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Trip from Ravena, NY to Staten Island, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 11m

Distance

149.7 mi

241 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 0m ★
6 AM
3h 12m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 5m

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

Downtown Ravena, NY, NY

Ravena, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Ravena, NY to Staten Island, NY is 149.7 miles and takes about 3h 11m via New York State Thruway, NJ 17, and US 9W, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, specifically New York, making it a straightforward journey. You'll experience a mixed drive, mostly on major roadways, so expect a good pace. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip. Plan for a straightforward drive with a predictable fuel cost.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

74.8 miles from Ravena, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 93.5 mi 1h 47m
NJ 17 22.7 mi 29m
US 9W 5.3 mi 9m
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension 4.7 mi 5m
NJ 440 4.5 mi 6m
NJ 3 4.2 mi 4m
Tonnelle Avenue 2.6 mi 3m
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 93.5 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ravena, NY and Staten Island, NY.

1

Start on this road

22 ft · 5 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto US 9W

5.3 mi · 9 min · US 9W
Use the left lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Use the left lane.
4

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 87 South: NY City
5

Merge onto I 87

94 mi · 1 hr 47 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
7

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
8

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

23 mi · 29 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
10

Merge onto NJ 3

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the left lane.
14

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
15

Continue on NJ 139

0.3 mi · 27 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
16

Take the exit

236 ft · 9 sec
Use the left lane.
17

Turn left onto Jersey Avenue

463 ft · 23 sec · Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
18

Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139

408 ft · 5 sec · 14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP

4.7 mi · 5 min · New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 14A Toward NJ 440: Bayonne Use the right lane.
21

Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard

0.3 mi · 17 sec · Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
22

Take the exit

357 ft · 8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few Way Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 440 South Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24

Merge onto NJ 440

4.5 mi · 6 min · NJ 440
25

Continue on NY 440

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
26

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 55 sec
Exit 10E Toward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
27

Merge onto I 278

0.8 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
28

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
29

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
30

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
31

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
32

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
33

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
34

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
35

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
36

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
37

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
38

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
39

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

For this 149.7-mile drive, a single day is definitely achievable, so you have the flexibility to start when you're ready. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and potentially avoid heavier traffic. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 93.5 miles on the New York State Thruway, so plan your fuel and rest stops before or after this segment. With a fuel cost estimated around $25, keeping an eye on your gauge is practical, especially during that long thruway portion. You'll have one main road to follow for a good part of the trip, simplifying navigation.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.8 miles from Ravena, NY, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.5 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 33 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 74.8 miles or 1h 30m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 28m

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 Ravena, 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 Ravena, NY

This is one driving day of about 149.7 miles and 3h 11m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Ravena, 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 New York State Thruway for about 93.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

75 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

Rhinebeck, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74.8 miles from Ravena, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.5 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 28

5 decision points cluster between mile 99.2 and 132 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
99.2 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | NY 17

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
100.6 mi into trip | ~1h 59m in | NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
130.5 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in

Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
7
131.9 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in | I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct

Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
132 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in | I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension

Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP / New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.64 one way

$49.28 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $26.65 $53.29
premium $4.92 $29.01 $58.03
diesel $5.61 $33.05 $66.10

Estimated Tolls: $5.33

New York State Thruway (93.5 mi) $4.68
New Jersey Turnpike (4.7 mi) $0.65

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

$25

Tolls

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 44.9 0 $15.72 $7.19
Efficient EV 37.4 0 $13.10 $5.99
EV Truck/SUV 59.9 0 $20.96 $9.58

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026

Origin

Ravena, NY

Afternoon in Ravena on Tuesday

Local time

1:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Afternoon in Staten Island on Tuesday

Local time

1:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

63°F

Ramapo, NY

75 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.

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

3h 11m 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.

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...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 134.2
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...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 134.2
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 ~7 min detour Free near mile 134.2
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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 134.2
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...

3 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 134.2
View on nps.gov
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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 129
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This drive offers a mixed experience, with about 30% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion, a continuous stretch of 93.5 miles, on the New York State Thruway, which provides a fast-paced highway experience. As you transition to NJ 17 and US 9W, the character of the drive may shift, offering a different feel from the primary thruway. Expect a blend of efficient highway travel and potentially more varied road conditions as you near your destination.

30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.5 mi on New York State Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 99.2 miles in near NY 17.

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 28 significant decision points across 149.7 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 99.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.5 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 Ravena, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike.

Jersey City

130.4 mi in | ~2h 37m | via US 1; US 9

Pulaski Skyway

130.4 mi in | ~2h 37m | via US 1; US 9

Hoboken

130.5 mi in | ~2h 37m

Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike

132 mi in | ~2h 40m | via I 78; NJTP

About the Cities

Starting in Ravena, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1914

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 3h 11m. Total distance: 149.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 93.5 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $5.33 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. 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 99.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 100.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.5 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, Castle Clinton 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.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Staten Island, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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