Origin
Van Etten, NY
Afternoon in Van Etten on Sunday
Local time
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Van Etten, NY to Staten Island, 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
4h 55m
Distance
222.1 mi
357 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
39 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 42m
★
6 AM
4h 55m
8 AM
5h 22m
10 AM
5h 5m
12 PM
5h 2m
3 PM
5h 6m
5 PM
5h 21m
8 PM
4h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Van Etten, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Staten Island, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Van Etten, NY to Staten Island, NY is 222.1 miles and takes about 4h 55m via I 81 and I 380, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing New York. The majority of this route is highway driving, making it a relatively straightforward trip. With a recommended one-day duration, it's an efficient way to cover the distance between these two points.
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
111.1 miles from Van Etten, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| Keystone Shortway | 46.1 mi | 59m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 23.5 mi | 28m |
| NJ 24 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Route 10 East | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| State Highway 96 | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 53.4 mi, about 1h 3m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 23 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,553 veh/hr typical · worst 2,185
Quietest
midnight
~450 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
3.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 46 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 Van Etten, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Waverly Street
79 ft
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3 sec
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Waverly Street
2
Turn slight left onto NY 34
0.2 mi
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19 sec
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Gee Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto NY 34
1.6 mi
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2 min
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State Highway 34
4
Continue on NY 34
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Spencer-Van Etten Road
5
Continue on NY 34
1.0 mi
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2 min
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West Tioga Street
6
Continue on NY 96
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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Candor Road
7
Continue on NY 96
1.0 mi
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1 min
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State Highway 96
8
Continue on NY 96
2.4 mi
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3 min
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Candor Road
9
Continue on NY 96
4.0 mi
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5 min
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Spencer Road
10
Continue on NY 96
0.1 mi
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15 sec
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Spencer Avenue
11
Turn right onto NY 96
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
12
At end of road, turn right onto NY 96
0.4 mi
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54 sec
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Owego Street
13
Continue on NY 96
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Owego Road
14
Continue on NY 96
5.4 mi
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7 min
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State Highway 96
15
At end of road, turn right onto NY 96
1.7 mi
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3 min
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NY 96
16
At end of road, turn right onto NY 96
335 ft
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15 sec
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Main Street
17
Turn left onto NY 17C; NY 96
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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Park Street
18
Turn slight left onto Susquehanna River Bridge Road
89 ft
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3 sec
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Susquehanna River Bridge Road
19
Continue on NY 96
0.3 mi
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45 sec
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Susquehanna River Bridge Road
20
Turn left onto NY 434
2.0 mi
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3 min
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Southside Drive
21
Take the ramp
372 ft
·
9 sec
22
Merge onto I 86
24 mi
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28 min
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Southern Tier Expressway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
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1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
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4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
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25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
27
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
28
Merge onto I 80
46 mi
·
59 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 28
Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Use the slight right lane.
30
Continue on CR 631
0.2 mi
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12 sec
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Ledgewood Road
31
Continue on US 46
0.9 mi
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1 min
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US 46
32
Continue on US 46
213 ft
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4 sec
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US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
33
Turn straight onto NJ 10
9.2 mi
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11 min
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Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on NJ 10
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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NJ 10
Use the right lane.
35
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
36
Merge onto I 287
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 287
37
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 37
Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Use the slight right lane.
38
Continue on NJ 24
9.3 mi
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10 min
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NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
39
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
40
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark
Use the slight right lane.
41
Merge onto I 78
4.6 mi
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5 min
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Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 54
Toward Hillside, Irvington
Use the slight right lane.
43
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
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29 sec
Toward Hillside
Use the straight / right lanes.
44
Continue on Winans Avenue
0.2 mi
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39 sec
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Winans Avenue
45
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Liberty Avenue
46
Turn left onto CR 628
0.3 mi
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37 sec
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Hillside Avenue
47
Continue on CR 628
0.4 mi
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45 sec
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Hillside Avenue
48
At end of road, turn right onto CR 623
2.1 mi
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4 min
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North Broad Street
49
Continue on CR 623
1.4 mi
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3 min
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Broad Street
50
Turn left onto NJ 439
0.3 mi
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43 sec
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Bayway
51
Turn left onto NJ 439
0.1 mi
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11 sec
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Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
52
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
53
Merge onto I 278
1.3 mi
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2 min
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Goethals Bridge
54
Continue on I 278
2.2 mi
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3 min
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Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
56
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 11
Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
57
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft
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8 sec
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South Gannon Avenue
58
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
59
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Brielle Avenue
60
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Rockland Avenue
61
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Richmond Road
62
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Kensico Street
63
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
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13 sec
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Clarke Avenue
64
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
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54 sec
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Cotter Avenue
65
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
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40 sec
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Corona Avenue
66
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
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6 sec
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Croft Court
67
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 55 minute estimated drive time, leaving in the morning will allow ample daylight for your 222.1-mile trip. The drive is generally manageable in one day, so you have flexibility with stops. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before entering longer stretches like the 53.4 miles on I 81. While the total fuel cost is estimated at $36, it's always wise to top off when you see convenient stations, particularly as you approach the more densely populated areas near Staten Island.
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 111.1 miles from Van Etten, NY, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.4 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 49 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.1 miles or 2h 22m 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 50m
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 Van Etten, 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 Van Etten, NY
This is one driving day of about 222.1 miles and 4h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Van Etten, 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 I 81 for about 53.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 111.1 miles from Van Etten, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 395 decision points cluster between mile 48.1 and 207.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
48.1 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
101.4 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
176.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
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 28
Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
8
207.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
Take the exit toward Hillside, Irvington
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 54
Toward Hillside, Irvington
8
207.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Hillside
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.10 one way
$72.19 round trip
$4.13/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $39.07 | $78.14 |
| premium | $4.87 | $42.55 | $85.10 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $47.24 | $94.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Goethals Bridge
$16.00
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
$36
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$77–$102
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
EV Charging Along Route
39 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
ChargePoint Charging Station
Maplewood, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Denville, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Scranton, Pennsylvania
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Denville, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Binghamton, New York
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Union, New Jersey
Tesla
1 DCFC
Applegreen Electric Charging Station
Union, New Jersey
Other
1 DCFC
IONNA Charging Station
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 25
Other: 4
Tesla: 3
Blink: 3
Electrify America: 2
EVgo: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.6 | 0 | $23.32 | $10.66 |
| Efficient EV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.43 | $8.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.8 | 1 | $31.09 | $14.21 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Staten Island, NY
Afternoon in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
12:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Sunny
NE 12 mph
13% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 26 at 12:24AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 8:05PM EDT until April 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
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
17 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 55m 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
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...
9 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 214.5
View on nps.gov
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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 214.5
View on nps.gov
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 214.5
View on nps.gov
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 214.5
View on nps.gov
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 214.5
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 222.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect to be on highways for about 66% of this 222.1-mile trip. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 53.4 miles along I 81. After the highway segments, you'll transition to surface roads for the remainder of the drive. You'll notice a significant number of exits and potentially some urban merging as you get closer to your destination.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
67 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.4 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48.1 miles in near I 81.
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 39 significant decision points across 222.1 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 48.1 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Van Etten, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark - among others.
Mt Pocono
101.4 mi in
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~2h 11m
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via US 6
Milford
102.2 mi in
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~2h 12m
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via I 84; I 380
Lake Hopatcong
176.7 mi in
|
~3h 43m
Morristown Airport
190.8 mi in
|
~4h 1m
New York City
202.1 mi in
|
~4h 15m
Newark
202.1 mi in
|
~4h 15m
Hillside
207.3 mi in
|
~4h 22m
Irvington
207.3 mi in
|
~4h 22m
About the Cities
Starting in Van Etten, NY
Full guide →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 55m. Total distance: 222.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.4 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.00 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 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 48.1 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 101.4 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 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, NREL for EV charging, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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