Origin
Astoria, NY
Evening in Astoria on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Astoria, NY to Suffern, NY
Drive Time
49m
Distance
31.5 mi
51 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
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6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Astoria to Suffern, you are looking at a straightforward 31.5-mile journey. Clocking in at approximately 49 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should cover your needs for this Northeast excursion. Since the route stays entirely within New York state, you can expect a familiar regional feel as you transition toward Suffern. It is an efficient, highway-focused route that gets you from point A to point B without any necessary stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
15.7 miles from Astoria, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by its highway-heavy nature, as 76% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major arteries. You will navigate a mix of NJ 17, NJ 4, and the Franklin Turnpike to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 10.8-mile segment on NJ 17, which provides the most consistent pace of the drive. While the route is primarily focused on highway travel, the transition between these roads dictates the overall flow of your 31.5-mile commute. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and NJ 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 31.5 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 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 27 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
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 46
Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
9
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Exit 46
Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
9
7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level)
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washingto...
9
9.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
9
27.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
Towns Along This Route
Between Astoria, NY and Suffern, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Randalls Island, Harlem River Drive North, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South and Gsp North - among others.
Manhattan
2.6 mi in
|
~6m
Randalls Island
2.6 mi in
|
~6m
Harlem River Drive North
3.6 mi in
|
~8m
Njtp South: Hackensack
9.3 mi in
|
~17m
Gsp South
16.4 mi in
|
~27m
Gsp North
16.4 mi in
|
~27m
Newark
16.4 mi in
|
~27m
Mahwah
16.4 mi in
|
~27m
Franklin Turnpike
27.6 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 17 | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Franklin Turnpike | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Harlem River Drive | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| I 278 Truck | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| I 95 EXPR | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Astoria Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| George Washington Bridge (upper level) | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 17
— 10.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Suffern, NY.
1
Start on 12th Street
23 ft
·
4 sec
·
12th Street
2
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Astoria Boulevard
3
Turn left onto 33rd Street
206 ft
·
13 sec
·
33rd Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
262 ft
·
8 sec
·
Astoria Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Hoyt Avenue North
366 ft
·
14 sec
·
Hoyt Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
504 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 278 East
7
Continue on I 278 Truck
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 278 Truck
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 46
Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46
Toward Manhattan, Randalls Island
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
11
Keep slight right at fork
127 ft
·
3 sec
Toward Harlem River Drive North, 125th Street, 2nd Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward Harlem River Drive North
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto HRD
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Harlem River Drive
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 24
Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge, Amsterdam Avenue, West 179 Street
Use the slight left lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward I 95 South, US 1 South: George Washington Bridge (Upper Level)
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto I 95; US 1
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
18
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
19
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Use the none lane.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto NJ 4
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 4
Use the none / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
Use the straight lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on NJ 17
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
29
Continue on NJ 17
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
30
Take the exit
474 ft
·
13 sec
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
31
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
this road
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
32
Keep slight right at fork
428 ft
·
11 sec
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
33
Turn straight onto CR 507
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Franklin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
34
Turn sharp right onto NY 59
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lafayette Avenue
35
Turn slight right onto Washington Avenue
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
Washington Avenue
36
Arrive at destination
Washington Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short trip under an hour, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to account for typical regional traffic patterns. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, allowing you to reach Suffern quickly. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between NJ 4 and the Franklin Turnpike to stay on track. Since the fuel cost is estimated at just $5, you can easily top off your tank before heading out without worrying about mid-trip refueling. Use the simplicity of this 31.5-mile route to your advantage by keeping your schedule light and avoiding unnecessary detours.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15.7 miles from Astoria, NY, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.8 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 31.5 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.7 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Suffern, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Astoria, 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 Astoria, NY
This is one driving day of about 31.5 miles and 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Astoria, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on NJ 17 for about 10.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.7 mi from Astoria, NY · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Astoria, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Suffern, NY
The final approach into Suffern, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Suffern, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.13 one way
$10.26 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $5.56 | $11.11 |
| premium | $4.88 | $6.06 | $12.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.23
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Franklin Turnpike
(3.3 mi)
$0.23
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
$5
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.41 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Suffern, NY
Evening in Suffern on Sunday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
3 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
49m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Astoria, NY to Suffern, NY covers 31.5 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 17, NJ 4, Franklin Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.7 miles from Astoria, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 31.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Astoria, NY and Suffern, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Randalls Island, Harlem River Drive North, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South and Gsp North - among others.
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