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Trip from Pike, 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

6h 57m

Distance

329.8 mi

531 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
6h 46m ★
6 AM
6h 57m
8 AM
7h 20m
10 AM
7h 5m
12 PM
7h 3m
3 PM
7h 7m
5 PM
7h 19m
8 PM
6h 51m

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

Downtown Pike, NY, NY

Pike, NY

Jesús Mirón García

Trip Overview

Pike, NY to Staten Island, NY is 329.8 miles and takes about 6h 57m via Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, and Keystone Shortway, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you across New York and into Pennsylvania before heading back into New York. It's a solid option if you need to cover ground efficiently between these two points in the Northeast region. Given the relatively short duration, this trip is best suited for a single-day journey, especially if you aim to depart early.

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

164.9 miles from Pike, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern Tier Expressway 104.5 mi 2h 2m
I 81 53.4 mi 1h 3m
Keystone Shortway 46.1 mi 59m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Genesee Expressway 22.2 mi 25m
Nunda-Dansville Road 12.4 mi 16m
NJ 24 9.3 mi 10m
Route 10 East 9.2 mi 11m
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 Staten Island, NY.

1

Start on CR 50

30 ft · 7 sec · North Water Street
2

Turn left onto NY 19

3.6 mi · 4 min · Main Street
3

Turn right onto NY 436

1.8 mi · 2 min · Denton Corners Road
4

Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436

2.2 mi · 3 min · NY 19A; NY 436
5

Turn left onto NY 436

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Hamilton Street
6

Turn left onto NY 436

360 ft · 8 sec · Main Street
7

Continue on NY 436

5.6 mi · 8 min · Portage Street
8

Continue on NY 436

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mill Street
9

Continue on NY 436

12 mi · 16 min · Nunda-Dansville Road
10

Continue on NY 436

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ossian Street
11

Turn right onto Spruce Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Spruce Street
12

Turn slight right onto NY 36

0.9 mi · 1 min · Clara Barton Street
13

Continue on NY 36

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Hornell Road
14

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
15

Merge onto I 390

22 mi · 25 min · Genesee Expressway
16

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway
17

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.
18

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.
19

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.
20

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
21

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
22

Merge onto I 80

46 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong Use the slight right lane.
24

Continue on CR 631

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Ledgewood Road
25

Continue on US 46

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 46
26

Continue on US 46

213 ft · 4 sec · US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
27

Turn straight onto NJ 10

9.2 mi · 11 min · Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Continue on NJ 10

3.5 mi · 4 min · NJ 10
Use the right lane.
29

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
30

Merge onto I 287

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 287
31

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 37 Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield Use the slight right lane.
32

Continue on NJ 24

9.3 mi · 10 min · NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
33

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
34

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark Use the slight right lane.
35

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington Use the slight right lane.
37

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 29 sec
Toward Hillside Use the straight / right lanes.
38

Continue on Winans Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Winans Avenue
39

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue
40

Turn left onto CR 628

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hillside Avenue
41

Continue on CR 628

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hillside Avenue
42

At end of road, turn right onto CR 623

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street
43

Continue on CR 623

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
44

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Bayway
45

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
46

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
47

Merge onto I 278

1.3 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge
48

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
49

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
51

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
52

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
53

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
54

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
55

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
56

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
57

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
58

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
59

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
60

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
61

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 6 hour and 57 minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Pike, NY to maximize daylight. With a fuel cost estimated at $54, it's wise to fill up before leaving the more rural parts of New York. While the drive is manageable in one day, factor in one planned stop for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you transition between highways, especially if you're not familiar with the service areas along I 81 in Pennsylvania.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 164.9 miles from Pike, NY, or about 3h 21m 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 73 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 164.9 miles or 3h 21m 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 27m

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 Pike, 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 Pike, NY

This is one driving day of about 329.8 miles and 6h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 73 miles from Pike, 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 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

165 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 73 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endwell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 164.9 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 40

5 decision points cluster between mile 155.7 and 315.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
155.7 mi into trip | ~3h 10m 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
9
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...
8
284.3 mi into trip | ~5h 45m 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
8
315 mi into trip | ~6h 24m 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
8
315.1 mi into trip | ~6h 24m 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

$54.29 one way

$108.57 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 115 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $58.70 $117.40
premium $4.92 $63.92 $127.84
diesel $5.61 $72.82 $145.63

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

$54

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$95–$120

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 115.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 98.9 1 $34.63 $15.83
Efficient EV 82.5 0 $28.86 $13.19
EV Truck/SUV 131.9 1 $46.17 $21.11

Gas CO2

115 kg

EV CO2

39 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

10:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Night in Staten Island on Saturday

Local time

10:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°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

8 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

6h 57m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 318.4
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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 318.4
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...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 318.4
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

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...

11 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 318.4
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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 318.4
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...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 329.8
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 73% of it on major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Southern Tier Expressway, where the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 104.5 miles. While mostly high-speed driving, expect transitions between the Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, and the Keystone Shortway. The character remains largely consistent, emphasizing forward momentum across the landscape.

73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
61 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 I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 155.7 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 40 significant decision points across 329.8 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 155.7 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 209.1 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 284.3 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 Pike, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.

Mt Pocono

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

Milford

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

Lake Hopatcong

284.3 mi in | ~5h 45m

Morristown Airport

298.5 mi in | ~6h 3m

New York City

309.8 mi in | ~6h 18m

Newark

309.8 mi in | ~6h 18m

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 6h 57m. Total distance: 329.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 57m 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 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 155.7 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 209.1 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 284.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Statue Of Liberty National Monument, Governors Island National Monument and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 13.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Staten Island, 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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