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Trip from Tribes Hill, NY to Staten Island, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 10m

Distance

200.1 mi

322 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 58m ★
6 AM
4h 11m
8 AM
4h 37m
10 AM
4h 20m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 21m
5 PM
4h 36m
8 PM
4h 3m

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

Downtown Tribes Hill, NY, NY

Tribes Hill, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

This 200.1-mile journey from Tribes Hill, NY, to Staten Island, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes to complete. You'll be navigating a mix of major arteries, including the New York State Thruway and NJ 17, before merging onto the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, this route offers a straightforward travel experience within the Northeast region. Given its manageable duration, it's well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

100 miles from Tribes Hill, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 142.8 mi 2h 44m
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
State Highway 5S 3.9 mi 5m
Tonnelle Avenue 2.6 mi 3m
Main Street 1.5 mi 3m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 142.8 mi, about 2h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

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Start on CR 26

0.4 mi · 58 sec · Mohawk Drive
2

Turn left onto CR 27

0.6 mi · 1 min · Main Street
3

Continue on CR 27

0.9 mi · 2 min · Main Street
4

Turn straight onto NY 5S

3.9 mi · 5 min · State Highway 5S
5

Turn right

494 ft · 20 sec
Use the right lane.
6

Turn straight onto NY 30

275 ft · 11 sec · NY 30
7

Turn left

398 ft · 11 sec
8

Continue on this road

525 ft · 14 sec · this road
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 East
10

Merge onto I 90

25 mi · 28 min · New York State Thruway
11

Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway

118 mi · 2 hr 16 min · New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
14

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

23 mi · 29 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
16

Merge onto NJ 3

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
19

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the left lane.
20

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
21

Continue on NJ 139

0.3 mi · 27 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
22

Take the exit

236 ft · 9 sec
Use the left lane.
23

Turn left onto Jersey Avenue

463 ft · 23 sec · Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
24

Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139

408 ft · 5 sec · 14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
25

Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP

4.7 mi · 5 min · New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 14A Toward NJ 440: Bayonne Use the right lane.
27

Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard

0.3 mi · 17 sec · Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
28

Take the exit

357 ft · 8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few Way Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 440 South Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
30

Merge onto NJ 440

4.5 mi · 6 min · NJ 440
31

Continue on NY 440

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
32

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 55 sec
Exit 10E Toward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
33

Merge onto I 278

0.8 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
34

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
35

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
36

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
37

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
38

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
39

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
40

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
41

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
42

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
43

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
44

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
45

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

Consider an early morning departure from Tribes Hill to maximize your daylight and potentially bypass some traffic as you approach the New York metropolitan area. With a total duration of around 4 hours and 10 minutes, this drive is easily manageable in one day, allowing for flexibility with your single recommended stop. Be mindful of the fuel cost, estimated at $33, and plan to refuel before hitting the more congested areas. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage when transitioning from the New York State Thruway to NJ 17, as this is where the character of the drive begins to change.

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 100 miles from Tribes Hill, NY, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.8 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 44 miles or 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 100 miles or 2h in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 15m

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 Tribes Hill, 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 Tribes Hill, NY

This is one driving day of about 200.1 miles and 4h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Tribes Hill, 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 New York State Thruway for about 142.8 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

100 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

Albany, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Poughkeepsie, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 100 miles from Tribes Hill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 142.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rutherford, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 171.5

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 171.5

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 171.5

Rutherford, New Jersey

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

Cafe Latte

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 200.1

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+17189870192

Rab's Country Lanes

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 200.1

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17189791600

Visit website

Cafe Luna

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $30 to $50 mile 200.1

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17183513235

Visit website

Nino's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 200.1

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+17184483838

Visit website

Le Coucou

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $100 or ab mile 185.8

New York, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+12122714252

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 71.5

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Coppola Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 185.8

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19294309955

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 171.5

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 171.5

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Amano Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 185.8

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15858883232

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 185.8

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 14.3

Pattersonville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 128.6

Mountainville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 28.6

Guilderland, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 28.6

Altamont, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 28.6

Schenectady, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15183551287

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 185.8

Kearny, New Jersey

+19083121242

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 28.6

Altamont, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Historic Richmond Town

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 200.1

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 11 am–4 pm

+17183511611

Visit website

Catch Air Hasbrouck

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 171.5

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12017132156

Visit website

GC Renovation

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 200.1

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16464208481

Flag Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 185.8

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Great Kills Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 200.1

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Liberty Science Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 185.8

Jersey City, New Jersey

+12012001000

Visit website

Latourette Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 200.1

Staten Island, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Boulevard

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 200.1

Staten Island, New York

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18338004343

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 30

5 decision points cluster between mile 31.5 and 182.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
31.5 mi into trip | ~41m in | New York State Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
149.6 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in | NY 17

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
151 mi into trip | ~2h 59m in | NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
180.9 mi into trip | ~3h 37m in

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

Use the left lane. Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
7
182.3 mi into trip | ~3h 39m 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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.94 one way

$65.88 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 70 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $35.62 $71.23
premium $4.92 $38.78 $77.57
diesel $5.61 $44.18 $88.36

Estimated Tolls: $7.79

New York State Thruway (142.8 mi) $7.14
New Jersey Turnpike (4.7 mi) $0.65

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

$33

Tolls

$8

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$66–$91

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 70 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60 0 $21.01 $9.60
Efficient EV 50 0 $17.51 $8.00
EV Truck/SUV 80 1 $28.01 $12.81

Gas CO2

70 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Tribes Hill, NY

Morning in Tribes Hill on Sunday

Local time

11:53 AM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Morning in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

11:53 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Ramapo, NY

100 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

5 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

4h 10m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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.

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

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 186.3
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

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 179.4
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 179.4
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

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...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 186.3
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 186.3
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

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...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 186.3
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 200.1-mile trip, despite having 22% on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 142.8 miles on the New York State Thruway, offering a period of consistent travel. Following this, the route shifts, involving more turns and potentially slower speeds as you transition onto NJ 17 and then the New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension. This changing road personality means you'll need to stay engaged as the driving experience evolves.

Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
45 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142.8 mi on New York State Thruway.

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 31.5 miles in near New York State Thruway.

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 30 significant decision points across 200.1 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 31.5 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 151 miles (NJ 17): 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.

Between Tribes Hill, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Boston, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike.

Boston

31.5 mi in | ~41m | via New York State Thruway

Jersey City

180.8 mi in | ~3h 36m | via US 1; US 9

Pulaski Skyway

180.8 mi in | ~3h 36m | via US 1; US 9

Hoboken

180.9 mi in | ~3h 37m

Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike

182.4 mi in | ~3h 39m | via I 78; NJTP

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 4h 10m. Total distance: 200.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 142.8 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $7.79 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. 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 Staten Island, 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 31.5 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 149.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 151 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Statue Of Liberty National Monument, Stonewall National Monument and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Staten Island, 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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