Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
53.3 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sloatsburg, NY
Ian Ramírez
Sloatsburg, NY to Staten Island, NY is 53.3 miles and takes about 1h 18m via NJ 17 and the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, traveling from one point in New York to another, but primarily through New Jersey. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey. With a short duration and a straightforward path, this route is ideal for a quick trip, whether you're moving between these locations or looking for a direct connection.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 17 | 22.7 mi | 29m |
| 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 |
| Orange Turnpike | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| NY 17 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Sloatsburg, NY and Staten Island, NY.
Start on Trooper Robert V. Conklin Drive
Turn left onto NY 17
Take the ramp onto NY 17
Merge onto I 87; NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 3
Continue on US 1; US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 139
Continue on NJ 139
Take the exit
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJ 440
Continue on NY 440
Take the exit
Merge onto I 278
Take the exit
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
Continue on Richmond Road
Turn left onto Kensico Street
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
Continue on Corona Avenue
Turn right onto Croft Court
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Sloatsburg, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 35.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Lane positioning matters here
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
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.55 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.49 | $18.97 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.33 | $20.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.80
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Sloatsburg on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Destination
Morning in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 78% of the mileage on major roads. You'll spend a good portion of your time on NJ 17, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 22.7 miles. As you progress, the drive transitions to the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension and then NJ 440, maintaining a consistent highway feel. The character of the drive is geared towards efficient travel rather than scenic exploration, emphasizing speed and directness.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near NY 17.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.3 miles you will encounter 26 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 2.8 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sloatsburg, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken, Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike and Brooklyn.
Jersey City
Pulaski Skyway
Hoboken
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
Brooklyn
Top landmarks
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 53.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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