Origin
Queens, NY
Late night in Queens on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Queens, NY to Northville, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
75.7 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Queens, NY
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Northville, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
This 75.7-mile drive from Queens, NY, to Northville, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via Sunrise Highway and Cross River Drive, with a significant portion, about 60.1 miles, on Sunrise Highway. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $12. Given its manageable length and the local road nature of the profile, it's a straightforward journey within New York State that doesn't require an overnight stop. The route offers a practical way to travel between two points in the Northeast region without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.9 miles from Queens, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 60.1 mi | 1h 21m |
| Cross River Drive | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Rockaway Boulevard | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| South Conduit Avenue | 2 mi | 4m |
| Sound Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Quogue Riverhead Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Old Riverhead Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Northville Turnpike | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 60.1 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Queens, NY and Northville, NY.
1
Start on 104th Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
104th Street
2
Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Rockaway Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto NY 27
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Conduit Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward Belt Parkway East, Eastern Long lsland
5
Merge onto BP
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Belt Parkway
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 23B
Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on NY 27
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on NY 27
60 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 63 N
Toward CR 31 North: Riverhead
10
Continue on CR 31
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Riverhead Road
11
Enter roundabout onto CR 104
161 ft
·
2 sec
·
Quogue Riverhead Road
12
Continue on CR 104
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Quogue Riverhead Road
13
Turn straight onto CR 105
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross River Drive
Toward Northville, Orient Point
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto CR 43
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Northville Turnpike
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto Sound Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sound Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Sound Avenue
Trip Plan
With a duration of under two hours, this 75.7-mile trip offers great flexibility. You can easily make it a day trip without needing to split the drive. Starting earlier in the day can help you avoid potential local traffic, especially as you traverse Sunrise Highway and Rockaway Boulevard. Budgeting around $12 for fuel should be sufficient, but it's always wise to check your tank before departing Queens. Pay close attention to posted speed limits, as this route is characterized as 'turn-heavy' and likely passes through populated areas.
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 37.9 miles from Queens, NY, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.1 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 17 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.9 miles or 56m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Northville, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Queens, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Queens, NY
This is one driving day of about 75.7 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Queens, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Sunrise Highway for about 60.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.9 miles from Queens, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Sunrise Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.1 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 68.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Rockaway Boulevard
Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue
Turn left onto NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
4.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard
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 23B
Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boule...
5
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward CR 31 North: Riverhead
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 63 N
Toward CR 31 North: Riverhead
5
68.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
|
CR 105 / Cross River Drive
Turn straight onto CR 105 / Cross River Drive toward Northville, Orient Point
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Northville, Orient Point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.46 one way
$24.92 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $13.47 | $26.95 |
| premium | $4.92 | $14.67 | $29.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.71 | $33.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.04
Northville Turnpike
(0.5 mi)
$0.04
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
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 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 | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.63 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.62 | $3.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.60 | $4.84 |
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.
Destination
Northville, NY
Late night in Northville on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
1h 49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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.
Fire Island National Seashore
National Seashore
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 44.4
Park Closure: Pet Restrictions, Beach Driving Closures in Effect March 15 through Labor Day
Caution: Avian Influenza (HPAI) Suspected in Dead Birds in Seashore Areas
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
~23 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
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
View on nps.gov
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
View on nps.gov
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
View on nps.gov
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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
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 for this 75.7-mile journey. While there's a highway share of 1 (meaning it's mostly local roads with potentially some limited-access sections), the longest uninterrupted stretch is 60.1 miles on Sunrise Highway. This suggests a drive that will require your attention, with frequent turns and changes in speed limits as you move through various communities. It's not a monotonous interstate cruise but rather a route that keeps you engaged with the local landscape and traffic patterns.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60.1 mi on Sunrise Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Rockaway Boulevard.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (Rockaway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 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.
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 Northville, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway East, Eastern Long Lsland, Cr 31 North: Riverhead and Orient Point.
Belt Parkway East
4.3 mi in
|
~10m
Eastern Long Lsland
4.3 mi in
|
~10m
Cr 31 North: Riverhead
66.2 mi in
|
~1h 34m
Orient Point
68.8 mi in
|
~1h 38m
|
via CR 105
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?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 75.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (1%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60.1 miles on Sunrise Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.04 in tolls one way, starting with Northville Turnpike. 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.
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 0.2 miles (Rockaway Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Fire Island National Seashore, 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Northville, 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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