Origin
Huntington, NY
Morning in Huntington on Wednesday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntington, NY to Leon, NY
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
8h 44m
Distance
426.3 mi
686 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$70
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 37m
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6 AM
8h 44m
8 AM
9h 0m
10 AM
8h 50m
12 PM
8h 48m
3 PM
8h 51m
5 PM
8h 59m
8 PM
8h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 426.3-mile journey from Huntington, NY, to Leon, NY, is estimated to take around 8 hours and 44 minutes, making it a solid two-day trip rather than a single-day push. You'll navigate a mix of roads, including the Keystone Shortway and Christopher Columbus Highway, with US 219 also playing a role. With an estimated fuel cost of $70 and two recommended stops, this route offers a good balance for exploration. The drive stays within the Northeast region, providing a consistent regional experience throughout. Plan for a turn-heavy local drive that requires your attention.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
213.2 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 426.3-mile route. While only 21% of the journey is on highways, you'll experience a significant 200-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, offering a longer, more open section. As you progress, the road will likely transition between these faster highway segments and more winding local roads, demanding active engagement from the driver. This varied terrain means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind; instead, you'll encounter a more dynamic driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 54 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 200 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 19.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 34 significant decision points across 426.3 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 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 34 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
19.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the ramp toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...
8
22.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
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 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
8
34.5 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
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.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
8
34.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
8
37.1 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
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 69
Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Huntington, NY and Leon, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, New England, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Hackensack and Penfield.
Bronx
22.3 mi in
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~37m
New England
22.3 mi in
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~37m
Upper Level
32 mi in
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~51m
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via I 95; US 1
Njtp South: Hackensack
34.5 mi in
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~55m
Hackensack
37.1 mi in
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~59m
Penfield
306.1 mi in
|
~6h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 200 mi | 3h 44m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| US 219 | 46.5 mi | 53m |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 25.5 mi | 29m |
| Northern Boulevard | 17.4 mi | 28m |
| Bennetts Valley Highway | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| Million Dollar Highway | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| State Park Road | 7.5 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 200 mi, about 3h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Leon, NY.
1
Start on NY 110
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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New York Avenue
2
Turn left onto NY 25A
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25A
267 ft
·
6 sec
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Main Street
4
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Hill Road
5
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Lawrence Hill Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto NY 25A
17 mi
·
28 min
·
Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto CI
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 295
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Throgs Neck Bridge
11
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
6.6 mi
·
8 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
14
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
15
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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I 95 EXPR; NJTP
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 69
Toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 80
68 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
195 mi
·
3 hr 35 min
·
Keystone Shortway
25
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward PA 153: Clearfield, Penfield
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
27
Turn straight onto PA 153
7.5 mi
·
13 min
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State Park Road
28
Turn right onto PA 255
7.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Bennetts Valley Highway
29
Continue on PA 255
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Million Dollar Highway
30
Continue on PA 255
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Bennetts Valley Highway
31
Turn straight onto PA 255
8.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Million Dollar Highway
32
Continue on PA 120; PA 255
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
South Saint Marys Street
33
Turn right onto PA 120; PA 255
147 ft
·
3 sec
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Railroad Street
34
Turn left onto PA 120; PA 255
382 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Michael Street
35
Continue on PA 255
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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North Michael Street
36
Turn left onto PA 255
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Maurus Street
37
Continue on PA 255
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Johnsonburg Road
38
Continue on PA 255
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Johnsonburg-Saint Marys Road
39
Continue on PA 255
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Powers Avenue
40
Keep slight right at fork
149 ft
·
5 sec
41
Merge onto US 219
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 219
42
Keep slight right at fork onto US 219
40 mi
·
44 min
·
US 219
43
Take the exit onto US 219
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
US 219
44
Merge onto I 86; US 219; NY 17
26 mi
·
29 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
45
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 16
Toward Randolph, Gowanda
46
Keep slight right at fork
170 ft
·
5 sec
47
Turn right onto Main Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
48
Turn left onto NY 241
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Conewango Road
49
Continue on NY 241
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 241
50
Continue on NY 241
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Conewango Road
51
Continue on NY 241
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Conewango Road
52
Turn right onto US 62
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
US 62
53
Turn left onto CR 6
18 ft
·
0 sec
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Leon New Albion
54
Arrive at destination
CR 6
Trip Plan
Given the 8-hour 44-minute duration, splitting this 426.3-mile drive over two days is highly recommended. This allows for more relaxed driving and the enjoyment of your two planned stops. Aim to start early to maximize daylight, especially if you encounter more challenging local roads. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch on the Keystone Shortway is 200 miles, so plan your fill-ups accordingly. A specific tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile beforehand to anticipate the need for more frequent adjustments.
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 drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 213.2 miles from Huntington, NY, or about 4h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 200 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 94 miles or 2h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213.2 miles or 4h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 213.2 miles or 4h 22m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Leon, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Huntington, NY
Aim for roughly 213 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Leon, NY
Aim for roughly 213 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Huntington, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 200 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 213.2 mi from Huntington, NY · 4h 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
213 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Syracuse, NYOvernight Options
Night 1
213 mi · about 4.4h in
A practical overnight split lands near Syracuse, NY after about 213 miles or 4.4 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 94 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 213.2 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 200 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 213 miles or 4.4 hours on the road.
Arriving in Leon, NY
The final approach into Leon, 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 Leon, NY.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Leon, NY with some flexibility left in the schedule.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$70.17 one way
$140.34 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
149 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $75.88 | $151.76 |
| premium | $4.92 | $82.62 | $165.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $94.12 | $188.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.83
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New Jersey Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.28
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
$70
Tolls
$23
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$223–$333
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 127.9 | 1 | $44.76 | $20.46 |
| Efficient EV | 106.6 | 1 | $37.30 | $17.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 170.5 | 2 | $59.68 | $27.28 |
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 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
Leon, NY
Morning in Leon on Wednesday
Local time
6:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 44m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Huntington, NY to Leon, NY covers 426.3 miles and takes about 8h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, Christopher Columbus Highway, US 219. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 213 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 213.2 miles from Huntington, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $70.17 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 34 significant decision points across 426.3 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 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Huntington, NY and Leon, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, New England, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Hackensack and Penfield.
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