Trip from Poughkeepsie, NY to Staten Island, NY

Drive Time

2h 19m

Distance

100.5 mi

162 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 10m ★

6 AM

2h 19m

8 AM

2h 39m

10 AM

2h 26m

12 PM

2h 24m

3 PM

2h 27m

5 PM

2h 38m

8 PM

2h 13m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Poughkeepsie, NY

Clément Proust

Trip Overview

Spanning 100.5 miles from Poughkeepsie to Staten Island, this trek through the Northeast typically takes about 2 hours and 19 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to complete the journey. The route utilizes a combination of the New York State Thruway, NJ 17, and US 9W. While it is a straightforward drive, it is best approached with the understanding that you will be navigating through varying traffic conditions across New York and New Jersey.

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

50.2 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that balances faster segments with more technical maneuvers. Roughly 55% of your travel time will be spent on highways, providing a mix of high-speed cruising and slower, more attentive navigation. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the New York State Thruway, covering 29 miles before the character of the road shifts. As you progress toward Staten Island, the environment transitions from the more open stretches of the Thruway to the tighter, more localized patterns of NJ 17 and US 9W. Stay alert, as the frequent turns require you to remain engaged with the road layout throughout the entire trip.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 52 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?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 100.5 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 17.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 35 key points

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

17.5 mi into trip | ~27m in

Take the ramp toward I 84 West, NY 52 West

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 84 West, NY 52 West

19.7 mi into trip | ~30m 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...

50 mi into trip | ~1h 5m 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

51.4 mi into trip | ~1h 7m 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

81.3 mi into trip | ~1h 45m 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

Towns Along This Route

Between Poughkeepsie, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York State Thruway, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike - among others.

Albany

19.7 mi in | ~30m

New York State Thruway

19.7 mi in | ~30m

Jersey City

81.2 mi in | ~1h 45m | via US 1; US 9

Pulaski Skyway

81.2 mi in | ~1h 45m | via US 1; US 9

Hoboken

81.3 mi in | ~1h 45m

Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike

82.8 mi in | ~1h 48m | via I 78; NJTP

Brooklyn

94.7 mi in | ~2h 5m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
New York State Thruway	29 mi	33m
NJ 17	22.7 mi	29m
US 9W	13.9 mi	19m
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension	4.7 mi	5m
NJ 440	4.5 mi	6m
NJ 3	4.2 mi	4m
Tonnelle Avenue	2.6 mi	3m
I 84	2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 29 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Reservoir Square

48 ft · 2 sec · Reservoir Square

Continue on South Clinton Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · South Clinton Street

Turn left onto Little Smith Street

271 ft · 11 sec · Little Smith Street

Turn slight right

110 ft · 5 sec

Merge onto US 44; NY 55

0.4 mi · 37 sec · Mill Street

Turn straight onto US 44; NY 55

0.1 mi · 8 sec · East-West Arterial

Continue on US 44; NY 55

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Columbus Drive

Continue on US 44; NY 55

0.4 mi · 36 sec · Church Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 44; NY 55

1.6 mi · 3 min · Mid-Hudson Bridge

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Merge onto US 9W

14 mi · 19 min · US 9W

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto NY 32

0.2 mi · 30 sec · North Plank Road

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Toward I 84 West, NY 52 West Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 84; NY 52

2.0 mi · 2 min · I 84; NY 52

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 36A Toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State Thruway Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

427 ft · 10 sec · this road

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 40 sec

Toward I 87 South: New York City

Merge onto I 87

29 mi · 33 min · New York State Thruway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17

Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

23 mi · 29 min · NJ 17

Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Toward NJ 3 East: New York

Merge onto NJ 3

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 3

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

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

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the left lane.

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct

Continue on NJ 139

0.3 mi · 27 sec · 12th Street Viaduct

Take the exit

236 ft · 9 sec

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto Jersey Avenue

463 ft · 23 sec · Jersey Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto I 78; NJ 139

408 ft · 5 sec · 14th Street Viaduct

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 78; NJTP

4.7 mi · 5 min · New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension

Toward NJTP: New Jersey Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 14A Toward NJ 440: Bayonne Use the right lane.

Continue on Port Jersey Boulevard

0.3 mi · 17 sec · Port Jersey Boulevard

Toward NJ 440

Take the exit

357 ft · 8 sec

Toward NJ 440 South: Chosin Few Way Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward NJ 440 South Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 440

4.5 mi · 6 min · NJ 440

Use the none lane.

Continue on NY 440

1.4 mi · 2 min · Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 55 sec

Exit 10E Toward I 278 East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn

Merge onto I 278

0.8 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 11 Toward I 278 West: Bradley Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto South Gannon Avenue

198 ft · 8 sec · South Gannon Avenue

Turn right onto Bradley Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn slight right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue

Turn left onto Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue

Continue on Richmond Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road

Turn left onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue

Turn right onto Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue

Continue on Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Corona Avenue

Turn right onto Croft Court

147 ft · 6 sec · Croft Court

Arrive at destination

Croft Court

Trip Plan

Since this is a manageable 100.5-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak congestion hours is always wise. You do not need to worry about planning formal stops given the 2 hour and 19 minute duration, but keeping your fuel tank topped off before leaving Poughkeepsie helps maintain that $16 estimate. Pay close attention to the transition between the Thruway and the local roads like US 9W, as the change in speed limits and road density can be abrupt. Because there are no designated stops required for this distance, treat the drive as a continuous push to your destination. Use the fluidity of the local road segments to your advantage by checking live traffic updates before you depart.

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 50.2 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY, or about 1h 6m 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 80 miles or 1h 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 50.2 miles or 1h 6m 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 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Staten Island, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Poughkeepsie, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Poughkeepsie, NY

This is one driving day of about 100.5 miles and 2h 19m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Poughkeepsie, 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 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 50.2 mi from Poughkeepsie, NY · 1h 6m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

50 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

New York City, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.2 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.36 one way

$32.72 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$17.73	$35.46
premium	$4.88	$19.32	$38.64
diesel	$5.64	$22.33	$44.66

Estimated Tolls: $2.10

New York State Thruway (29 mi) $1.45

New Jersey Turnpike (4.7 mi) $0.65

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

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	30.2	$10.55	$4.82
Efficient EV	25.1	$8.79	$4.02
EV Truck/SUV	40.2	$14.07	$6.43

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Poughkeepsie, NY

Afternoon in Poughkeepsie on Sunday

Local time

4:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Staten Island, NY

Afternoon in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

4:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

59°F

Ramapo, NY

50 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

1 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 19m 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 Poughkeepsie, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 100.5 miles and takes about 2h 19m 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, US 9W. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 50.2 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.36 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.

Between Poughkeepsie, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York State Thruway, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Njtp: New Jersey Turnpike - among others.

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Trip from Poughkeepsie, NY to Staten Island, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Staten Island, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Poughkeepsie, NY

Staten Island, NY

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 19m on the road

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