Origin
Geneva, NY
Evening in Geneva on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Geneva, NY to Queens, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
6h 11m
Distance
281.5 mi
453 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 59m
★
6 AM
6h 12m
8 AM
6h 37m
10 AM
6h 21m
12 PM
6h 18m
3 PM
6h 22m
5 PM
6h 36m
8 PM
6h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Geneva, NY
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Queens, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Geneva to Queens covers 309.2 miles and takes approximately 5 hours and 33 minutes. Given the duration, this trip is manageable as a single-day journey, though you should prepare for a full day behind the wheel. You can expect to spend about $49 on fuel for the trek across this slice of the Northeast. Because this route avoids major highways, it offers a more personal, local perspective of New York State compared to typical interstate travel. Whether you are heading back to the city or exploring the region, this drive is best approached with a flexible schedule to accommodate the slower pace of local roads.
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
140.7 miles from Geneva, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention, as it features 0% highway driving. You will navigate via Lake Front Drive, Waterloo-Geneva Road, and Highway 96A rather than high-speed interstates. Because there is no extended highway usage, you will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches; in fact, the longest stretch on Lake Front Drive is 0 miles. The route’s personality is defined by its constant shifts and local navigation, making it a stark contrast to the monotonous grind of major expressways. Be prepared for a technical driving experience that keeps you engaged with the road layout from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 64 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 73.5 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 151.2 miles in near US 6.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 45 significant decision points across 281.5 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 151.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 251.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 45 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
151.2 mi into trip
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~3h 18m 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
251.1 mi into trip
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~5h 18m 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
267.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 39m 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
273.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 54m 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...
8
276.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boule...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Geneva, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Clifton, Weehawken, Hoboken and Ferries To New York City.
Mt Pocono
151.2 mi in
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~3h 18m
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via US 6
Milford
151.9 mi in
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~3h 19m
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via I 84; I 380
Clifton
251.1 mi in
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~5h 18m
Weehawken
267.2 mi in
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~5h 37m
Hoboken
267.2 mi in
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~5h 37m
Ferries To New York City
267.2 mi in
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~5h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 73.5 mi | 1h 28m |
| Keystone Shortway | 70.8 mi | 1h 27m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 96A | 17.1 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 79 | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Slaterville Road | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| NJ 3 | 10.5 mi | 11m |
| Trumansburg Road | 8.8 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 73.5 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Geneva, NY and Queens, NY.
1
Start on this road
203 ft
·
18 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn left
189 ft
·
21 sec
3
Turn sharp right onto US 20; NY 5
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Lake Front Drive
4
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Waterloo-Geneva Road
5
Turn right onto NY 96A
10 mi
·
14 min
·
State Highway 96A
6
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 96A
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 96A
7
Continue on NY 96A
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Street
8
Continue on NY 96
485 ft
·
13 sec
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North Town Line Road
9
Continue on NY 96
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 96
10
Turn left onto Center Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Center Road
11
Turn right onto NY 89
3.4 mi
·
4 min
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State Highway 89
12
Turn right onto CR 141
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 141
13
Continue on CR 141A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Powell Road
14
Turn left onto NY 96
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 96
15
Continue on NY 96
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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Trumansburg Road
16
Continue on NY 96
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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West Main Street
17
Continue on NY 96
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Trumansburg Road
18
Continue on NY 96
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cliff Street
19
Continue on NY 96
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Buffalo Street
20
Turn right onto Taughannock Boulevard
523 ft
·
24 sec
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Taughannock Boulevard
21
Turn left onto NY 79
510 ft
·
11 sec
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West State Street
22
Turn right onto NY 13; NY 34; NY 96; NY 79
345 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Fulton Street
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto NY 79
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Green Street
Use the slight left lane.
24
Continue on NY 79
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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East State Street
25
Continue on NY 79
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Slaterville Road
26
Continue on NY 79
15 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 79
27
Continue on NY 79
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
28
Turn right onto NY 26
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
·
NY 26
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 81 South
30
Merge onto I 81
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 81
31
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
34
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
35
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
36
Merge onto I 80
71 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 53
Toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
38
Merge onto US 46
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
39
Continue on US 46
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
40
Turn slight left onto NJ 3
11 mi
·
11 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Merge onto NJ 495
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 495
43
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward Weehawken, Hoboken, Ferries to New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Continue on South Marginal Highway
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
South Marginal Highway
45
Turn right onto Boulevard East
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Boulevard East
Use the left lane.
46
Take the ramp
123 ft
·
14 sec
Toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City
Use the straight / right lanes.
47
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
Toward Lincoln Tunnel access
48
Merge onto NJ 495
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Tunnel
49
Keep slight right at fork
265 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Dyer Avenue
50
Keep slight right at fork
334 ft
·
8 sec
Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden
51
Continue on Dyer Avenue
350 ft
·
19 sec
·
Dyer Avenue
Toward 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden
Use the left / straight lanes.
52
Turn left onto West 36th Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West 36th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
53
Take the ramp
68 ft
·
1 sec
Toward I 495: Queens-Midtown Tunnel
54
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 495
55
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17W-E
Toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
56
Merge onto I 495
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Island Expressway
57
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 19
Toward NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
58
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Toward NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
59
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
60
Turn right onto Woodhaven Boulevard
3.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Woodhaven Boulevard
Use the right lane.
61
Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard
344 ft
·
9 sec
·
Rockaway Boulevard
Use the left lane.
62
Turn slight left onto Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Avenue
63
Turn right onto 104th Street
205 ft
·
9 sec
·
104th Street
64
Arrive at destination
104th Street
Trip Plan
Since this 309.2-mile trip relies entirely on local roads, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid navigating complex local intersections after dark. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, as local roads may not offer the same frequency of large service stations found on interstates. Budgeting approximately $49 for gas is a good baseline, but keep a little extra set aside for the variable nature of local driving. Prioritize your comfort by breaking up the drive early, as the lack of highway segments makes the 5-hour and 33-minute duration feel more demanding than a standard interstate cruise.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 140.7 miles from Geneva, NY, or about 3h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.5 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 62 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 140.7 miles or 3h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Geneva, 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 Geneva, NY
This is one driving day of about 281.5 miles and 6h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 miles from Geneva, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 73.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 140.7 mi from Geneva, NY · 3h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 62 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 140.7 miles from Geneva, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.5 miles.
Arriving in Queens, NY
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.34 one way
$92.67 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $50.10 | $100.21 |
| premium | $4.92 | $54.56 | $109.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $62.15 | $124.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
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
$46
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.5 | 1 | $29.56 | $13.51 |
| Efficient EV | 70.4 | 0 | $24.63 | $11.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 112.6 | 1 | $39.41 | $18.02 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 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.
Destination
Queens, NY
Evening in Queens on Wednesday
Local time
7:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
S 5 to 13 mph
9% chance
Live 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
35 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
6h 11m 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 Geneva, NY to Queens, NY covers 281.5 miles and takes about 6h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, I 380. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 140.7 miles from Geneva, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.34 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 1 meaningful break 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 45 significant decision points across 281.5 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 151.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 251.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 267.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Geneva, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Clifton, Weehawken, Hoboken and Ferries To New York City.
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