Origin
Irondequoit, NY
Afternoon in Irondequoit on Monday
Local time
1:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Irondequoit, NY to Queens, NY
Drive Time
7h 8m
Distance
329 mi
529 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 58m
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6 AM
7h 9m
8 AM
7h 31m
10 AM
7h 16m
12 PM
7h 14m
3 PM
7h 18m
5 PM
7h 30m
8 PM
7h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Irondequoit, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Queens, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Irondequoit to Queens covers 356.3 miles, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 55 minutes behind the wheel. Because this route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight highway shot, it is best approached as a dedicated day trip. You should budget approximately $56 for fuel to complete the trek across New York state. While the drive is manageable in a single day, the winding nature of the roads means you will spend significant time navigating rather than cruising. Since both locations are within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional climate throughout the trip, though traffic patterns will intensify as you near the city.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
164.5 miles from Irondequoit, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical experience on this route, as it is defined by turn-heavy local roads rather than high-speed interstate travel. With a highway share of 0%, you won't find the monotonous rhythm of a long, straight freeway; instead, the trip demands your full attention as you navigate constant changes in direction. This lack of highway miles makes the 356.3-mile distance feel more substantial than it might on a major expressway. You will experience a steady, hands-on driving environment from start to finish. Prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace that rewards drivers who prefer local exploration over the rapid movement of major transit corridors.
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.
North Kings Highway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
1,773 ft
16 ft
Total Climb
3,035 ft
Total Descent
3,382 ft
Highest Point
1,773 ft
~205.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,756 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Irondequoit, NY to Queens, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Kings Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Titus Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Outer Loop | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 490 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eastern Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 90 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New York State Thruway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NY 414 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Kings Highway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Irondequoit, NY and Queens, NY.
1
Start on Cranbrooke Drive
39 ft
·
7 sec
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Cranbrooke Drive
2
Turn left onto North Kings Highway
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Kings Highway
3
Turn left onto Titus Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Titus Avenue
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Outer Loop
16 ft
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Outer Loop
5
Exit the roundabout onto Outer Loop
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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Outer Loop
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown Rochester
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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I 490 East, I 490 West: Victor, Downtown Rochester
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 490 East: Victor
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
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I 490 East: Victor
8
Merge slight left onto Eastern Expressway
11 mi
·
13 min
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Eastern Expressway
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 East: Albany
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
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I 90 East: Albany
10
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
30 mi
·
34 min
·
New York State Thruway
11
Take the exit slight right toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
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NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
12
Keep slight right
328 ft
·
8 sec
13
Continue on State Route 414
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
State Route 414
14
Turn left
4.1 mi
·
7 min
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Auburn Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
16
Continue on Clark Street Road
9.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Clark Street Road
17
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
·
12 sec
·
State Street
18
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Dill Street
19
Continue on Loop Road
459 ft
·
17 sec
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Loop Road
20
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
·
9 min
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Genesee Street
21
Continue on West Genesee Street Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
West Genesee Street Road
22
Turn right onto East Lake Street
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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East Lake Street
23
Continue on East Lake Road
9.4 mi
·
13 min
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East Lake Road
24
Continue on State Route 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 41
25
Continue on East Lake Road
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
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East Lake Road
26
Continue on State Highway 41
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 41
27
Turn right onto North West Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
28
Take the ramp left
0.7 mi
·
1 min
29
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Binghamton
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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I 81 South: Binghamton
30
Merge slight left
45 mi
·
54 min
31
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81 South: Scranton
32
Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
33
Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
34
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380 South: Mount Pocono
35
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 East: Stroudsburg
36
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
71 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
Keystone Shortway
37
Take the exit slight right toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
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US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel
38
Merge slight right
2.1 mi
·
2 min
39
Continue straight
1.6 mi
·
1 min
40
Turn slight left
11 mi
·
11 min
41
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard
42
Merge slight right
1.1 mi
·
1 min
43
Take the exit slight right toward Weehawken, Hoboken, Ferries to New York City
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Weehawken, Hoboken, Ferries to New York City
44
Continue on South Marginal Highway
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
South Marginal Highway
45
Turn right onto Boulevard East
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Boulevard East
46
Take the ramp right toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City
125 ft
·
15 sec
·
Lincoln Tunnel, New York City
47
Turn right onto Lincoln Tunnel access
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Lincoln Tunnel access
48
Merge slight left onto Lincoln Tunnel
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Lincoln Tunnel
49
Keep slight right to continue on Dyer Avenue
266 ft
·
7 sec
·
Dyer Avenue
50
Keep slight right to continue on 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden
335 ft
·
8 sec
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36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden
51
Continue on Dyer Avenue
351 ft
·
20 sec
·
Dyer Avenue
52
Turn left onto West 36th Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West 36th Street
53
Take the ramp straight toward I 495: Queens-Midtown Tunnel
69 ft
·
2 sec
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I 495: Queens-Midtown Tunnel
54
Keep slight left
2.5 mi
·
4 min
55
Take the exit slight right toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport
56
Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Island Expressway
57
Take the exit slight right toward NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard
58
Keep slight right to continue on NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
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NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
59
Keep slight right to continue on Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways
60
Turn right onto Woodhaven Boulevard
3.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Woodhaven Boulevard
61
Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard
344 ft
·
10 sec
·
Rockaway Boulevard
62
Turn slight left onto Liberty Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Avenue
63
Turn right onto 104th Street
207 ft
·
9 sec
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104th Street
64
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour and 55-minute journey, plan to depart early in the morning to avoid the heaviest congestion as you approach the Queens area. Since this is a turn-heavy route without highway stretches, your focus will be taxed more than on a standard interstate trip, so schedule regular breaks to stay alert. Budgeting the $56 fuel cost ahead of time will keep your logistics simple, though you should keep an eye on your tank levels, as local roads can lead to unpredictable fuel stop availability. Given the nature of the drive, flexibility is your greatest asset; don't hesitate to pull over for a quick rest if the technical, winding segments become fatiguing.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 164.5 miles from Irondequoit, NY, or about 3h 34m into the drive.
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 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.5 miles or 3h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Irondequoit, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Irondequoit, NY
This is one driving day of about 329 miles and 7h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Irondequoit, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 164.5 mi from Irondequoit, NY · 3h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 164.5 miles from Irondequoit, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$53.56 one way
$107.12 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
115 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $58.04 | $116.08 |
| premium | $4.88 | $63.25 | $126.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $73.09 | $146.18 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
$0.00
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
$54
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.7 | 1 | $34.55 | $15.79 |
| Efficient EV | 82.3 | 0 | $28.79 | $13.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.6 | 1 | $46.06 | $21.06 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% 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
Afternoon in Queens on Monday
Local time
1:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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.
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
22 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
7h 8m 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 Irondequoit, NY to Queens, NY covers 329 miles and takes about 7h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Kings Highway, Titus Avenue, Outer Loop. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 164.5 miles from Irondequoit, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $53.56 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 8m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Irondequoit, NY to Queens, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Irondequoit, NY to Queens, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. The route ranges from 16 ft to 1,773 ft elevation with about 3,035 ft of total climbing.
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