Drive Time
3h 7m
Distance
167.3 mi
269 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
Photo: Renan Tagliaferro
Traveling from Deposit to Queens covers 167.3 miles, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 7 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, you should plan for a single-day trip rather than an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $26 on fuel for the duration of the trek. You will be traveling entirely within the Northeast region, staying within New York State for the duration of the trip. Since the drive relies on local roads like River, Pine, and Oak Streets rather than major interstates, it is best suited for drivers who prefer a slower, more deliberate pace through the local landscape.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.6 miles from Deposit, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
Forget the monotony of high-speed interstates; this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will be navigating local roads for the entire 167.3 miles. You should prepare for a turn-heavy experience that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The personality of this drive is strictly local, trading fast-paced lanes for a series of connected streets. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the drive requires a steady, cautious approach throughout the 3-hour and 7-minute duration. Expect the road to feel intimate and winding as you transition from the quiet of Deposit toward the dense environment of Queens.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| River Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pine Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Oak Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 10 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NY 17 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 87 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New York State Thruway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 287 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Deposit, NY and Queens, NY.
Start on Front Street
Continue on River Street
Turn right onto Pine Street
Continue on Oak Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto Oak Street
Continue on State Highway 10
Take the exit left toward NY 17 East
Merge slight left
Keep slight left to continue on I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
Keep slight right to continue on I 87 Toll South: New York City
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
Merge slight left
Keep slight left
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
Merge slight left onto Hutchinson River Expressway
Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
Continue on Whitestone Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on Van Wyck Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue
Keep slight right to continue on Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
Turn left onto 104th Street
Arrive at your destination
To make the most of this 167.3-mile trip, aim to depart early to manage the turn-heavy nature of the local roads while visibility is at its best. Since the journey requires about 3 hours and 7 minutes of active driving, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and reset. Given the $26 fuel estimate, it is wise to fuel up before leaving Deposit to avoid navigating local pumps in unfamiliar areas. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the lack of highway segments allows you to adjust your pace easily. Keep a close eye on your navigation, as the reliance on streets like River, Pine, and Oak means you will be making frequent turns rather than following a single straight road.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.6 miles or 1h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Deposit, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Deposit, NY
This is one driving day of about 167.3 miles and 3h 7m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.6 mi from Deposit, NY · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 83.6 miles from Deposit, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Queens, 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 Queens, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$26.41 one way
$52.81 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $29.51 | $59.03 |
| premium | $4.86 | $32.02 | $64.04 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $30.92 | $61.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
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
$26
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.57 | $8.03 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.64 | $6.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.9 | 0 | $23.42 | $10.71 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Deposit on Saturday
Local time
11:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Queens on Saturday
Local time
11:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
84 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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