Staten Island, NY to Newfane, NY is 382.9 miles and takes about 8h 25m via I 81 and NYS Thruway, with a fuel budget near $64 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within New York, taking you from the Northeast region towards the border of Canada. With a recommended two days for the drive, you’ll experience a mix of highway cruising and surface road travel. It’s a straightforward path across the state, suitable for those looking for a direct route with some flexibility.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
191.5 miles from Staten Island, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
97.3 mi
1h 55m
New York State Thruway
30.3 mi
34m
Christopher Columbus Highway
29 mi
34m
I 380
27.7 mi
30m
Keystone Shortway
17.3 mi
24m
Eastern Expressway
15.3 mi
19m
NJ 10
12.8 mi
18m
State Route 31
11.2 mi
12m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 97.3 mi, about 1h 55m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 46 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,531 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,387
Quietest
midnight
~447 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
3.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 94 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Staten Island, NY and Newfane, NY.
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Start on Croft Court
147 ft·13 sec·Croft Court
2
Turn left onto Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·38 sec·Corona Avenue
3
Continue on Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·Cotter Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
5
Turn right onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
6
At end of road, turn right onto Richmond Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
7
Continue on Richmond Road
447 ft·14 sec·Richmond Road
8
Continue on Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Rockland Avenue
9
Turn right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·Brielle Avenue
10
Turn left onto Bradley Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Bradley Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto North Gannon Avenue
364 ft·8 sec·North Gannon Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward I 278 West: Staten Island Expressway, Goethals Bridge, Elizabeth
13
Merge onto I 278
2.1 mi·3 min·Staten Island Expressway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Staten Island Expressway
1.1 mi·1 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi·2 min·Goethals Bridge
16
Take the exit
150 ft·4 sec
Exit 3B; 3CToward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, ElizabethUse the slight right lane.
Toward I 287 North: MahwahUse the slight right lane.
30
Merge onto I 287
0.9 mi·1 min·I 287
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 39Toward NJ 10: Dover, WhippanyUse the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 10 West: DoverUse the slight left lane.
33
Continue on NJ 10
13 mi·18 min·NJ 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
34
Continue on US 46
1.2 mi·1 min·US 46
35
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 80 West
36
Merge onto I 80
29 mi·34 min·Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi·8 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
12 mi·15 min·Keystone Shortway
39
Take the exit
0.7 mi·46 sec
Exit 293Toward I 380 North: Scranton
40
Continue on I 380
28 mi·30 min·I 380
Use the straight lane.
41
Merge onto I 81
58 mi·1 hr 9 min·I 81
Use the straight lane.
42
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
1.8 mi·2 min·I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
43
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
37 mi·43 min·I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
44
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 52Toward NY 13: Cortland
45
Turn right onto NY 13
39 ft·5 sec·Clinton Avenue
46
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Locust Avenue
47
Continue on Albany Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Albany Street
48
At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 41
0.4 mi·1 min·South Main Street
49
Turn left onto NY 41
10 mi·15 min·Clinton Street
50
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi·49 sec·East Lake Road
51
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi·7 min·State Route 41
52
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi·13 min·East Lake Road
53
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi·48 sec·East Lake Street
54
Turn left onto US 20
7.3 mi·13 min·East Genesee Street
55
Turn right onto US 20
0.2 mi·12 sec·North Fulton Street
56
Turn left onto US 20; NY 5
0.4 mi·1 min·Arterial West
57
Continue on US 20; NY 5; NY 38
9.8 mi·11 min·Chase Street
Use the left lane.
58
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi·2 min·Auburn Road
59
Turn right onto NY 318
4.1 mi·7 min·NY 318
60
Continue on NY 318
319 ft·10 sec·NY 318
Use the right lane.
61
Turn right onto NY 414
0.3 mi·28 sec·State Route 414
Use the right lane.
62
Continue on NY 414
217 ft·11 sec·Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
63
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
Use the left lane.
64
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 West: BuffaloUse the straight / right lanes.
65
Merge onto I 90
30 mi·34 min·New York State Thruway
66
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Exit 45Toward I 490: RochesterUse the slight right lane.
67
Continue on I 490
15 mi·19 min·Eastern Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
68
Keep slight left at fork onto I 490
4.8 mi·6 min·Western Expressway
Use the straight lane.
69
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 8Toward NY 531 West: Spencerport, BrockportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
70
Continue on NY 531
7.5 mi·8 min·NY 531
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
71
Continue on NY 31
4.8 mi·5 min·Brockport-Spencerport Road
72
Continue on NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.2 mi·1 min·Fourth Section Road
73
Turn right onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.5 mi·1 min·Redman Road
74
Turn left onto NY 31
1.0 mi·1 min·West Avenue
75
Continue on NY 31
1.6 mi·2 min·Brockport-Holley Road
76
Continue on NY 31
0.5 mi·1 min·State Street
77
Continue on NY 31
382 ft·5 sec·Mechanic Street
78
Continue on NY 31
408 ft·6 sec·Public Square
79
Continue on NY 31
0.1 mi·6 sec·Wright Street
80
Continue on NY 31
0.5 mi·36 sec·West Albion Street
81
Continue on NY 31
2.3 mi·2 min·Holley Road
82
Turn straight onto NY 31
0.3 mi·18 sec·State Route 31
83
Continue on NY 31
1.1 mi·1 min·Fancher Road
84
Turn straight onto NY 31
3.8 mi·4 min·State Route 31
85
Continue on NY 31
2.2 mi·2 min·East Avenue
86
Continue on NY 31
7.1 mi·8 min·State Route 31
87
Turn straight onto NY 31
1.5 mi·1 min·Million Dollar Highway
88
Continue on NY 31
1.8 mi·2 min·East Center Street
89
Turn left onto CR 65
1.1 mi·2 min·Salt Works Road
90
Turn right onto NY 31
2.4 mi·3 min·Maple Ridge Road
91
Continue on NY 31
1.2 mi·2 min·Telegraph Road
92
Continue on NY 31
5.7 mi·8 min·Rochester Road
93
Turn right onto Orangeport Road
3.2 mi·4 min·Orangeport Road
94
At end of road, turn left onto NY 104
2.8 mi·4 min·Ridge Road
95
Turn right onto Hess Road
2.2 mi·3 min·Hess Road
96
Turn left onto Charlotteville Road
2.4 mi·3 min·Charlotteville Road
97
Continue on East Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·East Avenue
98
Turn right onto NY 78
0.2 mi·35 sec·Main Street
99
Turn right onto Ketchum Avenue
65 ft·2 sec·Ketchum Avenue
100
Arrive at destination
Ketchum Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 8 hour 25 minute estimated drive time, splitting this trip over two days is recommended. Aim to depart Staten Island in the morning to make good progress on the initial highway miles. With two planned stops, you can break up the 382.9 miles into manageable segments. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $64, and it's wise to refuel before hitting the longest stretch on I 81. The transition from highway to surface roads will require more attention as you get closer to Newfane.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 191.5 miles from Staten Island, NY, or about 4h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.3 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 84 miles or 2h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 191.5 miles or 4h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 191.5 miles or 4h 8m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newfane, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Staten Island, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Staten Island, NY
Aim for roughly 191 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Newfane, NY
Aim for roughly 191 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Staten Island, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 97.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 60
5 decision points cluster between mile 9 and 321.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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9 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth
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 3B; 3C
Toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth
8
9 mi into trip|~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 439 West: Elizabeth, Bayway Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
114.9
1
$40.20
$18.38
Efficient EV
95.7
1
$33.50
$15.32
EV Truck/SUV
153.2
1
$53.61
$24.51
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Oct 17, 2026
Origin
Staten Island, NY
Late night
in Staten Island on Saturday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
NW 10 to 18 mph68% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 8:48PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 2:18PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Destination
Newfane, NY
Late night
in Newfane on Saturday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Chance Rain Showers
N 16 mph30% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 8:48PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 2:18PM EDT until October 18 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
35°F
Barton, NY
191 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
15 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
8h 25m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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.
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
3 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 250.9
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 264.1
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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 13.2
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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 13.2
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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 13.2
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 13.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is split between highways and surface roads, with 54% of the route on major highways like I 81 and the New York State Thruway. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 97.3 miles on I 81, offering a chance for steady progress. The remaining miles will be on surface roads, likely with more frequent intersections and varied speed limits as you approach your destination. Expect a significant portion of your travel time to be on the New York State Thruway.
Only 54% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
100 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 97.3 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 60 significant decision points across 382.9 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 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,920 ft72 ft
Total Climb
2,653 ft
Total Descent
2,382 ft
Highest Point
1,920 ft
~109.4 mi in
Elevation Range
1,847 ft
Notable High Points
1,920 ft at ~109.4 miles+602 ft prominence
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 Newfane, NY, road signs point toward Morristown, Whippany, Albany and Brockport.
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
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.3 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 191 miles on day one.
Expect about $17.52 in tolls one way, starting with Goethals 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.
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 Newfane, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park and Statue Of Liberty National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.4 hours each way, a round trip means 16.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Newfane, NY before the return drive.
