This 81.1-mile drive from Brewster Hill, NY, to Staten Island, NY, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours. Designed as a single-day adventure, it's a practical option for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently within the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this route prioritizes speed over leisurely exploration. The drive feels primarily like an interstate transit, so if you're seeking a journey filled with unique roadside attractions, this might not be it, but it serves its purpose well for direct travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.6 miles from Brewster Hill, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
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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
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 81.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-intensive experience on this route, with 84% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I-684, including a continuous stretch of 27.4 miles, which sets the tone for much of the drive. The Hutchinson River Parkway and Brooklyn-Queens Expressway also contribute to the high-speed, direct nature of this trip. This profile suggests a drive that is largely about covering distance efficiently, with less emphasis on varied scenery and more on maintaining momentum.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 39 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 684 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 81.1 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 30.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
30.6 mi into trip|~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
7
39.8 mi into trip|~52m in|Hutchinson River Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Whitestone Bridge
7
52.8 mi into trip|~1h 12m in|I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
8
54.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel
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 12B
Toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midt...
8
76.4 mi into trip|~1h 48m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brewster Hill, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
New York City
30.6 mi in|~39m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 684
27.4 mi
32m
Hutchinson River Parkway
15.9 mi
23m
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
7.8 mi
12m
Gowanus Expressway
4.7 mi
6m
Long Island Expressway
3.4 mi
5m
Staten Island Expressway
2.9 mi
4m
Whitestone Expressway
2.3 mi
3m
Manor Road
2.1 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 684
— 27.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brewster Hill, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Elmwood Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Elmwood Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto Brewster Hill Road
1.7 mi·4 min·Brewster Hill Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Sodom Road
0.3 mi·57 sec·Sodom Road
4
Turn sharp right onto NY 22
0.9 mi·1 min·NY 22
5
Continue on I 684
27 mi·32 min·I 684
6
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi·2 min
Exit 1Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York CityUse the straight lane.
7
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi·10 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi·12 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 678
1.2 mi·1 min·Hutchinson River Expressway
10
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi·2 min·Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
11
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi·3 min·Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
1.4 mi·2 min·Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy AirportUse the slight left lane.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi·48 sec
Exit 12BToward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown TunnelUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 495
3.4 mi·5 min·Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 17WToward I 278 West: BrooklynUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·10 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·31 sec
Toward I 278 West: BrooklynUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 278
2.0 mi·3 min·Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
5.6 mi·9 min·Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278 West: Staten IslandUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 278
1.9 mi·2 min·Gowanus Expressway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
0.2 mi·17 sec·Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278: Staten Island
22
Continue on I 278
2.2 mi·3 min·Gowanus Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
0.6 mi·49 sec·Gowanus Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi·2 min·Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
25
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi·4 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 12Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft·9 sec·Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
28
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft·8 sec·Reon Avenue
29
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·North Gannon Avenue
30
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Manor Road
31
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Manor Road
32
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Rockland Avenue
33
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
34
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
35
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
36
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
37
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
38
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
39
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2-hour duration and 81.1-mile distance, this drive offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, but aiming to leave Brewster Hill outside of peak morning or afternoon rush hours will make your journey smoother. While there are no designated stops in the data, this route is short enough that you likely won't need extended breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the $13 estimate suggests a straightforward fuel plan. A practical tip: since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 27.4 miles on I-684, plan any quick checks of navigation or vehicle status before or after this segment.
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 40.6 miles from Brewster Hill, NY, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.4 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 53m 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 37m
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 Brewster Hill, 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 Brewster Hill, NY
This is one driving day of about 81.1 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Brewster Hill, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 684 for about 27.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.6 mi from Brewster Hill, NY
· 53m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.35 one way
$26.70 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$14.44
$28.87
premium
$4.92
$15.72
$31.44
diesel
$5.61
$17.91
$35.81
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
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
$13
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.3
0
$8.52
$3.89
Efficient EV
20.3
0
$7.10
$3.24
EV Truck/SUV
32.4
0
$11.35
$5.19
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Brewster Hill, NY
Night
in Brewster Hill on Friday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Patchy Fog
SW 2 to 7 mph30% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:41PM EDT until April 14 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 7:26PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Night
in Staten Island on Friday
Local time
9:32 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 6 to 10 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:41PM EDT until April 14 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 7:26PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany 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
3 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
2h 1m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Brewster Hill, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 81.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 684, Hutchinson River Parkway, Brooklyn-Queens 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 40.6 miles from Brewster Hill, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.35 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 25 significant decision points across 81.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 30.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brewster Hill, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include African Burial Ground National Monument, Federal Hall National Memorial and Castle Clinton National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
