Origin
Islip Terrace, NY
Afternoon in Islip Terrace on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Islip Terrace, NY to Staten Island, NY
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
66.7 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Islip Terrace, NY
Mel Audelo
Trip Overview
Stretching 66.7 miles across the Northeast, this trip from Islip Terrace to Staten Island is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 39 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to complete the transit. By sticking to major corridors, you keep the travel time manageable despite the density of the region. Whether you are heading into the city or navigating between boroughs, this route offers a practical connection that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
33.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 84% of your time spent on major parkways. You will navigate a mix of the Heckscher State Parkway, Southern State Parkway, and the Belt Parkway to complete your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 25.4-mile run along the Southern State Parkway, which dictates the overall pace of the trip. Expect a steady, interstate-style experience rather than a winding backroads adventure. Because the route relies heavily on these primary arteries, you should prepare for a consistent, high-speed flow of traffic throughout the duration of your travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 25.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Belt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 66.7 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 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (SO / Southern State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.6 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.
8
2 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the exit toward NY 27A, CR 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale, Great River
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 46A
Toward NY 27A, CR 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale,...
6
10.5 mi into trip
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~14m in
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SO / Southern State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto SO / Southern State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
56.6 mi into trip
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~1h 17m 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
57.2 mi into trip
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~1h 18m 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
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m 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 Along This Route
On the drive from Islip Terrace, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level along the way.
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
57.2 mi in
|
~1h 18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern State Parkway | 25.4 mi | 32m |
| Belt Parkway | 20.9 mi | 30m |
| Heckscher State Parkway | 6.9 mi | 8m |
| Staten Island Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Manor Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Sunrise Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Montauk Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 25.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Islip Terrace, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on NY 27
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sunrise Highway
2
Take the exit
442 ft
·
18 sec
Exit 46A
Toward NY 27A, CR 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale, Great River
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn right onto NY 27A
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Montauk Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward To NY 27: Southern Parkway west, New York
5
Merge onto H
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Heckscher State Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on SO
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
25 mi
·
32 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
8
Continue on BP
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto BP
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
14
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
15
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft
·
9 sec
·
Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft
·
8 sec
·
Reon Avenue
19
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Gannon Avenue
20
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Manor Road
Use the none lane.
21
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Manor Road
22
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockland Avenue
23
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Richmond Road
24
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Kensico Street
25
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft
·
13 sec
·
Clarke Avenue
26
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cotter Avenue
27
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Corona Avenue
28
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft
·
6 sec
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Croft Court
29
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Since this is a 1-day trip with no scheduled stops, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. Given the highway-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain that estimated 1 hour and 39-minute travel time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the parkways, as options to pull over are limited once you are on the main thoroughfares. Because the drive covers 66.7 miles without mandatory breaks, make sure you are comfortable behind the wheel for the full stretch. A great tip for this specific drive is to monitor live traffic reports for the Southern State Parkway before you leave, as this 25.4-mile section is the primary variable affecting your arrival time.
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 33.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.4 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 66.7 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.4 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 17m
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 Islip Terrace, 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 Islip Terrace, NY
This is one driving day of about 66.7 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Islip Terrace, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Southern State Parkway for about 25.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.4 mi from Islip Terrace, NY · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.86 one way
$21.72 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $11.77 | $23.53 |
| premium | $4.88 | $12.82 | $25.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.82 | $29.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.84 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.34 | $4.27 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
4:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
8 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
1h 39m 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 Islip Terrace, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 66.7 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern State Parkway, Belt Parkway, Heckscher State Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.86 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 demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 66.7 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 2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (SO / Southern State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Islip Terrace, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level along the way.
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