Origin
Huntington, NY
Evening in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
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3h 9m
Distance
129.8 mi
209 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntington, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Tusten, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trading the coastal bustle of Huntington for the quieter pace of Tusten is a manageable journey covering 129.8 miles. You should budget approximately 3 hours and 9 minutes of driving time, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a fuel cost of roughly $21, the trip remains an affordable way to transition from the Northeast's busy suburban corridors into the more relaxed landscapes of upstate New York. While you could easily complete this in one go, the route's mixed profile offers enough variety to keep you engaged behind the wheel. Given the distance and duration, you won't need an overnight split, allowing you maximum flexibility to enjoy your destination. Overall, it’s a straightforward route that balances distance with accessibility.
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
64.9 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Expect a varied experience as you transition between urban navigation and more open stretches. The journey features a 37% highway share, meaning you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind for the entire duration. You will spend time on Northern Boulevard and Park Avenue before navigating NJ 23, which provides the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 33.8 miles. This mixed drive profile requires you to stay alert as the road quality shifts from local thoroughfares to regional arteries. By the time you reach the final leg, the driving environment feels noticeably different from the start, offering a practical blend of technical local roads and faster highway segments.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 22.3 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 129.8 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 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; at 34.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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
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
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
Take the exit toward US 46, NJ 23: Wayne, Butler, Verona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Huntington, NY and Tusten, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack and Hackensack - among others.
Cross Island Parkway North
Bronx
New England
Upper Level
Njtp South: Hackensack
Hackensack
Butler
Verona
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 23 | 33.8 mi | 46m |
| Park Avenue | 28.2 mi | 41m |
| Northern Boulevard | 17.4 mi | 28m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 14 mi | 16m |
| Clove Avenue | 12.3 mi | 17m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Cross Island Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| New Jersey Turnpike | 2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Tusten, NY.
Start on NY 110
Turn left onto NY 25A
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25A
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto NY 25A
Take the ramp
Merge onto CI
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on I 80
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 23
Continue on NJ 23
Continue on NJ 23
Continue on NJ 23
Continue on NJ 23
Continue on CR 15
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
Turn straight onto NY 42; NY 97
Turn sharp left onto Crawford Road
Arrive at destination
Planning for a one-day trip gives you the luxury of choosing your own pace, but aim to leave early to avoid peak traffic congestion on the more populated sections of the route. Since the drive includes only one recommended stop, use that break strategically to refuel or stretch your legs before tackling the remaining distance. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during the longest 33.8-mile stretch on NJ 23, as service options may vary compared to the more suburban segments. Because the total duration is just over three hours, you have plenty of time to build in a comfortable rest period without feeling rushed. Prioritize checking local traffic reports before departing Huntington to ensure your route remains efficient throughout the day.
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.9 miles or 1h 35m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tusten, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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 Huntington, NY
This is one driving day of about 129.8 miles and 3h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.9 mi from Huntington, NY · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 64.9 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Tusten, 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 Tusten, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$21.13 one way
$42.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $22.90 | $45.80 |
| premium | $4.88 | $24.95 | $49.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.84 | $57.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.83
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
$21
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.63 | $6.23 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.36 | $5.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.9 | 0 | $18.17 | $8.31 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Tusten on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
59°F
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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
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.
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