Origin
Port Jervis, NY
Evening in Port Jervis on Wednesday
Local time
7:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Jervis, NY to New York City, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
70.9 mi
114 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
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 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Jervis, NY
Mel Audelo
New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Port Jervis to New York City, you are looking at a 70.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 38 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two locations. The drive primarily utilizes NJ 23, Walling Avenue, and NJ 3 to bridge the distance. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast, the transition between these points is straightforward and efficient. Overall, this is a practical, highway-focused drive that connects the quiet atmosphere of Port Jervis to the bustling energy of NYC without unnecessary complexity.
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
35.5 miles from Port Jervis, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its highway-focused nature, with about 61% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will find a mix of road types, starting with the flow of NJ 23, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 18.8 miles. As you progress toward your destination, the character of the road shifts from regional highway driving to the more dense traffic patterns typical of the approach to New York City. The transition between NJ 23, Walling Avenue, and NJ 3 keeps the route moving steadily, though you should be prepared for the change in pace as you move closer to the city. It is a functional path designed for efficiency rather than leisurely cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 18.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,349 ft
409 ft
Total Climb
1,512 ft
Total Descent
1,542 ft
Highest Point
1,349 ft
~5.9 mi in
Elevation Range
940 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 23 and Walling Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 6; US 209 / Pike Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.9 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6; US 209 / Pike Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.5 miles (US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
7
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 6; US 209 / Pike Street
Turn right onto US 6; US 209 / Pike Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
42.8 mi into trip
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~1h in
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NJ 23
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
66.5 mi into trip
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~1h 27m in
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US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hob...
8
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m 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
6
68.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
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I 78 / Holland Tunnel
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 / Holland Tunnel toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Port Jervis, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Clifton, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken.
Clifton
49 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Jersey City
66.5 mi in
|
~1h 27m
|
via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
66.5 mi in
|
~1h 27m
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via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
66.6 mi in
|
~1h 28m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 23 | 18.8 mi | 25m |
| Walling Avenue | 18.1 mi | 27m |
| NJ 3 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 2 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 1.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 23
— 18.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Jervis, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on this road
38 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto US 6; US 209
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pike Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 6; US 209
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
4
Turn right onto CR 15
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
CR 15
5
Continue on NJ 23
13 mi
·
17 min
·
NJ 23
6
Continue on NJ 23
18 mi
·
27 min
·
Walling Avenue
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on NJ 23
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
297 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 46 East: Clifton
11
Merge onto US 46
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
12
Continue on US 46
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 46
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn slight left onto NJ 3
11 mi
·
12 min
·
NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
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
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
18
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
19
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
21
Take the exit
305 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
25
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1 hour and 38-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the highway-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid peak commuting hours to ensure your travel time stays close to the 70.9-mile estimate. Since there are no formal stops required for a trip of this length, you can easily complete the journey in one go without needing to refuel along the way. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind when planning your total trip expenses. One specific tip for this route: pay close attention to your navigation as you transition between NJ 23 and the local segments of Walling Avenue, as these junctions can be busy and require quick adjustments.
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 35.5 miles from Port Jervis, NY, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.8 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.5 miles or 51m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Port Jervis, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Jervis, NY
This is one driving day of about 70.9 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Port Jervis, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NJ 23 for about 18.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Port Jervis, NY · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Port Jervis, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York City, NY
The final approach into New York City, 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
$11.67 one way
$23.34 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $12.62 | $25.24 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.74 | $27.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.65 | $31.31 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.69
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
(9.8 mi)
$0.69
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
$12
Tolls
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
New York City, NY
Evening in New York City on Wednesday
Local time
7:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 7 to 14 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 7:26PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:25PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
9 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 38m 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 Port Jervis, NY to New York City, NY covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 23, Walling Avenue, NJ 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 miles from Port Jervis, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.67 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.9 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6; US 209 / Pike Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.8 miles (NJ 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 66.5 miles (US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Port Jervis, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Clifton, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 409 ft to 1,349 ft elevation with about 1,512 ft of total climbing.
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