The drive from Smithfield, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 116.5 miles and takes about 2h 56m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 22, I 684, Hutchinson River Parkway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.6 miles on State Highway 22.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.18 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
58.3 miles from Smithfield, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 25m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 116.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 56m highway drive covering 116.5 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 22 and I 684. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.6 miles on State Highway 22.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 41 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 22 and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22.
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 25 significant decision points across 116.5 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 5 miles (NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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5 mi into trip|~11m in|NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22
Turn sharp right onto NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
66 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
7
75.2 mi into trip|~1h 46m in|Hutchinson River Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Whitestone Bridge
8
89.6 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12B
Toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midt...
8
111.8 mi into trip|~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Smithfield, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
New York City
66 mi in|~1h 34m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Highway 22
33.6 mi
50m
I 684
27.4 mi
32m
Hutchinson River Parkway
15.9 mi
23m
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
7.8 mi
12m
Gowanus Expressway
4.7 mi
6m
Long Island Expressway
3.4 mi
5m
Staten Island Expressway
2.9 mi
4m
Smithfield Valley Road
2.6 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
State Highway 22
— 33.6 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Smithfield Valley Road
72 ft·3 sec·Smithfield Valley Road
2
Continue on CR 83
0.7 mi·1 min·Sn Fri Road
3
Continue on CR 83
2.6 mi·6 min·Smithfield Valley Road
4
Merge onto US 44
1.2 mi·1 min·US 44
5
Turn right onto West Lake Amenia Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Lake Amenia Road
6
Turn sharp right onto NY 22; NY 343
34 mi·50 min·State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on I 684
27 mi·32 min·I 684
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi·2 min
Exit 1Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York CityUse the straight lane.
9
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi·10 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi·12 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 678
1.2 mi·1 min·Hutchinson River Expressway
12
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi·2 min·Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
13
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi·3 min·Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
1.4 mi·2 min·Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy AirportUse the slight left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi·48 sec
Exit 12BToward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown TunnelUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 495
3.4 mi·5 min·Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 17WToward I 278 West: BrooklynUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·10 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·31 sec
Toward I 278 West: BrooklynUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto I 278
2.0 mi·3 min·Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
5.6 mi·9 min·Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278 West: Staten IslandUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 278
1.9 mi·2 min·Gowanus Expressway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
0.2 mi·17 sec·Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278: Staten Island
24
Continue on I 278
2.2 mi·3 min·Gowanus Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
0.6 mi·49 sec·Gowanus Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi·2 min·Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
27
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi·4 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 12Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft·9 sec·Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
30
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft·8 sec·Reon Avenue
31
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·North Gannon Avenue
32
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Manor Road
33
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Manor Road
34
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Rockland Avenue
35
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
36
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
37
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
38
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
39
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
40
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
41
Arrive at destination
Croft Court
Trip Plan
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 58.3 miles from Smithfield, NY, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 26 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.3 miles or 1h 25m 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 17m
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 Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, NY
This is one driving day of about 116.5 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Smithfield, 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 State Highway 22 for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.3 mi from Smithfield, NY
· 1h 25m into the drive
The midpoint is around 58.3 miles from Smithfield, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 100.4
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 100.4
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 100.4
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 100.4
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...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 100.4
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 100.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.18 one way
$38.35 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$20.74
$41.47
premium
$4.92
$22.58
$45.16
diesel
$5.61
$25.72
$51.44
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
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
$19
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.9
0
$12.23
$5.59
Efficient EV
29.1
0
$10.19
$4.66
EV Truck/SUV
46.6
0
$16.31
$7.46
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Smithfield, NY
Morning
in Smithfield on Friday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Morning
in Staten Island on Friday
Local time
8:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
6 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 56m 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 Smithfield, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 116.5 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 22, I 684, Hutchinson River 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 58.3 miles from Smithfield, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.18 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 25 significant decision points across 116.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Smithfield, NY to Staten Island, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
