primarily navigate Sunrise Highway, Belt Parkway, and East Moriches-Riverhead Road, with about 25% of the route on highways. Expect a fuel cost around $15 for this trip within the Northeast region. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, so it's not a route for setting speed records but rather for experiencing the local landscape. With no specific stops recommended, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45 miles from Northampton, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Sunrise Highway
54.6 mi
1h 13m
Belt Parkway
19 mi
28m
East Moriches-Riverhead Road
5.5 mi
7m
Staten Island Expressway
2.9 mi
4m
Manor Road
2.1 mi
5m
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
1.4 mi
2m
Richmond Road
0.7 mi
1m
Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northampton, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on CR 51
0.4 mi·42 sec·East Moriches-Riverhead Road
2
Continue on CR 51
5.1 mi·7 min·East Moriches-Riverhead Road
3
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward NY 27 West: New YorkUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto NY 27
55 mi·1 hr 13 min·Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
6
Merge onto BP
1.8 mi·2 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
17 mi·25 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 3Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten IslandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower LevelUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi·9 sec·Gowanus Expressway
11
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi·2 min·Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
12
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi·4 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 12Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft·9 sec·Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft·8 sec·Reon Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·North Gannon Avenue
17
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Manor Road
18
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Manor Road
19
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Rockland Avenue
20
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
21
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
23
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
24
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
25
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
26
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour duration and 90.1-mile distance, this drive is easily accomplished in a single day. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid the bulk of local traffic, especially as you approach Staten Island. Since there are no designated stops, plan your own breaks based on your comfort level, perhaps breaking up the 54.6-mile stretch on Sunrise Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is $15, it’s always wise to top off before heading out on local roads where stations might be less frequent. Pay close attention to navigation as you transition between the main roads like Sunrise Highway and Belt Parkway.
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 45 miles from Northampton, NY, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 20 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45 miles or 1h 1m 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 42m
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 Northampton, 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 Northampton, NY
This is one driving day of about 90.1 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Northampton, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Sunrise Highway for about 54.6 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 85.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.5 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the ramp toward NY 27 West: New York
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward NY 27 West: New York
6
62.7 mi into trip|~1h 25m 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
80 mi into trip|~1h 51m 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
80.5 mi into trip|~1h 52m 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
85.4 mi into trip|~2h 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
$14.83 one way
$29.66 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$16.04
$32.07
premium
$4.92
$17.46
$34.93
diesel
$5.61
$19.89
$39.79
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27
0
$9.46
$4.32
Efficient EV
22.5
0
$7.88
$3.60
EV Truck/SUV
36
0
$12.61
$5.77
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Northampton, NY
Morning
in Northampton on Sunday
Local time
8:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Morning
in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
8:53 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
12 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
2h 13m 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
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 74.5
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
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...
5 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 80.8
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 80.8
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
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 21.7
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 80.8
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
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 80.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is decidedly turn-heavy, leaning more towards a local exploration than a high-speed transit. While 25% of the journey involves highway driving, it's interspersed with more winding local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 54.6 miles along Sunrise Highway, offering a decent segment of less interrupted travel. As you progress, you'll notice the road personality shifting between more open highway sections and the more intricate patterns of local routes, requiring your attention to navigation and speed.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 54.6 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 5.5 miles in.
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 17 significant decision points across 90.1 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 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 62.7 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 80 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 Northampton, 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 2h 13m. Total distance: 90.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 54.6 miles on Sunrise Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 62.7 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 80 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, Statue Of Liberty National Monument and Castle Clinton 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 Staten Island, NY before heading back.
