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Trip from Weedsport, NY to Queens, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 58m

Distance

269.2 mi

433 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 46m ★
6 AM
5h 59m
8 AM
6h 25m
10 AM
6h 8m
12 PM
6h 5m
3 PM
6h 9m
5 PM
6h 23m
8 PM
5h 51m

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

village in Cayuga County, New York, United States

Weedsport, NY

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borough in New York City, New York, United States

Queens, NY

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Trip Overview

Weedsport to Queens is 269.2 miles and takes about 5h 58m via I 81, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region to another part of the Northeast. The profile suggests mostly surface roads, so expect a drive that's not solely highway-focused. With a recommended one-day drive, you can plan to get there without an overnight stop, making it a straightforward trip.

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

134.6 miles from Weedsport, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 98.8 mi 1h 57m
Keystone Shortway 70.8 mi 1h 27m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
NJ 3 10.5 mi 11m
East Lake Road 9.9 mi 14m
State Highway 41 9.8 mi 13m
State Route 41 4.8 mi 7m
Woodhaven Boulevard 3.9 mi 10m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Weedsport, NY and Queens, NY.

1

Start on East Brutus Street

234 ft · 8 sec · East Brutus Street
2

Turn right onto South Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Street
3

Continue on Weedsport Sennett Road

3.7 mi · 8 min · Weedsport Sennett Road
4

At end of road, turn right onto NY 5

1.0 mi · 1 min · Grant Avenue
5

Turn left onto Chestnut Ridge Road

2.1 mi · 4 min · Chestnut Ridge Road
6

Continue on Pine Ridge Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Pine Ridge Road
7

Turn left onto US 20

2.5 mi · 3 min · East Genesee Street
8

Continue on US 20

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road
9

Turn right onto NY 41

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street
10

Continue on NY 41

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road
11

Continue on NY 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
12

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road
13

Continue on NY 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41
14

Turn right onto NY 281

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street
15

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min
Use the left lane.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
17

Merge onto I 81

45 mi · 54 min · I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6
Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
22

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
23

Merge onto I 80

71 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
24

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Exit 53 Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel Use the slight right lane.
25

Merge onto US 46

2.1 mi · 2 min · US 46
26

Continue on US 46

1.6 mi · 1 min · US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
27

Turn slight left onto NJ 3

11 mi · 11 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard Use the straight / right lanes.
29

Merge onto NJ 495

1.1 mi · 1 min · NJ 495
30

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward Weehawken, Hoboken, Ferries to New York City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Continue on South Marginal Highway

0.1 mi · 10 sec · South Marginal Highway
32

Turn right onto Boulevard East

0.4 mi · 1 min · Boulevard East
Use the left lane.
33

Take the ramp

123 ft · 14 sec
Toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City Use the straight / right lanes.
34

Turn right

0.2 mi · 57 sec
Toward Lincoln Tunnel access
35

Merge onto NJ 495

1.6 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Tunnel
36

Keep slight right at fork

265 ft · 6 sec
Toward Dyer Avenue
37

Keep slight right at fork

334 ft · 8 sec
Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden
38

Continue on Dyer Avenue

350 ft · 19 sec · Dyer Avenue
Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden Use the left / straight lanes.
39

Turn left onto West 36th Street

1.3 mi · 3 min · West 36th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
40

Take the ramp

68 ft · 1 sec
Toward I 495: Queens-Midtown Tunnel
41

Keep slight left at fork onto I 495

2.5 mi · 4 min · I 495
42

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 17W-E Toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43

Merge onto I 495

2.0 mi · 2 min · Long Island Expressway
44

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 35 sec
Exit 19 Toward NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
45

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways Use the straight / slight left lanes.
46

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 24 sec
Toward Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47

Turn right onto Woodhaven Boulevard

3.9 mi · 10 min · Woodhaven Boulevard
Use the right lane.
48

Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard

344 ft · 9 sec · Rockaway Boulevard
Use the left lane.
49

Turn slight left onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue
50

Turn right onto 104th Street

205 ft · 9 sec · 104th Street
51

Arrive at destination

104th Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5h 58m estimated drive time, leaving Weedsport in the morning should allow you to reach Queens with daylight to spare. Plan for one stop along the way, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch. The fuel cost is estimated at $44, so ensure you have adequate funds or a reliable payment method for gas. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition from I 81 to surface roads, as gas station availability might vary.

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 134.6 miles from Weedsport, NY, or about 3h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 59 miles or 1h 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 134.6 miles or 3h in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Weedsport, 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 Weedsport, NY

This is one driving day of about 269.2 miles and 5h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Weedsport, 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 98.8 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

135 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.

Popular next leg

Ramapo, NY to Queens, NY

44.1 mi · 1h 10m

Pacing Suggestions

Maine, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Scranton, PA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 134.6 miles from Weedsport, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 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 39

5 decision points cluster between mile 138.9 and 264.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
138.9 mi into trip | ~3h 5m in | 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
238.9 mi into trip | ~5h 5m in

Take the exit toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel

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 53 Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunn...
8
255.6 mi into trip | ~5h 26m in

Take the ramp toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City
8
261.4 mi into trip | ~5h 41m in

Take the exit toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 17W-E Toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia A...
8
264.4 mi into trip | ~5h 46m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boule...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.31 one way

$88.62 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 94 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $47.92 $95.83
premium $4.92 $52.18 $104.35
diesel $5.61 $59.44 $118.87

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

Lincoln Tunnel $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

$44

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 94.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 80.8 0 $28.27 $12.92
Efficient EV 67.3 0 $23.55 $10.77
EV Truck/SUV 107.7 1 $37.69 $17.23

Gas CO2

94 kg

EV CO2

31 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Weedsport, NY

Morning in Weedsport on Tuesday

Local time

6:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Queens, NY

Morning in Queens on Tuesday

Local time

6:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

63°F

Ramapo, NY

135 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

14 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

5h 58m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive covers 269.2 miles with about 60% on highways like I 81. You'll experience a longest stretch of 98.8 miles on I 81, so there's a good amount of sustained highway cruising. The profile indicates mostly surface roads, meaning you'll transition off the major highways for a significant portion of your travel, likely encountering more local traffic and varied speed limits as you approach your destination.

60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
51 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 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 138.9 miles in near US 6.

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 269.2 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 138.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 238.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.6 miles: 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.

Between Weedsport, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Clifton, Weehawken, Hoboken and Ferries To New York City - among others.

Mt Pocono

138.9 mi in | ~3h 5m | via US 6

Milford

139.7 mi in | ~3h 6m | via I 84; I 380

Clifton

238.9 mi in | ~5h 5m

Weehawken

254.9 mi in | ~5h 25m

Hoboken

254.9 mi in | ~5h 25m

Ferries To New York City

254.9 mi in | ~5h 25m

New York City

255.6 mi in | ~5h 26m

Lincoln Tunnel Access

255.6 mi in | ~5h 26m

About the Cities

Starting in Weedsport, NY

Full guide →

Weedsport is in the Eastern Finger Lakes region of New York.

Arriving in Queens, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1683

Queens is a crescent-shaped (with a tail) borough traversing the north-to-south width of Long Island and including two of the major New York City area airports, LaGuardia (LGA IATA) and John F. Kennedy International (JFK IATA). It also carries the largest ethnic diversity in its area of any region in the world, with many small enclaves. Jackson Heights, for example, includes a huge Indian area, followed by a Colombian area, and then a Mexican area. Each offers a wide array of authentic shops, native-style cuisine, and festivals modified only slightly by the generally colder New York City experience.

Top landmarks

  • Queensboro Bridge — bridge in New York City
  • Unisphere — Steel structure in Queens, New York

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 5h 58m. Total distance: 269.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 98.8 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 Lincoln Tunnel. 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 Queens, 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 138.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 238.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Queens, NY before the return drive.

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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