Spanning 364 miles across New York State, this journey from Churchville to Queens typically takes about 6 hours and 20 minutes of driving time. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, you should anticipate a more involved experience behind the wheel compared to a straight interstate haul. While it is technically possible to complete this trip in a single day, the duration makes for a long stint, so be prepared for a full day of travel. You should budget approximately $57 for fuel to cover the distance. This transition from the western part of the state toward the dense urban environment of New York City requires steady focus. It serves as a practical connection between two distinct regions of the Northeast, best suited for drivers who prefer navigating local roads over repetitive highway cruising.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
170.1 miles from Churchville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 45m into the drive
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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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 26m. Total distance: 340.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 26m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a demanding, turn-heavy experience that requires your constant attention. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on local roads, meaning you will encounter frequent adjustments to your speed and direction throughout the 6-hour and 20-minute journey. There is no significant highway-dominated stretch here, as the drive consists entirely of local navigation. As you transition from the more open areas around Churchville toward the high-traffic density of Queens, the road personality shifts from rural local segments to increasingly complex suburban and urban maneuvers. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the lack of highway miles means you will be actively steering and navigating intersections for the duration of your trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 74 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 59.6 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 56 significant decision points across 340.2 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 59.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 209.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 309.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 56 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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59.6 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
209.9 mi into trip|~4h 33m 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
309.9 mi into trip|~6h 33m 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
326.6 mi into trip|~6h 54m 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
332.4 mi into trip|~7h 8m 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...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Churchville, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Clifton.
Clyde
59.6 mi in|~1h 16m
Mt Pocono
209.9 mi in|~4h 33m|via US 6
Milford
210.7 mi in|~4h 34m|via I 84; I 380
Clifton
309.9 mi in|~6h 33m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
98.8 mi
1h 57m
Keystone Shortway
70.8 mi
1h 27m
New York State Thruway
41.7 mi
48m
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
Clark Street Road
9.6 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Churchville, NY and Queens, NY.
1
Start on NY 33; NY 36
60 ft·8 sec·East Buffalo Street
2
Turn left onto NY 36
0.6 mi·1 min·South Main Street
3
Continue on NY 36
0.2 mi·30 sec·Churchville-Riga Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·20 sec
Toward I 490 East: Rochester
5
Merge onto I 490
4.0 mi·4 min·Western Expressway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 4Toward NY 259: North Chili, West Chili
7
Turn right onto NY 259
0.1 mi·19 sec·Union Street
8
Turn left onto NY 33A
1.7 mi·3 min·Chili Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto NY 252
1.7 mi·3 min·Beaver Road
10
Continue on NY 252
0.6 mi·1 min·Archer Road
11
Continue on NY 252
2.2 mi·3 min·Ballantyne Road
12
Continue on NY 252
2.6 mi·4 min·Jefferson Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto CR 263
0.8 mi·1 min·Hylan Drive
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 390 South, I 90: Corning
15
Merge onto I 390
1.3 mi·1 min·Genesee Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·20 sec
Exit 12BToward I 90: New York State Thruway
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·28 sec
Exit 12BToward I 90: New York Thruway
18
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·6 sec·this road
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·32 sec
Toward I 90 East: AlbanyUse the slight left lane.
20
Merge onto I 90
42 mi·48 min·New York State Thruway
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 41Toward NY 414: Waterloo, ClydeUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft·7 sec
23
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi·35 sec·State Route 414
24
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi·7 min·NY 318
Use the left lane.
25
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi·2 min·Auburn Road
26
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi·11 min·Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft·12 sec·State Street
28
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·Dill Street
29
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft·16 sec·Loop Road
30
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi·9 min·Genesee Street
31
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi·4 min·West Genesee Street Road
32
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi·45 sec·East Lake Street
33
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi·13 min·East Lake Road
34
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi·7 min·State Route 41
35
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi·49 sec·East Lake Road
36
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi·13 min·State Highway 41
37
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi·2 min·North West Street
38
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Use the left lane.
39
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
40
Merge onto I 81
45 mi·54 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
42
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·US 6
Exit 187Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt PoconoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
43
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, MilfordUse the straight lane.
44
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
45
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
46
Merge onto I 80
71 mi·1 hr 27 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
47
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Exit 53Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln TunnelUse the slight right lane.
48
Merge onto US 46
2.1 mi·2 min·US 46
49
Continue on US 46
1.6 mi·1 min·US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
50
Turn slight left onto NJ 3
11 mi·11 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
51
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy BoulevardUse the straight / right lanes.
52
Merge onto NJ 495
1.1 mi·1 min·NJ 495
53
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward Weehawken, Hoboken, Ferries to New York CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
54
Continue on South Marginal Highway
0.1 mi·10 sec·South Marginal Highway
55
Turn right onto Boulevard East
0.4 mi·1 min·Boulevard East
Use the left lane.
56
Take the ramp
123 ft·14 sec
Toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York CityUse the straight / right lanes.
57
Turn right
0.2 mi·57 sec
Toward Lincoln Tunnel access
58
Merge onto NJ 495
1.6 mi·4 min·Lincoln Tunnel
59
Keep slight right at fork
265 ft·6 sec
Toward Dyer Avenue
60
Keep slight right at fork
334 ft·8 sec
Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden
61
Continue on Dyer Avenue
350 ft·19 sec·Dyer Avenue
Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square GardenUse the left / straight lanes.
62
Turn left onto West 36th Street
1.3 mi·3 min·West 36th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
63
Take the ramp
68 ft·1 sec
Toward I 495: Queens-Midtown Tunnel
64
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
2.5 mi·4 min·I 495
65
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 17W-EToward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
66
Merge onto I 495
2.0 mi·2 min·Long Island Expressway
67
Take the exit
0.4 mi·35 sec
Exit 19Toward NY 25: Woodhaven BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
68
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·41 sec
Toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, RockawaysUse the straight / slight left lanes.
69
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·24 sec
Toward Woodhaven Boulevard, RockawaysUse the straight / slight right lanes.
70
Turn right onto Woodhaven Boulevard
3.9 mi·10 min·Woodhaven Boulevard
Use the right lane.
71
Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard
344 ft·9 sec·Rockaway Boulevard
Use the left lane.
72
Turn slight left onto Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Liberty Avenue
73
Turn right onto 104th Street
205 ft·9 sec·104th Street
74
Arrive at destination
104th Street
Trip Plan
Given the 364-mile length and the turn-heavy nature of this path, an early morning departure is your best strategy to avoid the worst of the congestion as you approach the city. Since there are no designated stops factored into the duration, you must build your own breaks into the schedule to manage the 6-hour and 20-minute drive effectively. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $57 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and idling time in local traffic. Because this is a strictly local route, stay flexible with your timing to account for potential slowdowns at intersections. Prioritize comfort and hydration before you start, as the technical nature of the roads will keep you engaged and off the cruise control for the entire trip.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 170.1 miles from Churchville, NY, or about 3h 45m 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 75 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 170.1 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Churchville, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Churchville, NY
This is one driving day of about 340.2 miles and 7h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Churchville, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 170.1 mi from Churchville, NY
· 3h 45m 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.
Stonewall National Monument
National Monument
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...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 328.5
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 328.5
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...
3 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 328.5
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...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 328.5
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 328.5
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...
5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 328.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.00 one way
$112.00 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg119 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$60.55
$121.11
premium
$4.92
$65.94
$131.87
diesel
$5.61
$75.11
$150.22
Estimated Tolls: $18.09
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(41.7 mi)$2.09
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
$56
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
102.1
1
$35.72
$16.33
Efficient EV
85.1
0
$29.77
$13.61
EV Truck/SUV
136.1
1
$47.63
$21.77
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Churchville, NY
Late night
in Churchville on Saturday
Local time
2:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Queens, NY
Late night
in Queens on Saturday
Local time
2:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 to 13 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 8:44AM EDT until April 14 at 9:30AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton 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
19 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
7h 26m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Churchville, NY to Queens, NY covers 340.2 miles and takes about 7h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, New York State Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 170.1 miles from Churchville, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.00 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 56 significant decision points across 340.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 59.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 209.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 309.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Churchville, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Clifton.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Stonewall National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial. 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.
