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Trip from Somers, 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

1h 49m

Distance

72.1 mi

116 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m

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

town located in northern Westchester County, New York, United States

Somers, NY

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Trip Overview

Somers, NY to Staten Island, NY is 72.1 miles and takes about 1h 49m via I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, beginning in the Northeast region and ending in the Northeast. It's a pretty straightforward drive, mostly on highways, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a direct route. Given the relatively short duration and highway focus, it's ideal for a single-day trip.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

36.1 miles from Somers, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 684 18.7 mi 21m
Hutchinson River Parkway 15.9 mi 23m
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway 7.8 mi 12m
Gowanus Expressway 4.7 mi 6m
Long Island Expressway 3.4 mi 5m
Staten Island Expressway 2.9 mi 4m
Whitestone Expressway 2.3 mi 3m
Manor Road 2.1 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 684 — 18.7 mi, about 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 202

130 ft · 5 sec · US 202
2

Continue on NY 100

0.9 mi · 1 min · Somerstown Turnpike
Use the straight / left lanes.
3

Turn left onto NY 138

1.2 mi · 2 min · Goldens Bridge Road
4

Continue on NY 138

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Green Street
5

Continue on NY 138

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Waccabuc Road
6

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward New York City, White Plains
7

Merge onto I 684

19 mi · 21 min · I 684
8

Keep slight left at fork

1.5 mi · 2 min
Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City Use the straight lane.
9

Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway

7.7 mi · 10 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway

8.2 mi · 12 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on I 678

1.2 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
12

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
13

Continue on I 678

2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678

1.4 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport Use the slight left lane.
15

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 48 sec
Exit 12B Toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto I 495

3.4 mi · 5 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 17W Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 10 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20

Merge onto I 278

2.0 mi · 3 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
21

Keep slight right at fork onto I 278

5.6 mi · 9 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278 West: Staten Island Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22

Continue on I 278

1.9 mi · 2 min · Gowanus Expressway
23

Keep slight right at fork onto I 278

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278: Staten Island
24

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Gowanus Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight right at fork onto I 278

0.6 mi · 49 sec · Gowanus Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Continue on I 278

1.4 mi · 2 min · Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
27

Continue on I 278

2.9 mi · 4 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 12 Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Continue on Reon Avenue

397 ft · 9 sec · Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
30

Continue on Reon Avenue

358 ft · 8 sec · Reon Avenue
31

Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue

0.1 mi · 21 sec · North Gannon Avenue
32

Turn left onto Manor Road

0.8 mi · 2 min · Manor Road
33

Continue on Manor Road

1.3 mi · 3 min · Manor Road
34

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · Rockland Avenue
35

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
36

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
37

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
38

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
39

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
40

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
41

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 1h 49m drive, consider departing mid-morning to avoid the worst of rush hour traffic in the NYC metro area. Since the drive is under two hours and primarily highway, you likely won't need many stops. However, if you do need to refuel or stretch your legs, plan for it before you get deep into the city. The $12 fuel estimate suggests you'll use minimal gas, so don't worry too much about finding the cheapest stations along the way. Take advantage of the short duration by being flexible with your departure time.

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 36.1 miles from Somers, NY, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.7 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 16 miles or 20m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.1 miles or 47m 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 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 Somers, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Somers, NY

This is one driving day of about 72.1 miles and 1h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Somers, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 684 for about 18.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Mount Vernon, NY

36 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

White Plains, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mount Vernon, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Somers, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Greenhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 16min to go 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+17188338200

Visit website

Dekalb Market Hall

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

0.9 mi

Tofubox

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

1 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Healing Bean Cafe | Arts and Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 16min to go 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13474974202

Visit website

Fairytale Island

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Brooklyn, New York

0.8 mi

Next Move Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

1.9 mi

Greenhouse Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+17188338200

Visit website

Dekalb Market Hall

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19293596555

Visit website

Tofubox

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+17183884232

Visit website

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $50 to $10

Armonk, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142736900

Visit website

Little Armenia Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 5:30–10 pm

+13477011372

Visit website

18th Ave Cafe G

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $40

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–10:45 pm

+16463408230

Casanova Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+19292502076

Visit website

Nino's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17184483838

Visit website

Healing Bean Cafe | Arts and Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13474974202

Visit website

Fairytale Island

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: Closed

+17183950835

Visit website

Next Move Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+17186769679

Visit website

Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19178326726

Visit website

51st Bakery & Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+17187070554

Visit website

Roots Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19293015535

Visit website

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17184994404

Visit website

Artpresso Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Long Island City, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+19178327021

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

+18336322778

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.5 mi from route

Service Plaza

1 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.1 mi from route

GPS Roofing

1.7 mi from route

Water Lab

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+17182229939

Visit website

Carroll Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17183511611

Visit website

McCarren Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Brooklyn Bridge Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

Visit website

Brooklyn Bridge Park - Pier 1

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Governors Island National Monument

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+16467719728

Visit website

Jane's Carousel

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Brooklyn, NY

Hours: 11 am–5:50 pm

+17182222502

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 21.6 and 67.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
21.6 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City

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

Use the straight lane. Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
7
30.8 mi into trip | ~40m in | Hutchinson River Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Whitestone Bridge
7
43.8 mi into trip | ~1h in | I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
8
45.2 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 12B Toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midt...
8
67.4 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in

Take the exit toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 12 Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.87 one way

$23.74 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 25 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $12.83 $25.67
premium $4.92 $13.97 $27.95
diesel $5.61 $15.92 $31.84

Estimated Tolls: $6.61

Whitestone Bridge $6.55
Somerstown Turnpike (0.9 mi) $0.06

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

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 21.6 0 $7.57 $3.46
Efficient EV 18 0 $6.31 $2.88
EV Truck/SUV 28.8 0 $10.09 $4.61

Gas CO2

25 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Somers, NY

Late night in Somers on Tuesday

Local time

5:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Late night in Staten Island on Tuesday

Local time

5:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

43°F

Mount Vernon, NY

36 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

12 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

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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly highway, with 82% of the drive on major roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 18.7 miles on I 684. Expect the highway portion to conclude around the time you transition to the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. Keep an eye out for merging traffic as you approach more urban areas.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.7 mi on I 684.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.1 miles you will encounter 25 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 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.8 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Somers, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

New York City

21.6 mi in | ~27m

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 1h 49m. Total distance: 72.1 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 (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 18.7 miles on I 684. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.61 in tolls one way, starting with Whitestone 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.

Yes — we found about 5 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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.

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 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 43.8 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Staten Island, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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