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Trip from Lackawanna, NY to Staten Island, NY

Drive Time

8h

Distance

372.7 mi

600 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
7h 51m ★
6 AM
8h 0m
8 AM
8h 17m
10 AM
8h 6m
12 PM
8h 4m
3 PM
8h 7m
5 PM
8h 16m
8 PM
7h 55m

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

The drive from Lackawanna, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 372.7 miles and takes about 8h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, Keystone Shortway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $60.67 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

186.3 miles from Lackawanna, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 58m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 8h highway drive covering 372.7 miles, with most of the trip on Southern Tier Expressway and I 81. The longest continuous stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 65 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 104.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 40 significant decision points across 372.7 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 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 252 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 327.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 40 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
3.5 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the exit toward NY 400, NY 16: West Seneca, East Aurora

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 54 Toward NY 400, NY 16: West Seneca, East Aurora
9
252 mi into trip | ~5h 16m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
327.2 mi into trip | ~6h 48m in

Take the exit toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong
8
357.9 mi into trip | ~7h 26m in

Take the exit toward Hillside, Irvington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington
8
358 mi into trip | ~7h 27m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Hillside

Towns Along This Route

Between Lackawanna, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.

Mt Pocono

252 mi in | ~5h 16m | via US 6

Milford

252.7 mi in | ~5h 17m | via I 84; I 380

Lake Hopatcong

327.2 mi in | ~6h 48m

Morristown Airport

341.4 mi in | ~7h 6m

New York City

352.7 mi in | ~7h 20m

Newark

352.7 mi in | ~7h 20m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern Tier Expressway 104.5 mi 2h 2m
I 81 53.4 mi 1h 3m
Keystone Shortway 46.1 mi 59m
Genesee Expressway 32.6 mi 37m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Aurora Expressway 12.4 mi 14m
Varysburg Road 10.9 mi 15m
Big Tree Road 10.5 mi 15m
Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lackawanna, NY and Staten Island, NY.

1

Start on Ridge Road

1.8 mi · 4 min · Ridge Road
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 90 East, US 219 North
3

Merge onto US 219

0.6 mi · 47 sec · US 219
4

Merge onto I 90

0.9 mi · 1 min · New York State Thruway
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 54 Toward NY 400, NY 16: West Seneca, East Aurora Use the slight right lane.
6

Continue on NY 400

12 mi · 14 min · Aurora Expressway
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward US 20A, NY 78: East Aurora
8

Turn left onto US 20A; NY 78

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Main Street
9

Continue on US 20A; NY 78

11 mi · 15 min · Big Tree Road
10

Continue on US 20A

11 mi · 15 min · Varysburg Road
11

Continue on US 20A

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Buffalo Road
12

Continue on US 20A

4.6 mi · 8 min · West Buffalo Street
13

Continue on US 20A

7.4 mi · 10 min · Perry Center Road
14

Continue on CR 64

2.3 mi · 3 min · Perry Road
15

Turn right onto NY 36

1.3 mi · 1 min · Mount Morris Road
16

Continue on NY 36

1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
17

Continue on NY 36

4.1 mi · 7 min · Sonyea Road
18

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
19

Merge onto I 390

33 mi · 37 min · Genesee Expressway
20

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway
21

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
22

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6
Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.
24

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
25

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
26

Merge onto I 80

46 mi · 59 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 28 Toward US 46 East: Ledgewood, Lake Hopatcong Use the slight right lane.
28

Continue on CR 631

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Ledgewood Road
29

Continue on US 46

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 46
30

Continue on US 46

213 ft · 4 sec · US 46
Use the left / uturn / straight lanes.
31

Turn straight onto NJ 10

9.2 mi · 11 min · Route 10 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Continue on NJ 10

3.5 mi · 4 min · NJ 10
Use the right lane.
33

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 287 South: Morristown, Morristown Airport
34

Merge onto I 287

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 287
35

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 37 Toward NJ 24 East: Springfield Use the slight right lane.
36

Continue on NJ 24

9.3 mi · 10 min · NJ 24
Use the straight lane.
37

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec
Toward I 78 East: Holland Tunnel, New York City, Newark
38

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 78 East Local: Newark Use the slight right lane.
39

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 54 Toward Hillside, Irvington Use the slight right lane.
41

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 29 sec
Toward Hillside Use the straight / right lanes.
42

Continue on Winans Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Winans Avenue
43

Turn right onto Liberty Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · Liberty Avenue
44

Turn left onto CR 628

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Hillside Avenue
45

Continue on CR 628

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hillside Avenue
46

At end of road, turn right onto CR 623

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Broad Street
47

Continue on CR 623

1.4 mi · 3 min · Broad Street
48

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Bayway
49

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Brunswick Avenue
Use the left lane.
50

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 1 min
Toward I 278 Toll East: Goethals Bridge
51

Merge onto I 278

1.3 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge
52

Continue on I 278

2.2 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
53

Keep slight left at fork onto I 278

0.9 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
54

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.
55

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue
56

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
57

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
58

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
59

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
60

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
61

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
62

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
63

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
64

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court
65

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

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 186.3 miles from Lackawanna, NY, or about 3h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 82 miles or 1h 56m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 186.3 miles or 3h 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 29m

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 Lackawanna, 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 Lackawanna, NY

This is one driving day of about 372.7 miles and 8h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Lackawanna, 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.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 186.3 mi from Lackawanna, NY · 3h 58m into the drive

Downtown Syracuse, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Syracuse, NY

186 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

Hornell, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Syracuse, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 186.3 miles from Lackawanna, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.

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.

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 359.8
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 359.8
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 359.8
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 359.8
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 359.8
View on nps.gov
Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 372.7
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$60.67 one way

$121.35 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 130 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $65.75 $131.50
premium $4.88 $71.65 $143.30
diesel $5.64 $82.80 $165.60

Estimated Tolls: $16.04

Goethals Bridge $16.00
New York State Thruway (0.9 mi) $0.04

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

$61

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$102–$127

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 130.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 111.8 1 $39.13 $17.89
Efficient EV 93.2 1 $32.61 $14.91
EV Truck/SUV 149.1 1 $52.18 $23.85

Gas CO2

130 kg

EV CO2

44 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Lackawanna, NY

Morning in Lackawanna on Monday

Local time

9:23 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Morning in Staten Island on Monday

Local time

9:23 AM

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

11 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 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 Lackawanna, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 372.7 miles and takes about 8h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, I 81, Keystone Shortway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 186.3 miles from Lackawanna, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.67 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 40 significant decision points across 372.7 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 3.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 252 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 327.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Lackawanna, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Lake Hopatcong, Morristown Airport, New York City and Newark.

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