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Trip from Queens, NY to Clymer, NY

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

Drive Time

8h 27m

Distance

388.5 mi

625 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$64

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
8h 19m ★
6 AM
8h 27m
8 AM
8h 42m
10 AM
8h 32m
12 PM
8h 31m
3 PM
8h 33m
5 PM
8h 42m
8 PM
8h 23m

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

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Queens, NY

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Downtown Clymer, NY, NY

Clymer, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 388.5-mile journey from Queens, NY, to Clymer, NY, will take approximately 8 hours and 27 minutes of driving time, so planning for an overnight split is highly recommended. The drive primarily utilizes the Christopher Columbus Highway and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway, with a significant portion on the Keystone Shortway. With a fuel cost estimated at $64 and a need for two planned stops, this route offers a more local, turn-heavy experience rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. The drive is contained entirely within the Northeast region, staying within New York State.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

194.3 miles from Queens, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 200 mi 3h 44m
Christopher Columbus Highway 44.6 mi 52m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway 23 mi 32m
US 219 12.3 mi 18m
US 46 10.8 mi 12m
NJ 3 10.2 mi 12m
Montmorenci Road 8.8 mi 13m
PA 948 8.6 mi 12m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 200 mi, about 3h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on 104th Street

0.2 mi · 45 sec · 104th Street
2

Turn sharp right onto Rockaway Boulevard

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Rockaway Boulevard
3

Turn right onto Woodhaven Boulevard

4.0 mi · 10 min · Woodhaven Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel Use the right lane.
5

Merge onto I 495

1.8 mi · 2 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 17W Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 495 West: Midtown Tunnel, Manhattan Use the slight left lane.
8

Merge onto I 495

1.4 mi · 2 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 495

1.3 mi · 2 min · Queens-Midtown Tunnel
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward Crosstown, 37th Street Use the slight left lane.
11

Turn slight left onto East 37th Street

1.1 mi · 3 min · East 37th Street
Use the slight left lane.
12

Take the ramp

474 ft · 11 sec
Toward Lincoln Tunnel
13

Turn right

342 ft · 11 sec
Use the right lane.
14

Merge onto NY 495

105 ft · 4 sec · Lincoln Tunnel Expressway
15

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 495

3.7 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Tunnel Expressway
Toward Lincoln Tunnel Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 29 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork

453 ft · 7 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Merge onto NJ 3

10 mi · 12 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Merge onto US 46

11 mi · 12 min · US 46
Use the straight lane.
20

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap
21

Continue on I 80W

1.6 mi · 1 min · Interstate 80 West
Toward I 287: Morristown, Mahwah Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap Use the straight / slight left lanes.
23

Merge onto I 80

45 mi · 52 min · Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 8 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

195 mi · 3 hr 35 min · Keystone Shortway
26

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
27

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 32 sec
28

Turn straight onto PA 153

7.5 mi · 13 min · State Park Road
29

Continue on PA 153

5.0 mi · 8 min · Hoovertown Road
30

Continue on PA 153

3.7 mi · 6 min · Penfield Road
31

At end of road, turn right onto US 219

12 mi · 18 min · US 219
32

Turn right onto PA 948

1.0 mi · 2 min · Montmorenci Avenue
33

Continue on PA 948

8.8 mi · 13 min · Montmorenci Road
34

Continue on PA 948

5.4 mi · 7 min · Highland Road
35

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

2.7 mi · 3 min · Kane-Russell City Road
36

Take the exit onto PA 948

8.6 mi · 12 min · PA 948
37

Continue on PA 666

2.3 mi · 4 min · PA 666
38

At end of road, turn left onto US 6

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
39

Continue on US 6

4.5 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
40

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
41

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
42

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Main Street
43

Continue on US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Crescent Park
Use the straight lane.
44

Continue on US 6

8.6 mi · 12 min · Warren Bypass
Use the straight lane.
45

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · Youngsville Bypass
Use the straight lane.
46

Continue on US 6; PA 27

16 mi · 21 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
47

Continue on US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Route 6
48

Turn right onto Jackson Lane

262 ft · 16 sec · Jackson Lane
49

Turn left onto South Street

398 ft · 17 sec · South Street
50

Turn straight onto PA 957

222 ft · 11 sec · Pike Road
51

Turn sharp right onto Market Street

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Market Street
52

Continue on Plank Road

5.3 mi · 10 min · Plank Road
53

Turn straight onto Clymer-Corry Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Clymer-Corry Road
54

Arrive at destination

Clymer-Sherman Road

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 2-day trip, aim to depart early on your first day to cover a good portion of the 388.5 miles. With an 8 hour and 27 minute estimated drive time, breaking it into two days with two stops is essential for a comfortable pace. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you move away from major highways, and plan your refueling stops accordingly. A practical tip for this route is to utilize offline maps, as cell service can be intermittent on the more rural sections. Your estimated fuel cost is $64, so budget accordingly.

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 194.3 miles from Queens, NY, or about 3h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 200 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 85 miles or 1h 56m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 194.3 miles or 3h 59m in

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

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 194.3 miles or 3h 59m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 50m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Queens, 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.

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

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Queens, NY

Aim for roughly 194 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Clymer, NY

Aim for roughly 194 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Queens, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 200 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Waverly, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Waverly, NY

194 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Waverly, NY

Overnight Options

Night 1

Waverly, NY

194 mi · about 4.2h in

A practical overnight split lands near Waverly, NY after about 194 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Corning, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 194.3 miles from Queens, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 200 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 194 miles or 4.2 hours on the road.

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

Fusion 27 restaurant and catering services

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Totowa, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 27.8

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+19735955595

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Hills, New York

2.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Montclair, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 27.8

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

Fusion 27 restaurant and catering services

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 27.8

Totowa, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+19735955595

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Farm Table Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 277.5

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18142054405

Visit website

Lumis Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $50 to $10 mile 27.8

Fairfield, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+19739442049

Visit website

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

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

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+17186738301

Visit website

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.3

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Nangma Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

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

Elmhurst, New York

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13477306117

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 27.8

Montclair, New Jersey

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 138.8

Drums, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 111

Blakeslee, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 277.5

Clearfield, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 166.5

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 55.5

Randolph, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 138.8

Hazleton, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Rivian Waypoints

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 111

Long Pond, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887484261

Visit website

Highland Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Allegheny National Forest

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 333

Marienville, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18149275700

Visit website

Canarsie Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Brooklyn, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Maria Hernandez Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

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 34

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.6 and 16.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
6.6 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 278 West: Brooklyn

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 17W Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
8
7.6 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 West: Midtown Tunnel, Manhattan

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

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 495 West: Midtown Tunnel, Manhattan
8
10.8 mi into trip | ~22m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Crosstown, 37th Street

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

Use the slight left lane. Toward Crosstown, 37th Street
7
12.3 mi into trip | ~27m in | NY 495 / Lincoln Tunnel Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 495 / Lincoln Tunnel Expressway toward Lincoln Tunnel

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Lincoln Tunnel
8
16.2 mi into trip | ~34m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 3 West: Clifton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$63.95 one way

$127.90 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 136 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $69.15 $138.30
premium $4.92 $75.30 $150.60
diesel $5.61 $85.78 $171.55

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

$64

Tolls

$16

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$210–$320

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 135.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 116.6 1 $40.79 $18.65
Efficient EV 97.1 1 $33.99 $15.54
EV Truck/SUV 155.4 1 $54.39 $24.86

Gas CO2

136 kg

EV CO2

45 kg (67% 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 14, 2026

Origin

Queens, NY

Late night in Queens on Sunday

Local time

12:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Sunny

S 13 mph 7% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 3:55PM EDT until April 14 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY

Destination

Clymer, NY

Late night in Clymer on Sunday

Local time

12:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

48°F

Waverly, NY

194 mi in

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

23 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

8h 27m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

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.

Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 13.4
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...

3 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 13.4
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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 13.4
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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 13.4
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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 13.4
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...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free near mile 13.4
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 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this trip, with only 14% of the route on highways. You'll spend most of your time navigating state routes and local roads, making for a more engaging, less monotonous experience. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 200 miles, which occurs on the Keystone Shortway, offering a period of more consistent travel before you transition back to the more intricate local roads. This route is best suited for those who enjoy varied road conditions and don't mind frequent turns.

Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
54 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 200 mi on Keystone Shortway.

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 6.6 miles in.

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 34 significant decision points across 388.5 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 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Queens, NY and Clymer, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Penfield.

Del Water Gap

37.3 mi in | ~59m

Mahwah

37.6 mi in | ~59m | via I 80W

Penfield

284 mi in | ~5h 38m

About the Cities

Starting 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?

Solo Traveler

8h 27m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 200 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 194 miles on day one.

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 Clymer, 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 6.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Stonewall National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton 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 8.5 hours each way, a round trip means 16.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Clymer, NY before the return drive.

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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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