Origin
Hillside, NY
Late night in Hillside on Thursday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hillside, NY to Staten Island, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
30.6 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hillside, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Embark on a straightforward 30.6-mile journey from Hillside, NY, to Staten Island, NY, with an estimated travel time of 55 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day, requiring no overnight stays. You'll primarily navigate major expressways like the Van Wyck Expressway, Belt Parkway, and Staten Island Expressway, making it a highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $5, this trip is quite economical. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, specifically New York State, so you'll remain within familiar territory throughout this relatively short excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
15.3 miles from Hillside, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the journey utilizing high-speed expressways. Expect a consistent pace for extended periods, including a longest stretch of 15.7 miles on the Belt Parkway. The character of the drive is defined by its efficient, direct connection between points, characterized by the smooth flow of traffic on major arteries like the Van Wyck Expressway and the Staten Island Expressway. While not particularly varied, the expressways offer a predictable and rapid transit experience.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Belt Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Belt Parkway and Staten Island Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near Van Wyck Expressway West.
Route Complexity
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 19 decision points packed into just 30.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (Van Wyck Expressway West): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Van Wyck Expressway West
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
4.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
8
20.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
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 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Isl...
7
21.1 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
8
25.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
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 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hillside, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level.
Belt Parkway West
4.1 mi in
|
~8m
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
21.1 mi in
|
~34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Parkway | 15.7 mi | 23m |
| Staten Island Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Manor Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Jamaica Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Richmond Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Rockland Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Belt Parkway
— 15.7 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hillside, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Jamaica Avenue
301 ft
·
11 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
2
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
1.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway West
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
345 ft
·
8 sec
5
Merge onto I 678
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto BP
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
12
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
13
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft
·
8 sec
·
Reon Avenue
17
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Gannon Avenue
18
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Manor Road
19
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Manor Road
20
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockland Avenue
21
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond Road
22
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kensico Street
23
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
·
13 sec
·
Clarke Avenue
24
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cotter Avenue
25
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Corona Avenue
26
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
·
6 sec
·
Croft Court
27
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 55-minute duration for this 30.6-mile trip, you have considerable flexibility in when you depart. Consider leaving outside of peak rush hour to ensure the smoothest experience on the Belt Parkway and Staten Island Expressway. While this route doesn't necessitate frequent stops, it’s wise to be aware of the fuel cost, estimated at $5, and ensure you have adequate fuel before setting off. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 15.7 miles, so plan any necessary breaks before or after this segment.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 15.3 miles from Hillside, NY, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.7 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 30.6 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.3 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Hillside, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hillside, NY
This is one driving day of about 30.6 miles and 55m.
At 30.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Belt Parkway for about 15.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.3 mi from Hillside, NY · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Hillside, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Staten Island, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Staten Island, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.04 one way
$10.07 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.93 | $11.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Late night in Staten Island on Thursday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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 Hillside, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 30.6 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Belt Parkway, Staten Island Expressway, Van Wyck Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.3 miles from Hillside, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 19 decision points packed into just 30.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.8 miles (Van Wyck Expressway West): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hillside, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level.
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