Origin
Manhattan, NY
Afternoon in Manhattan on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manhattan, NY to Tusten, NY
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
98.6 mi
159 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 42m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manhattan, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Tusten, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Escaping Manhattan for Tusten, New York, covers approximately 98.6 miles and typically takes 2 hours and 23 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, you can easily complete it as a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $16 on fuel for the journey. Since both points are located within the Northeast, you will remain in the same geographic region throughout your travel. This route is best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads over highway driving, as it avoids high-speed interstates entirely.
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
49.3 miles from Manhattan, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route relies on surface streets like West 86th Street, Columbus Avenue, and 9th Avenue. With a highway share of 0%, you won't experience any high-speed stretches; in fact, the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on West 86th Street. You should anticipate a technical, hands-on driving experience that requires constant navigation through local infrastructure. It is a slow-paced, deliberate journey that prioritizes local connectivity over rapid transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.4 miles in near Columbus Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 98.6 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 0.4 miles (Columbus Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (West 41st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Columbus Avenue
Turn left onto Columbus Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
2.6 mi into trip
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~7m in
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West 41st Street
Turn right onto West 41st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
6
6.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
8
6.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Manhattan, NY to Tusten, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Butler along the way.
Butler
20.7 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 23 | 34.5 mi | 47m |
| Park Avenue | 28.2 mi | 41m |
| Clove Avenue | 12.3 mi | 17m |
| NJ 3 | 10.2 mi | 12m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Lincoln Tunnel | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 2 mi | 2m |
| Columbus Avenue | 1.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 23
— 34.5 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manhattan, NY and Tusten, NY.
1
Start on 86th Street Transverse
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
86th Street Transverse
2
Continue on West 86th Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 86th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto Columbus Avenue
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Columbus Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Continue on 9th Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
9th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto West 41st Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West 41st Street
Use the right lane.
6
Turn left onto Galvin Avenue
262 ft
·
11 sec
·
Galvin Avenue
Toward Lincoln Tunnel
7
Take the ramp
477 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 495 West: Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey
Use the straight lane.
8
Merge onto NY 495
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Secaucus
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
453 ft
·
7 sec
Toward NJ 3 West: Clifton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto NJ 3
10 mi
·
12 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto US 46
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
US 46
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 80 West, NJ 23 North: Delaware Water Gap, Butler
14
Merge onto NJ 23
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on NJ 23
30 mi
·
41 min
·
NJ 23
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on NJ 23
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
Loomis Avenue
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on NJ 23
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Bank Street
18
Continue on NJ 23
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Clove Avenue
19
Continue on CR 15
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
CR 15
Use the left lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn straight onto NY 42; NY 97
28 mi
·
41 min
·
Park Avenue
22
Turn sharp left onto Crawford Road
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Crawford Road
23
Arrive at destination
Crawford Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 2-hour and 23-minute trek, consider departing during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic congestion on the local roads. Since there are no scheduled stops, you have the flexibility to plan your own breaks whenever you need to stretch your legs. Keep your $16 fuel budget in mind as you prep your vehicle for the trip. Because the route is entirely local, pay close attention to changing speed limits and intersection turns. A smart tip for this specific drive is to use a reliable GPS app to help manage the frequent turns, as the lack of highway signage can make navigation challenging.
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 49.3 miles from Manhattan, NY, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 80 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.3 miles or 1h 11m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tusten, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Manhattan, 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 Manhattan, NY
This is one driving day of about 98.6 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Manhattan, 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 NJ 23 for about 34.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.3 mi from Manhattan, NY · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 49.3 miles from Manhattan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tusten, NY
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.05 one way
$32.10 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $17.39 | $34.79 |
| premium | $4.88 | $18.96 | $37.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.91 | $43.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Lincoln Tunnel
$16.00
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
$16
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.35 | $4.73 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.63 | $3.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.80 | $6.31 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Tusten, NY
Afternoon in Tusten on Sunday
Local time
4:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
49 mi in
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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 23m 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 Manhattan, NY to Tusten, NY covers 98.6 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 23, Park Avenue, Clove Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.3 miles from Manhattan, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.05 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 15 significant decision points across 98.6 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 0.4 miles (Columbus Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (West 41st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Manhattan, NY to Tusten, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Butler along the way.
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