Triplets Family Restaurant
Around the midpoint, short detour
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 40m
Distance
218.1 mi
351 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waverly, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 218.1-mile drive from Waverly, NY, to Staten Island, NY, will take you about 4 hours and 40 minutes of driving time, making it a feasible day trip. The route primarily follows major highways, including I-81, the Keystone Shortway, and the Southern Tier Expressway, with 71% of the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $36 for this trip. As you travel within the Northeast region, this journey offers a straightforward path to your destination. You'll encounter just one recommended stop along the way, so plan your breaks accordingly.
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
109 miles from Waverly, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| Keystone Shortway | 46.1 mi | 59m |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 42.9 mi | 51m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| NJ 24 | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Route 10 East | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Waverly, NY and Staten Island, NY.
Start on NY 17C
Turn left onto NY 34
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 86
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
Continue on I 84; I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Take the exit
Continue on CR 631
Continue on US 46
Continue on US 46
Turn straight onto NJ 10
Continue on NJ 10
Take the exit
Merge onto I 287
Take the exit
Continue on NJ 24
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 78
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on Winans Avenue
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
Turn left onto CR 628
Continue on CR 628
At end of road, turn right onto CR 623
Continue on CR 623
Turn left onto NJ 439
Turn left onto NJ 439
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 278
Continue on I 278
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278
Take the exit
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
Continue on Richmond Road
Turn left onto Kensico Street
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
Continue on Corona Avenue
Turn right onto Croft Court
Arrive at destination
Given the 4-hour and 40-minute drive time, departing in the morning is recommended to allow ample time for the 218.1-mile journey and a single planned stop. With a fuel cost estimated at $36, factor this into your budget. The longest stretch without a break is 53.4 miles on I-81, so plan your rest stops to coincide with exiting this section if needed. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you get closer to Staten Island, as congestion can be a factor in the Northeast region.
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.
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 48 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109 miles or 2h 10m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Waverly, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Waverly, NY
This is one driving day of about 218.1 miles and 4h 40m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
109 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.
A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 109 miles from Waverly, 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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Mambo Cuban Restaurant & Lounge
Union, New Jersey
Restaurant Lorena's
Maplewood, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
Owego, New York
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+16072231652
Around the midpoint, short detour
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Union, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm
+19083966401
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Maplewood, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+19737634460
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Elizabeth, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–12 pm
+19083544024
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
South Orange Village, New Jersey
Hours: 12–3 pm
+19737624440
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Morristown, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm
+19739989555
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
+17189870192
Near the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 9 am–12 pm
+17189791600
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Owego, New York
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+16072231652
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Union, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Waverly, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18668167584
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18334662474
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Union, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18885577099
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Maplewood, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Owego, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Vestal, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+17183511611
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Hours: Open 24 hours
+16464208481
Near the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, NY
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+18338004343
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 9 am–10 pm
Near the end, short detour
Staten Island, NY
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Staten Island, New York
Hours: 10 am–9 pm
+17189872708
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 44 and 203.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
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
Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$35.90 one way
$71.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $38.82 | $77.64 |
| premium | $4.92 | $42.27 | $84.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.15 | $96.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $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: 76.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.4 | 0 | $22.90 | $10.47 |
| Efficient EV | 54.5 | 0 | $19.08 | $8.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.2 | 1 | $30.53 | $13.96 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Waverly on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This drive is largely highway-focused, with 71% of the 218.1 miles on major interstates and expressways. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 53.4 miles on I-81, offering a chance to maintain a consistent speed. The majority of the route utilizes the Keystone Shortway and the Southern Tier Expressway, suggesting a consistent driving experience for much of the 4-hour and 40-minute journey. While mostly highway, be prepared for potential changes in traffic as you approach your destination in Staten Island.
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 44 miles in near I 81.
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 34 significant decision points across 218.1 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 44 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 97.4 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 172.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Waverly, 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
Milford
Lake Hopatcong
Morristown Airport
New York City
Newark
Hillside
Irvington
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 40m. Total distance: 218.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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