Hamden, NY to Staten Island, NY is 159.7 miles and takes about 3h 34m via NY 17 and NJ 17, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, starting and ending in New York. It's a straightforward drive that's well-suited for a single-day journey. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a practical option when you need to cover ground efficiently. Plan for about 74% of your journey to be on major highways.
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
79.8 miles from Hamden, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 46m into the drive
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Staten Island is New York City's "Forgotten Borough" across New York Harbor from Manhattan. Staten Island may seem like it's in an entirely different world than the hustle and bustle expected in New York City. However, it still has some of the features you've come to expect from the city. This combination of city influences and its rural origins have created a unique borough that is a great place to visit.
Top landmarks
•Bayonne Bridge — arch bridge connecting Staten Island, NY with Bayonne, NJ
•Staten Island Museum — museum in Staten Island, New York
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 34m. Total distance: 159.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 74% of the route utilizing major roads like NY 17 and NJ 17. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 70.1 miles on NY 17, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The New York State Thruway also plays a role, contributing to the efficient, high-speed nature of much of the drive. Expect a consistent feel for most of the 3 hours and 34 minutes, with minimal deviations from the main arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 51 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NY 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 159.7 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 24.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 94 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 33 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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24.6 mi into trip|~39m in
Take the ramp toward NY 17 East: New York City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward NY 17 East: New York City
8
94 mi into trip|~2h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
9
109.2 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|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
110.6 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|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
140.5 mi into trip|~3h 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hamden, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Nyst: Albany, New York City, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike.
Nyst: Albany
94 mi in|~2h 2m
New York City
94 mi in|~2h 2m
Jersey City
140.4 mi in|~3h|via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
140.4 mi in|~3h|via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
140.5 mi in|~3h 1m
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
142 mi in|~3h 3m|via I 78; NJTP
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NY 17
70.1 mi
1h 23m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
New York State Thruway
13.7 mi
15m
Hawleys-Downsville Road
7.5 mi
10m
State Highway 206
4.8 mi
8m
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
4.7 mi
5m
Cat Hollow Road
4.6 mi
8m
NJ 440
4.5 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 70.1 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hamden, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on NY 10
1.5 mi·2 min·State Highway 10
2
Turn left onto CR 26
0.7 mi·59 sec·Hawleys-Downsville Road
3
Continue on CR 26
6.9 mi·9 min·Hawleys-Downsville Road
4
Continue on CR 26
1.0 mi·1 min·Knox Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto NY 206
508 ft·16 sec·State Highway 206
6
Continue on NY 30; NY 206
0.3 mi·47 sec·Bridge Street
7
Continue on NY 30; NY 206
2.8 mi·4 min·State Highway 30
8
Turn right onto NY 206; CR 7
4.6 mi·8 min·Cat Hollow Road
9
Continue on NY 206; CR 7
4.7 mi·8 min·State Highway 206
10
Continue on NY 206; CR 91
1.6 mi·2 min·Rockland Road
11
Continue on NY 206; CR 179
0.3 mi·33 sec·Old Route 17
12
Turn right onto CR 124
0.2 mi·21 sec·Stewart Avenue
13
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward NY 17 East: New York CityUse the left lane.
14
Merge onto NY 17
69 mi·1 hr 22 min·NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York CityUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York CityUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 87
14 mi·15 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
19
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
20
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
22
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
26
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
27
Continue on NJ 139
0.3 mi·27 sec·12th Street Viaduct
28
Take the exit
236 ft·9 sec
Use the left lane.
29
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
463 ft·23 sec·Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
30
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139
408 ft·5 sec·14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
4.7 mi·5 min·New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 14AToward NJ 440: BayonneUse the right lane.
33
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
0.3 mi·17 sec·Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
34
Take the exit
357 ft·8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few WayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 440 SouthUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
36
Merge onto NJ 440
4.5 mi·6 min·NJ 440
37
Continue on NY 440
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
38
Take the exit
0.6 mi·55 sec
Exit 10EToward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
39
Merge onto I 278
0.8 mi·1 min·Staten Island Expressway
40
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 11Toward I 278 West: Bradley AvenueUse the slight right lane.
41
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft·8 sec·South Gannon Avenue
42
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
43
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·Brielle Avenue
44
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Rockland Avenue
45
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
46
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
47
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
48
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
49
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
50
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
51
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3h 34m, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day. Consider departing in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Staten Island. With a fuel cost estimate of $26, keep an eye on your tank, though stops should be minimal. The longest stretch without a major road change is over 70 miles on NY 17, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. Flexibility is key for this shorter route; you can adjust your departure time as needed.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 79.8 miles from Hamden, NY, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.1 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 35 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.8 miles or 1h 46m 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 49m
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 Hamden, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hamden, NY
This is one driving day of about 159.7 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Hamden, 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 NY 17 for about 70.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 79.8 mi from Hamden, NY
· 1h 46m into the drive
The midpoint is around 79.8 miles from Hamden, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.1 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Castle Clinton National Monument
National Monument
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 143.2
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 143.2
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 143.2
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 143.2
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 143.2
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 143.2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47.9
0
$16.77
$7.67
Efficient EV
39.9
0
$13.97
$6.39
EV Truck/SUV
63.9
0
$22.36
$10.22
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Hamden, NY
Evening
in Hamden on Friday
Local time
8:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Evening
in Staten Island on Friday
Local time
8:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
80 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 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
3h 34m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Hamden, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 159.7 miles and takes about 3h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NY 17, NJ 17, New York State Thruway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 79.8 miles from Hamden, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 159.7 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 24.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 94 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 109.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hamden, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Nyst: Albany, New York City, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
