Drive Time
6h 22m
Distance
385.9 mi
621 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$63
one way
Photo: Jesse R
The drive from Elma, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 385.9 miles and takes about 6h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jamison Road, Aurora Expressway, US 20A for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $62.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
193 miles from Elma, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 11m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 22m drive with frequent turns across 385.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 22m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elma, NY to Staten Island, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jamison Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Aurora Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 20A | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Big Tree Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Varysburg Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Buffalo Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Buffalo Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Elma, NY and Staten Island, NY.
Start on Bowen Road
Turn right onto Jamison Road
Take the ramp left
Merge slight left onto Aurora Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward US 20A, NY 78: East Aurora
Turn left onto Main Street
Continue on Big Tree Road
Continue on Varysburg Road
Continue on West Buffalo Road
Continue on West Buffalo Street
Continue on Perry Center Road
Continue on Perry Road
Turn right onto Mount Morris Road
Continue on North Main Street
Continue on Sonyea Road
Take the ramp slight right
Merge slight left onto Genesee Expressway
Merge slight right onto Southern Tier Expressway
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton
Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
Take the exit slight right toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
Continue on Ledgewood Road
Continue straight
Continue straight
Turn straight onto Route 10 East
Continue straight
Take the exit straight toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 24 East: Springfield
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
Keep slight right to continue on I 78 East Local: Newark
Merge slight right onto Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward Hillside, Irvington
Keep slight right to continue on Hillside
Continue on Winans Avenue
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
Turn left onto Hillside Avenue
Continue on Hillside Avenue
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Broad Street
Continue on Broad Street
Turn left onto Bayway
Turn left onto Brunswick Avenue
Take the ramp straight toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
Merge slight right onto Goethals Bridge
Continue on Staten Island Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on Staten Island Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
Continue on Richmond Road
Turn left onto Kensico Street
At the end of the road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
Continue on Corona Avenue
Turn right onto Croft Court
Arrive at your destination
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 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 85 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 193 miles or 3h 11m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Elma, 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 Elma, NY
This is one driving day of about 385.9 miles and 6h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 193 mi from Elma, NY · 3h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
193 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 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 193 miles from Elma, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$62.82 one way
$125.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $68.08 | $136.16 |
| premium | $4.88 | $74.19 | $148.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $85.73 | $171.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $32.00
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
$63
Tolls
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$120–$145
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 135 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 115.8 | 1 | $40.52 | $18.52 |
| Efficient EV | 96.5 | 1 | $33.77 | $15.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 154.4 | 1 | $54.03 | $24.70 |
Gas CO2
135 kg
EV CO2
45 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Elma on Sunday
Local time
10:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
10:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
53°F
Syracuse, NY
193 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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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