Origin
Collins, NY
Late night in Collins on Wednesday
Local time
5:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Collins, NY to Huntington, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
8h 36m
Distance
404.1 mi
650 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$67
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 28m
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6 AM
8h 36m
8 AM
8h 52m
10 AM
8h 42m
12 PM
8h 40m
3 PM
8h 42m
5 PM
8h 51m
8 PM
8h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Collins, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Huntington, NY
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Trip Overview
This 404.1-mile journey from Collins, NY to Huntington, NY takes approximately 8 hours and 36 minutes, making it a solid two-day trip rather than a single-day push. You'll primarily navigate the Southern Tier Expressway and the Keystone Shortway, with I-81 also playing a role. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $67. With a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, expect a more involved driving experience. This trip stays within the Northeast region, traversing New York State throughout.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
202 miles from Collins, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 20m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a route with a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, meaning it's not a straightforward interstate cruise. While 60% of the drive is on highways, you'll encounter a good number of turns and local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway. This suggests a varied driving experience, potentially with quicker sections interspersed with more winding or slower-paced local roads as you progress across the state.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 58 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 104.5 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 198.6 miles in near I 81.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 31 significant decision points across 404.1 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 198.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 252 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 366.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 31 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
198.6 mi into trip
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~4h 16m in
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I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
252 mi into trip
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~5h 19m in
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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
366.5 mi into trip
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~7h 35m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
366.8 mi into trip
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~7h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
8
376.2 mi into trip
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~7h 50m in
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I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Collins, NY and Huntington, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.
Mt Pocono
252 mi in
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~5h 19m
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via US 6
Milford
252.7 mi in
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~5h 20m
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via I 84; I 380
New York City
366.5 mi in
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~7h 35m
Leonia
366.8 mi in
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~7h 36m
Teaneck
366.8 mi in
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~7h 36m
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
369.1 mi in
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~7h 40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 104.5 mi | 2h 2m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 39 | 22.4 mi | 31m |
| Genesee Expressway | 22.2 mi | 25m |
| Northern Boulevard | 18.6 mi | 31m |
| Nunda-Dansville Road | 12.4 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collins, NY and Huntington, NY.
1
Start on NY 39
8.3 mi
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13 min
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Main Street
2
Continue on NY 39
4.2 mi
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5 min
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State Highway 39
3
Continue on NY 39
2.5 mi
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6 min
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West Main Street
4
Continue on NY 39
7.7 mi
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8 min
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Springville Sardinia Highway
5
Continue on NY 39
0.2 mi
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10 sec
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State Highway 39
6
Continue on NY 39
1.4 mi
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1 min
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Schutt Road
7
Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39
0.6 mi
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56 sec
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State Highway 16
8
Continue on NY 16; NY 39
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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Olean Road
9
Turn left onto NY 39
1.1 mi
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2 min
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State Route 39
10
Continue on NY 39
2.3 mi
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5 min
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West Main Street
11
Continue on NY 39
18 mi
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25 min
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State Highway 39
12
Turn right onto NY 436
1.8 mi
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2 min
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Denton Corners Road
13
Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436
2.2 mi
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3 min
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NY 19A; NY 436
14
Turn left onto NY 436
0.3 mi
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46 sec
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Hamilton Street
15
Turn left onto NY 436
360 ft
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8 sec
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Main Street
16
Continue on NY 436
5.6 mi
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8 min
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Portage Street
17
Continue on NY 436
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Mill Street
18
Continue on NY 436
12 mi
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16 min
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Nunda-Dansville Road
19
Continue on NY 436
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Ossian Street
20
Turn right onto Spruce Street
0.1 mi
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32 sec
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Spruce Street
21
Turn slight right onto NY 36
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Clara Barton Street
22
Continue on NY 36
0.1 mi
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11 sec
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Hornell Road
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
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33 sec
24
Merge onto I 390
22 mi
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25 min
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Genesee Expressway
25
Merge onto I 86
105 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
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Southern Tier Expressway
26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
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1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
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4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
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25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
30
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
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1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
31
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
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5 min
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Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
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23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
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38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
35
Turn right
0.2 mi
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35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
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9 sec
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Degraw Avenue
37
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
38
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
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Main Street
39
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
40
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
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28 sec
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Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
42
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
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20 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 95 EXPR
44
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
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1 min
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
46
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
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6 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
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2 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
48
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
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Throgs Neck Expressway
49
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
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3 min
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Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
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2 min
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Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
51
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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32 sec
Exit 5
Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
52
Continue on Clearview Expressway
457 ft
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17 sec
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Clearview Expressway
53
Turn left onto NY 25A
19 mi
·
31 min
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Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
54
Turn right onto NY 108
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Lawrence Hill Road
55
At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Lawrence Hill Road
56
Continue on NY 25A
0.4 mi
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52 sec
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Main Street
57
Turn right onto NY 110
0.2 mi
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34 sec
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New York Avenue
58
Arrive at destination
NY 110
Trip Plan
Given the 8.5-hour duration, planning for two days is highly recommended to avoid fatigue. Aim to start your first day early to maximize daylight and allow for your two planned stops. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you approach the longest stretch of 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, ensuring you don't get caught low. Splitting the drive will make the journey more enjoyable and allow you to appreciate the changing scenery without feeling rushed.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 202 miles from Collins, NY, or about 4h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 89 miles or 2h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 202 miles or 4h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 202 miles or 4h 20m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Collins, 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.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Collins, NY
Aim for roughly 202 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Huntington, NY
Aim for roughly 202 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Collins, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 202 mi from Collins, NY · 4h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
202 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Ramapo, NYOvernight Options
Night 1
202 mi · about 4.3h in
A practical overnight split lands near Ramapo, NY after about 202 miles or 4.3 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 202 miles from Collins, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 202 miles or 4.3 hours on the road.
Arriving in Huntington, NY
The final approach into Huntington, 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 Huntington, NY.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Huntington, NY with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$66.52 one way
$133.03 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
141 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $71.93 | $143.85 |
| premium | $4.92 | $78.32 | $156.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $89.22 | $178.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck 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
$67
Tolls
$23
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$219–$329
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 121.2 | 1 | $42.43 | $19.40 |
| Efficient EV | 101 | 1 | $35.36 | $16.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 161.6 | 2 | $56.57 | $25.86 |
Gas CO2
141 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Huntington, NY
Late night in Huntington on Wednesday
Local time
5:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
202 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
8h 36m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Collins, NY to Huntington, NY covers 404.1 miles and takes about 8h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, I 81. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 202 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 202 miles from Collins, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $66.52 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 31 significant decision points across 404.1 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 198.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 252 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 366.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Collins, NY and Huntington, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.
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