This 131.2-mile drive from Pine Plains, NY to Staten Island, NY is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 57 minutes. You'll be spending about 68% of your journey on highways, making it a mostly efficient trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $21, and with just one recommended stop, it's a straightforward route. This drive primarily stays within the Northeast region, offering a practical way to connect two points in New York. Its highway-focused profile suggests a smooth, though not necessarily scenic, transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
65.6 miles from Pine Plains, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 131.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 131.2-mile trip. You'll primarily navigate on the New York State Thruway and NJ 17, with portions of the Taconic State Parkway mixed in. With 68% of the route on highways, much of your time will be spent at higher speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29 miles on the New York State Thruway, indicating periods of continuous, flowing traffic. The character of the drive is likely to be efficient and direct, rather than winding or particularly picturesque.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 46 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 29 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on New York State Thruway and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 131.2 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 50.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.8 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.2 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 33 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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50.5 mi into trip|~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State Thruway
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 36A
Toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York St...
9
80.8 mi into trip|~1h 43m in|NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
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82.2 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
112.1 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
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113.5 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Pine Plains, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Beacon, Albany, New York State Thruway, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken - among others.
Beacon
34.3 mi in|~48m
Albany
50.5 mi in|~1h 8m
New York State Thruway
50.5 mi in|~1h 8m
Jersey City
112 mi in|~2h 23m|via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
112 mi in|~2h 23m|via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
112.1 mi in|~2h 23m
Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike
113.6 mi in|~2h 26m|via I 78; NJTP
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
29 mi
33m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
Taconic State Parkway
17.5 mi
23m
I 84
15.8 mi
19m
State Highway 82
15.2 mi
21m
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
4.7 mi
5m
NJ 440
4.5 mi
6m
NJ 3
4.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 29 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Plains, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on NY 82; NY 199
48 ft·9 sec·East Church Street
2
Turn left onto NY 82
0.6 mi·1 min·South Main Street
3
Continue on NY 82
15 mi·21 min·State Highway 82
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 44
0.8 mi·1 min·US 44
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
6
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
18 mi·23 min·Taconic State Parkway
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward I 84 West: Newburgh, Beacon
8
Merge onto I 84
16 mi·19 min·I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 36AToward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State ThruwayUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on this road
427 ft·10 sec·this road
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·40 sec
Toward I 87 South: New York City
12
Merge onto I 87
29 mi·33 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
15
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
17
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
21
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
22
Continue on NJ 139
0.3 mi·27 sec·12th Street Viaduct
23
Take the exit
236 ft·9 sec
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
463 ft·23 sec·Jersey Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139
408 ft·5 sec·14th Street Viaduct
Use the left lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP
4.7 mi·5 min·New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
Toward NJTP: New Jersey TurnpikeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 14AToward NJ 440: BayonneUse the right lane.
28
Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard
0.3 mi·17 sec·Port Jersey Boulevard
Toward NJ 440
29
Take the exit
357 ft·8 sec
Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few WayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 440 SouthUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
31
Merge onto NJ 440
4.5 mi·6 min·NJ 440
32
Continue on NY 440
1.4 mi·2 min·Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
33
Take the exit
0.6 mi·55 sec
Exit 10EToward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
34
Merge onto I 278
0.8 mi·1 min·Staten Island Expressway
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 11Toward I 278 West: Bradley AvenueUse the slight right lane.
36
Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue
198 ft·8 sec·South Gannon Avenue
37
Turn right onto Bradley Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Bradley Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
38
Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue
0.8 mi·2 min·Brielle Avenue
39
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·Rockland Avenue
40
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
41
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
42
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
43
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
44
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
45
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
46
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
Given this route's manageable 2 hour and 57-minute duration, it’s ideal for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop to break up the 131.2 miles, perhaps around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed. The $21 fuel cost is a good estimate to keep in mind. Since the longest stretch is 29 miles on the New York State Thruway, be aware of potential traffic buildup on this segment, especially during peak hours. Leaving earlier in the morning can help you avoid congestion as you approach Staten Island.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.6 miles from Pine Plains, NY, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29 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 29 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.6 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 18m
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 Pine Plains, 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 Pine Plains, NY
This is one driving day of about 131.2 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Pine Plains, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 29 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 65.6 mi from Pine Plains, NY
· 1h 26m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Free
near mile 117.7
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 113.1
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...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 113.1
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 113.1
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 113.1
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 113.1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.4
0
$13.78
$6.30
Efficient EV
32.8
0
$11.48
$5.25
EV Truck/SUV
52.5
0
$18.37
$8.40
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Pine Plains, NY
Evening
in Pine Plains on Thursday
Local time
6:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Evening
in Staten Island on Thursday
Local time
6:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny
S 10 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 16 at 5:26PM EDT until April 16 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
57°F
Ramapo, NY
66 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
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
2h 57m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pine Plains, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 131.2 miles and takes about 2h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, NJ 17, Taconic 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 65.6 miles from Pine Plains, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.60 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 131.2 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 50.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80.8 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.2 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Pine Plains, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Beacon, Albany, New York State Thruway, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken - among others.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Statue Of Liberty National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
