Origin
De Kalb, NY
Late night in De Kalb on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from De Kalb, NY to Staten Island, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
7h 35m
Distance
368.3 mi
593 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 25m
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6 AM
7h 35m
8 AM
7h 55m
10 AM
7h 42m
12 PM
7h 40m
3 PM
7h 43m
5 PM
7h 54m
8 PM
7h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
De Kalb, NY
Illya Goloborodko
Trip Overview
This 368.3-mile journey from De Kalb, NY to Staten Island, NY will take approximately 7 hours and 35 minutes of driving time, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily be on the New York State Thruway and NJ 17, with State Highway 12 also playing a role. With a projected fuel cost of $61 and a plan for two stops, this route offers a direct path through the Northeast region. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for varied road conditions as you make your way south.
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
184.1 miles from De Kalb, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 47m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a driving experience that shifts between highway speeds and more intricate local roads, with only 30% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 201.9 miles along the New York State Thruway, offering a period of consistent travel. Beyond that, the route is characterized by frequent turns and changes in scenery as you navigate through various towns and local routes. This 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll need to stay engaged with navigation and be ready for a dynamic experience behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 63 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 201.9 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 199.7 miles in near New York State Thruway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 39 significant decision points across 368.3 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 199.7 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 317.8 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 319.2 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 39 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
199.7 mi into trip
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~4h 5m in
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New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
317.8 mi into trip
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~6h 21m in
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NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
319.2 mi into trip
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~6h 23m in
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NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
349.1 mi into trip
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~7h 1m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
7
350.6 mi into trip
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~7h 3m in
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I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between De Kalb, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Genesee Street South, Boston, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken.
Genesee Street South
114.8 mi in
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~2h 26m
Boston
199.7 mi in
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~4h 5m
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via New York State Thruway
Jersey City
349 mi in
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~7h 1m
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via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
349 mi in
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~7h 1m
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via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
349.1 mi in
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~7h 1m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 201.9 mi | 3h 53m |
| State Highway 12 | 22.8 mi | 31m |
| NJ 17 | 22.7 mi | 29m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.6 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 812 | 19.1 mi | 23m |
| Indian River Road | 16.1 mi | 19m |
| US 11 | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Erwin Parkway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 201.9 mi, about 3h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Kalb, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on CR 17
79 ft
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9 sec
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County Road 17
2
Turn left onto NY 812
2.4 mi
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2 min
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State Highway 812
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 812
11 mi
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13 min
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US 11; NY 812
4
Turn left onto NY 58; NY 812
0.6 mi
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40 sec
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William Street
5
Continue on NY 58; NY 812
5.5 mi
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6 min
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State Highway 58
6
Turn right onto NY 812
2.1 mi
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2 min
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Balmat-Fowler Road
7
Continue on NY 812
7.9 mi
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9 min
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State Highway 812
8
At end of road, turn right onto NY 3; NY 812
0.3 mi
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33 sec
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State Highway 812
9
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.4 mi
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59 sec
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State Street
10
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Main Street
11
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
2.9 mi
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4 min
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State Route 3
12
Turn left onto NY 812
5.7 mi
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6 min
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Indian River Road
13
Continue on NY 812
10 mi
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12 min
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Indian River Road
14
Continue on NY 812
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
15
Continue on NY 812
8.4 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 812
16
Turn left onto East State Street
1.5 mi
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3 min
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East State Street
17
Continue on Ross Road
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Ross Road
18
Turn left onto NY 12
20 mi
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23 min
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Bea Luck Road
19
Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
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State Highway 12
20
Continue on NY 12
9.7 mi
·
11 min
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Erwin Parkway
21
Continue on NY 12
22 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 12
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
23
Merge onto NY 49
0.4 mi
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26 sec
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State Route 49
24
Continue on I 790; NY 5
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
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I 790; NY 5
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Genesee Street South
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90
27
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 90 East
28
Merge onto I 90
84 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
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New York State Thruway
29
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
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New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Use the slight right lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
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59 sec
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NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
31
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
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39 sec
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I 287; NJ 17
32
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi
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29 min
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NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
34
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
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4 min
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NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
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3 min
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Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
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Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
37
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
38
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Conrail Viaduct
39
Continue on NJ 139
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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12th Street Viaduct
40
Take the exit
236 ft
·
9 sec
Use the left lane.
41
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
463 ft
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23 sec
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Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
42
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139
408 ft
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5 sec
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14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
43
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
4.7 mi
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5 min
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New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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1 min
Exit 14A
Toward NJ 440: Bayonne
Use the right lane.
45
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
0.3 mi
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17 sec
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Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
46
Take the exit
357 ft
·
8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few Way
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 440 South
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
48
Merge onto NJ 440
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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NJ 440
49
Continue on NY 440
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
50
Take the exit
0.6 mi
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55 sec
Exit 10E
Toward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
51
Merge onto I 278
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Staten Island Expressway
52
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 11
Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
53
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft
·
8 sec
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South Gannon Avenue
54
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
55
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi
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2 min
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Brielle Avenue
56
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Rockland Avenue
57
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Richmond Road
58
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Kensico Street
59
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
·
13 sec
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Clarke Avenue
60
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
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54 sec
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Cotter Avenue
61
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
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40 sec
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Corona Avenue
62
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
·
6 sec
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Croft Court
63
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
To best tackle this 7.5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from De Kalb to maximize daylight and allow ample time for your two planned stops. The longest stretch on the New York State Thruway provides a good opportunity for covering distance efficiently, so plan one of your breaks before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition onto local roads, and be prepared for the frequent turns that define this route. A practical tip for this drive is to familiarize yourself with the NJ 17 corridor beforehand, as it can be busy.
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 184.1 miles from De Kalb, NY, or about 3h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.9 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 81 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184.1 miles or 3h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 10m
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 De Kalb, 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 De Kalb, NY
This is one driving day of about 368.3 miles and 7h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from De Kalb, 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 New York State Thruway for about 201.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 184.1 mi from De Kalb, NY · 3h 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 184.1 miles from De Kalb, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 201.9 miles.
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.
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
$60.62 one way
$121.25 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
129 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $65.55 | $131.11 |
| premium | $4.92 | $71.38 | $142.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $81.32 | $162.63 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.74
New York State Thruway
(201.9 mi)
$10.09
New Jersey Turnpike
(4.7 mi)
$0.65
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
$61
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$96–$121
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.5 | 1 | $38.67 | $17.68 |
| Efficient EV | 92.1 | 1 | $32.23 | $14.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147.3 | 1 | $51.56 | $23.57 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 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
Staten Island, NY
Late night in Staten Island on Wednesday
Local time
4:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 6 to 10 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 8:15PM EDT until April 14 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:57PM EDT until April 14 at 9:00PM 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
1 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
7h 35m 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 De Kalb, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 368.3 miles and takes about 7h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, State Highway 12, NJ 17. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 184.1 miles from De Kalb, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.62 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 39 significant decision points across 368.3 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 199.7 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 317.8 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 319.2 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between De Kalb, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Genesee Street South, Boston, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken.
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