Origin
Bay Wood, NY
Evening in Bay Wood on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bay Wood, NY to Staten Island, NY
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
57 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
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6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 40m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bay Wood, NY
Mel Audelo
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bay Wood to Staten Island covers 57 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 27 minutes. This route is designed as a straightforward, one-day trip, making it an efficient way to cross the region. You will rely primarily on the Southern State Parkway, the Belt Parkway, and the Staten Island Expressway to reach your destination. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the journey is quite economical for a solo driver or a small group. Since this is a highway-focused drive, you can expect a direct experience without the need for overnight stops. It is a practical choice for those who prioritize speed and simplicity over scenic detours.
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
28.5 miles from Bay Wood, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a fast-paced environment, as 86% of this trip is spent on major highways. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest stretch of 25 miles on the Southern State Parkway. The road transitions seamlessly between these major parkways and the expressway, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination. While the drive is functional rather than scenic, the consistency of the highway network helps maintain a predictable pace throughout the entire 57-mile span. Be prepared for a high-intensity driving experience that demands your focus as you navigate these key regional arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 25 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Belt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 57 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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 27.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward SO West: New York
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward SO West: New York
6
27.3 mi into trip
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~35m in
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BP / Belt Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
46.9 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
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 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Isl...
7
47.5 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
8
52.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
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 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bay Wood, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level along the way.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
47.5 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern State Parkway | 25 mi | 31m |
| Belt Parkway | 20.9 mi | 30m |
| Staten Island Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Manor Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Howells Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Richmond Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Rockland Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 25 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bay Wood, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Howells Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Howells Road
Use the left lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward SO West: New York
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on this road
363 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
4
Merge onto SO
25 mi
·
31 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on BP
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Belt Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto BP
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
11
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
12
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft
·
8 sec
·
Reon Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Gannon Avenue
17
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Manor Road
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Manor Road
19
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockland Avenue
20
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond Road
21
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kensico Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
·
13 sec
·
Clarke Avenue
23
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cotter Avenue
24
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Corona Avenue
25
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
·
6 sec
·
Croft Court
26
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Because this drive is a short 1 hour and 27 minutes, you have significant flexibility in your departure time to avoid the worst of regional traffic. Since there are no required stops along the way, you can easily complete the trip in a single session without needing to budget for extra rest breaks. Keep a close eye on the flow of traffic as you transition between the Southern State Parkway and the Belt Parkway, as these major junctions can become congested. Planning your departure to avoid peak commuting hours will help you maintain the $9 fuel efficiency by reducing idling time. Use this direct route to your advantage by keeping your vehicle prepared for a steady, highway-heavy cruise.
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 28.5 miles from Bay Wood, NY, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25 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 57 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.5 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 8m
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 Bay Wood, 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 Bay Wood, NY
This is one driving day of about 57 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bay Wood, 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 Southern State Parkway for about 25 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Bay Wood, NY · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Bay Wood, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Staten Island, NY
The final approach into Staten Island, 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 Staten Island, 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
$9.28 one way
$18.56 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $10.06 | $20.11 |
| premium | $4.88 | $10.96 | $21.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $4.99 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.98 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Staten Island, NY
Evening in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
57°F
Jamaica, NY
29 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
7 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
1h 27m 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 Bay Wood, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 57 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern State Parkway, Belt Parkway, Staten Island Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.5 miles from Bay Wood, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.28 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 17 significant decision points across 57 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 0.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 27.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bay Wood, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level along the way.
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