Origin
Stephentown, NY
Morning in Stephentown on Sunday
Local time
7:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Stephentown, NY to Jamaica, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 28m
Distance
146.3 mi
235 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 16m
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6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 53m
10 AM
3h 37m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 38m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stephentown, NY
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Jamaica, NY
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Trip Overview
Stephentown, NY to Jamaica, NY is 146.3 miles and takes about 3h 28m via NY 22, I 684, and Hutchinson River Parkway, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region down towards the southeastern part of the state. Given that the majority of this route is on highways, it's a straightforward drive designed for efficiency. Plan for a single day of travel, as the estimated duration is well within typical driving limits.
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
73.1 miles from Stephentown, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 22 | 80.7 mi | 1h 58m |
| I 684 | 27.4 mi | 32m |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 15.9 mi | 23m |
| State Route 22 | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Whitestone Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| East Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
NY 22
— 80.7 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stephentown, NY and Jamaica, NY.
1
Start on NY 43
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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State Highway 43
2
Turn slight right onto NY 22
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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NY 22
3
Continue on NY 22
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
East Street
4
Continue on NY 22
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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NY 22
5
Turn straight onto NY 22
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 22
6
Turn left onto NY 22
17 mi
·
22 min
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NY 22
7
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 22
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 22
8
Turn slight left onto NY 22
60 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
·
NY 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on I 684
27 mi
·
32 min
·
I 684
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
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Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
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.
13
Continue on I 678
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Hutchinson River Expressway
14
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
15
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
Use the slight left lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 6
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
19
Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn left onto Liberty Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Liberty Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn right onto Inwood Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Inwood Street
22
Turn right onto Tuskegee Airmen Way
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tuskegee Airmen Way
23
Arrive at destination
Tuskegee Airmen Way
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 146.3-mile drive, consider leaving Stephentown in the morning to avoid heavier traffic, especially as you get closer to Jamaica. With a total travel time of around 3 hours and 28 minutes and a fuel cost estimated at $24, this is easily a one-day trip. You'll want to factor in a brief stop for fuel or a quick break, perhaps after the 80.7-mile stretch on NY 22, to ensure you're comfortable for the remainder of the journey. Keep an eye on your GPS as you transition between NY 22, I 684, and the Hutchinson River Parkway to stay on the most efficient path.
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 73.1 miles from Stephentown, NY, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.7 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 32 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.1 miles or 1h 46m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jamaica, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stephentown, 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 Stephentown, NY
This is one driving day of about 146.3 miles and 3h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Stephentown, 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 22 for about 80.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.1 miles from Stephentown, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 22 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.7 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 118.1 and 144.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
118.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m 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
127.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m 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
140.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
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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
144.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
Take the exit toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 6
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlanti...
9
144.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.78 one way
$47.55 round trip
$4.13/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $25.73 | $51.47 |
| premium | $4.87 | $28.03 | $56.05 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $31.12 | $62.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
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
$24
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
| Efficient EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.48 | $9.36 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Jamaica, NY
Morning in Jamaica on Sunday
Local time
7:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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 28m 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 drive is almost entirely highway, with 96% of the 146.3 miles on expressways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 80.7 miles on NY 22 before transitioning to the faster pace of I 684 and the Hutchinson River Parkway. Be prepared for frequent exits and potential merging traffic as you approach the New York City metropolitan area.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80.7 mi on NY 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 22 and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 118.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 146.3 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 118.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.3 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.3 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.
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 Stephentown, NY to Jamaica, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
New York City
118.1 mi in
|
~2h 44m
About the Cities
Starting in Stephentown, NY
Full guide →Arriving in Jamaica, NY
Full guide →Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.
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 28m. Total distance: 146.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80.7 miles on NY 22. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.55 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.
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 Jamaica, 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 118.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.3 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 140.3 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Jamaica, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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