Trip from Staten Island, NY to Ghent, 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 21m

Distance

151.2 mi

243 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 9m ★

6 AM

3h 21m

8 AM

3h 46m

10 AM

3h 30m

12 PM

3h 27m

3 PM

3h 31m

5 PM

3h 44m

8 PM

3h 14m

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

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 151.2-mile drive from Staten Island, NY, to Ghent, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. Primarily following NY 17 and NJ 17 before transitioning to State Route 66, it's largely a highway-focused journey. With an estimated fuel cost of around $25, this route offers an efficient way to travel between two points within the Northeast region. The drive is structured with one recommended stop, making it manageable for a day trip without feeling rushed. If you're looking for a direct and uncomplicated trip up the East Coast, this route fits the bill.

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

75.6 miles from Staten Island, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
NY 17	83.7 mi	1h 36m
NJ 17	22.9 mi	28m
State Route 66	6.9 mi	10m
Bayonne Bridge	4.6 mi	7m
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension	4.3 mi	5m
NJ 3	4.3 mi	5m
Union Turnpike	3.1 mi	5m
NY 9G	2.9 mi	5m

Longest stretch: NY 17 — 83.7 mi, about 1h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Croft Court

147 ft · 13 sec · Croft Court

Turn left onto Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Corona Avenue

Continue on Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · Cotter Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue

Turn right onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street

At end of road, turn right onto Richmond Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road

Continue on Richmond Road

447 ft · 14 sec · Richmond Road

Continue on Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue

Turn right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue

Turn left onto Bradley Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto North Gannon Avenue

364 ft · 8 sec · North Gannon Avenue

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Toward I 278 West: Staten Island Expressway, Goethals Bridge, Elizabeth

Merge onto I 278

0.8 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 9 Toward NY 440 North: Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway, Bayonne Bridge Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto NY 440

1.3 mi · 1 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway

Continue on NY 440

4.6 mi · 7 min · Bayonne Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Toward I 78 Toll, NJTP: Newark, Holland Tunnel

Merge onto Port Jersey Boulevard

0.4 mi · 27 sec · Port Jersey Boulevard

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward I 78 East, NJTP East: Holland Tunnel Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 78; NJTP

2.0 mi · 2 min · New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension

Continue on I 78; NJTP

2.3 mi · 2 min · New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension

Exit 14C Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto Jersey Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Jersey Avenue

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139

408 ft · 5 sec · 14th Street Viaduct

Use the left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139

0.3 mi · 24 sec · 14th Street Viaduct

Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City

Continue on NJ 139

0.8 mi · 1 min · NJ 139 Lower Level

Continue on NJ 139

406 ft · 7 sec · Pulaski Skyway

Take the exit

420 ft · 14 sec

Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto US 1; US 9

2.6 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn straight onto NJ 3

4.3 mi · 5 min · NJ 3

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 3 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

4.1 mi · 5 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

84 mi · 1 hr 36 min · NY 17

Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 21 Toward NY 23: Catskill, Cairo Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

519 ft · 14 sec · this road

Keep slight left at fork

156 ft · 11 sec

Toward Catskill, Hudson, Tannersville, Hunter, Windham

Turn left onto CR 23B

0.5 mi · 1 min · CR 23B

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Toward NY 23 East: Hudson Use the left lane.

Continue on NY 23

1.7 mi · 2 min · State Highway 23

Use the left lane.

Continue on NY 23

1.3 mi · 2 min · Rip Van Winkle Bridge

Enter roundabout onto NY 9G; NY 23

192 ft · 10 sec · Rhinebeck-Hudson Road

Toward Hudson, Taconic Parkway

Continue on NY 9G; NY 23

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Rhinebeck-Hudson Road

Toward Hudson, Taconic Parkway Use the left lane.

Take the exit onto NY 9G; NY 23B

2.9 mi · 5 min · NY 9G; NY 23B

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto NY 9G; NY 23B

1.1 mi · 2 min · Columbia Street

Continue on Union Turnpike

3.1 mi · 5 min · Union Turnpike

Continue on NY 66

6.9 mi · 10 min · State Route 66

Turn left onto Garage Place Road

57 ft · 2 sec · Garage Place Road

Arrive at destination

Garage Place Road

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour 21-minute duration, departing Staten Island in the morning is a good strategy to arrive in Ghent with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop and a manageable 151.2 miles, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 83.7-mile stretch on NY 17, to avoid unnecessary delays. The route's highway focus means you'll likely encounter consistent traffic patterns, so factor that into your departure time. This trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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 75.6 miles from Staten Island, NY, or about 1h 42m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.7 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 33 miles or 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 75.6 miles or 1h 42m 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 38m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Staten Island, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Staten Island, NY

This is one driving day of about 151.2 miles and 3h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Staten Island, 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 NY 17 for about 83.7 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

76 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

Yonkers, 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 75.6 miles from Staten Island, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.7 miles.

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

Cafe Mutton

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hudson, New York

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 14min to go 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 5–9 pm

+15186716230

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Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

1.3 mi

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

1.2 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Saddle River, New Jersey

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 57min in 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Expensive

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

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Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

1.9 mi

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

South Hackensack, New Jersey

2.8 mi

Cafe Mutton

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hudson, New York

Hours: 5–9 pm

+15186716230

Visit website

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

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Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 12–1:30 pm

+12019340030

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Bite Food & Coffee Co

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12015602269

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The Mindful Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12016493600

Visit website

Seconds Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Athens, New York

Hours: Closed

+18389450702

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Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

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Cafe Tropical Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12018800669

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Expensive

Saddle River, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

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Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

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

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

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Aleef Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12125642723

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12014259120

Amano Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15858883232

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Le Cafe Coffee

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12123651060

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

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EVgo Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18774943833

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EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Union City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12018664664

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

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Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Hoboken, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Sloatsburg Service Area

0 mi from route

Plattkill Service Area

0 mi from route

Malden Service Area

0.1 mi from route

Modena Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Ulster Travel Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Modena Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.1 mi from route

BUS STOP

0.3 mi from route

Rest Area

0.4 mi from route

Alexander Hamilton Service Area

0.9 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.8 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

2 mi from route

Vince Lombardi Service Area

2.5 mi from route

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17183511611

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GC Renovation

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16464208481

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm

+12017334359

Visit website

Great Kills Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Catch Air Paramus

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12016202125

Visit website

Latourette Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Staten Island, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Boulevard

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18338004343

Visit website

Tysens Park Shopping Center

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 35

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 132.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5.2 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward NY 440 North: Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway, Bayonne Bridge

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 9 Toward NY 440 North: Doctor Martin Luther King...

12.3 mi into trip | ~24m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 78 East, NJTP East: Holland Tunnel

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 78 East, NJTP East: Holland Tunnel

17.1 mi into trip | ~31m 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.

25.4 mi into trip | ~42m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford

132.4 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in

Take the exit toward NY 23: Catskill, Cairo

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 21 Toward NY 23: Catskill, Cairo

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.89 one way

$49.78 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$26.91	$53.82
premium	$4.92	$29.31	$58.61
diesel	$5.61	$33.38	$66.77

Estimated Tolls: $16.83

Bayonne Bridge $16.00

New Jersey Turnpike (4.3 mi) $0.61

Union Turnpike (3.1 mi) $0.22

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

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45.4	$15.88	$7.26
Efficient EV	37.8	$13.23	$6.05
EV Truck/SUV	60.5	$21.17	$9.68

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (66% 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 18, 2026

Origin

Staten Island, NY

Morning in Staten Island on Tuesday

Local time

7:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ghent, NY

Morning in Ghent on Tuesday

Local time

7:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Mostly Sunny

SE 12 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 1:15PM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

63°F

Ramapo, NY

76 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

24 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 21m on the road

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

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 15.6

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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...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 15.6

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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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 15.6

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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 15.6

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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 ~7 min detour Free near mile 15.6

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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 15.6

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect an 86% highway share on this route, indicating a predominantly fast-paced driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 83.7 miles on NY 17, allowing for significant progress between necessary breaks. While primarily highway, the shift to State Route 66 in the latter part of the journey may offer a slight change in scenery and pace as you approach Ghent. This drive is less about winding country roads and more about covering distance efficiently, making it ideal for those who prefer consistent speeds and straightforward navigation.

86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

54 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 83.7 mi on NY 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 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 35 significant decision points across 151.2 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 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.1 miles (I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct): 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.

Between Staten Island, NY and Ghent, NY, road signs point toward Njtp: Newark, Jersey City, New York State Thruway North: Albany, Cairo, Catskill and Hudson - among others.

Njtp: Newark

11.6 mi in | ~23m

Jersey City

17.2 mi in | ~31m | via NJ 139

New York State Thruway North: Albany

48.8 mi in | ~1h 11m | via NY 17

Cairo

132.4 mi in | ~2h 48m

Catskill

133 mi in | ~2h 49m

Hudson

133 mi in | ~2h 49m

Tannersville

133 mi in | ~2h 49m

Hunter

133 mi in | ~2h 49m

Windham

133 mi in | ~2h 49m

About the Cities

Starting in Staten Island, NY

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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

Arriving in Ghent, NY

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Founded 1818

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 21m. Total distance: 151.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 83.7 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.83 in tolls one way, starting with Bayonne 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 13 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 Ghent, 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Castle Clinton National Monument, Federal Hall National Memorial and Statue Of Liberty National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Ghent, 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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