Trip from Pike, NY to Queens, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 6m

Distance

339.4 mi

546 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$56

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

6h 56m ★

6 AM

7h 7m

8 AM

7h 29m

10 AM

7h 15m

12 PM

7h 12m

3 PM

7h 16m

5 PM

7h 28m

8 PM

7h 0m

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

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Pike, NY

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Queens, NY

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Trip Overview

This 339.4-mile journey from Pike, NY, to Queens, NY, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 7 hours and 6 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing the Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, and I-81, this highway-focused route offers a direct path through the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $56 and two planned stops, it’s a manageable day trip for those looking for efficiency. The drive is characterized by its substantial highway mileage, making it a straightforward option if you're aiming to cover ground quickly. Consider this route if you prefer a consistent driving experience with minimal detours.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

169.7 miles from Pike, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southern Tier Expressway	104.5 mi	2h 2m
Keystone Shortway	70.8 mi	1h 27m
I 81	53.4 mi	1h 3m
I 380	23.6 mi	25m
Genesee Expressway	22.2 mi	25m
Nunda-Dansville Road	12.4 mi	16m
NJ 3	10.5 mi	11m
Portage Street	5.6 mi	8m

Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on CR 50

30 ft · 7 sec · North Water Street

Turn left onto NY 19

3.6 mi · 4 min · Main Street

Turn right onto NY 436

1.8 mi · 2 min · Denton Corners Road

Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436

2.2 mi · 3 min · NY 19A; NY 436

Turn left onto NY 436

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Hamilton Street

Turn left onto NY 436

360 ft · 8 sec · Main Street

Continue on NY 436

5.6 mi · 8 min · Portage Street

Continue on NY 436

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mill Street

Continue on NY 436

12 mi · 16 min · Nunda-Dansville Road

Continue on NY 436

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ossian Street

Turn right onto Spruce Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Spruce Street

Turn slight right onto NY 36

0.9 mi · 1 min · Clara Barton Street

Continue on NY 36

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Hornell Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 390

22 mi · 25 min · Genesee Expressway

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 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

71 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Exit 53 Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto US 46

2.1 mi · 2 min · US 46

Continue on US 46

1.6 mi · 1 min · US 46

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn slight left onto NJ 3

11 mi · 11 min · NJ 3

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 495

1.1 mi · 1 min · NJ 495

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Toward Weehawken, Hoboken, Ferries to New York City Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on South Marginal Highway

0.1 mi · 10 sec · South Marginal Highway

Turn right onto Boulevard East

0.4 mi · 1 min · Boulevard East

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

123 ft · 14 sec

Toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right

0.2 mi · 57 sec

Toward Lincoln Tunnel access

Merge onto NJ 495

1.6 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Tunnel

Keep slight right at fork

265 ft · 6 sec

Toward Dyer Avenue

Keep slight right at fork

334 ft · 8 sec

Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden

Continue on Dyer Avenue

350 ft · 19 sec · Dyer Avenue

Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn left onto West 36th Street

1.3 mi · 3 min · West 36th Street

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the ramp

68 ft · 1 sec

Toward I 495: Queens-Midtown Tunnel

Keep slight left at fork onto I 495

2.5 mi · 4 min · I 495

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 17W-E Toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 495

2.0 mi · 2 min · Long Island Expressway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 35 sec

Exit 19 Toward NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 41 sec

Toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec

Toward Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto Woodhaven Boulevard

3.9 mi · 10 min · Woodhaven Boulevard

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard

344 ft · 9 sec · Rockaway Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn slight left onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue

Turn right onto 104th Street

205 ft · 9 sec · 104th Street

Arrive at destination

104th Street

Trip Plan

To maximize your time and comfort on this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Pike, NY, to bypass potential traffic closer to your Queens, NY destination. With two stops recommended, plan for one midway break and another closer to the city. The longest stretch of 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway means you can cover a lot of ground before needing to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you approach urban areas where prices can sometimes be higher. This route's highway-centric nature allows for flexibility, but sticking to your planned stops will help ensure a smooth arrival.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 169.7 miles from Pike, NY, or about 3h 26m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 75 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 169.7 miles or 3h 26m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 37m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pike, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pike, NY

This is one driving day of about 339.4 miles and 7h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Pike, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vestal, NY

170 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

Corning, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endwell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 169.7 miles from Pike, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.

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

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Hills, New York

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 339.4

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montclair, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 315.1

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 339.4

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 315.1

Rutherford, New Jersey

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

Fusion 27 restaurant and catering services

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately mile 315.1

Totowa, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+19735955595

Visit website

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 339.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+17186738301

Visit website

Nangma Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 339.4

Elmhurst, New York

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13477306117

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 315.1

Montclair, New Jersey

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 290.9

Rockaway, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 339.4

Brooklyn, 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 39

5 decision points cluster between mile 209.1 and 334.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

209.1 mi into trip | ~4h 13m 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...

309 mi into trip | ~6h 13m in

Take the exit toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel

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 53 Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunn...

325.7 mi into trip | ~6h 34m in

Take the ramp toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City

331.5 mi into trip | ~6h 49m in

Take the exit toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport

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 17W-E Toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia A...

334.5 mi into trip | ~6h 54m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boule...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.87 one way

$111.73 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 119 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$60.41	$120.82
premium	$4.92	$65.78	$131.56
diesel	$5.61	$74.94	$149.87

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

Lincoln Tunnel $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

$56

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$97–$122

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 118.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	101.8	1	$35.64	$16.29
Efficient EV	84.9	0	$29.70	$13.58
EV Truck/SUV	135.8	1	$47.52	$21.72

Gas CO2

119 kg

EV CO2

40 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 15, 2026

Origin

Pike, NY

Night in Pike on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Queens, NY

Night in Queens on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°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.

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

7 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

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...

5 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 327.7

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 drive for about 67% of this 339.4-mile trip. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on major expressways like the Southern Tier Expressway and I-81. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 104.5 miles along the Southern Tier Expressway, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While primarily interstate, the transition between these main roads will shape the character of your drive, providing a blend of open-road cruising and connecting highway segments as you make your way east. This route prioritizes forward momentum over winding scenic byways.

67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 209.1 miles in near US 6.

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 39 significant decision points across 339.4 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 209.1 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 309 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 325.7 miles: 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 Pike, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and Clifton.

Mt Pocono

209.1 mi in | ~4h 13m | via US 6

Milford

209.8 mi in | ~4h 14m | via I 84; I 380

Clifton

309 mi in | ~6h 13m

About the Cities

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 7h 6m. Total distance: 339.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Lincoln Tunnel. 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 Queens, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Stonewall National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Queens, NY before the return drive.

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

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

Eagle Rock Cafe

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

Fiorentini Restaurant

Fusion 27 restaurant and catering services

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

Nangma Restaurant & Bar

Eagle Rock Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

EV Connect Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

Highland Park

Posh Princess Palace

Canarsie Park

Maria Hernandez Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Pike, NY

Queens, NY

Same local time

7 degrees warmer at arrival

7h 6m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

Castle Clinton National Monument

General Grant National Memorial

Governors Island National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Queens, 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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