Origin
Kaser, NY
Night in Kaser on Thursday
Local time
11:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kaser, NY to Queens, NY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
46 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kaser, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Queens, NY
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Trip Overview
This 46-mile trip from Kaser, NY to Queens, NY takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes to complete. Since it's a relatively short drive with a low estimated fuel cost of $7, it's perfectly suited as a single-day excursion. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, so expect a more connected experience to the areas you're passing through. The route stays within New York, offering a straightforward journey through the Northeast region. This drive is ideal if you're looking for a quick and efficient way to get between these two points without a significant time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 46 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This journey is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a highway share of 0%. You won't encounter any long stretches of uninterrupted highway here; instead, prepare for a more engaged driving experience with frequent turns and transitions. The main roads you'll be on include Main Street, Highway 59, and East Central Avenue, indicating a route that winds through communities rather than bypassing them. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not a factor, suggesting constant interaction with local traffic patterns and road networks. This drive will feel like you're truly moving through the landscape, with plenty of opportunities to observe the surroundings.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Kaser, NY to Queens, NY is easy. At 1h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kaser, NY to Queens, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | — | — |
| Highway 59 | — | — |
| East Central Avenue | — | — |
| New York | — | — |
| Palisades Interstate Parkway | — | — |
| George Washington Bridge (upper level) | — | — |
| Trans-Manhattan Expressway | — | — |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kaser, NY and Queens, NY.
1
Start on Phyllis Terrace
213 ft
·
17 sec
·
Phyllis Terrace
2
Turn left onto Main Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto State Highway 59
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 59
4
Continue on East Central Avenue
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Central Avenue
5
Take the ramp straight toward New York, Palisades Interstate Parkway South
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
New York, Palisades Interstate Parkway South
6
Merge slight left onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
18 mi
·
25 min
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway
7
Merge slight left
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
8
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
9
Continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
10
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens
12
Merge slight left onto Hutchinson River Expressway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hutchinson River Expressway
13
Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
14
Continue on Whitestone Expressway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Whitestone Expressway
15
Keep slight left to continue on Van Wyck Expressway
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
16
Take the exit slight right toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue
17
Keep slight right to continue on Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
18
Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway West
19
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Liberty Avenue
20
Turn left onto 104th Street
207 ft
·
9 sec
·
104th Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23 mi from Kaser, NY · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Kaser, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.57 one way
$15.14 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.92 | $17.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.16 | $20.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$23
Total
$30
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Queens, NY
Night in Queens on Thursday
Local time
11:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
3 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 14m 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 Kaser, NY to Queens, NY covers 46 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Highway 59, East Central Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23 miles from Kaser, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.57 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.
The drive from Kaser, NY to Queens, NY is easy. At 1h 14m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kaser, NY to Queens, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kaser, NY to Queens, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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