The drive from Southampton, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 35m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sunrise Highway, Belt Parkway, County Road 39 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.3 miles on Sunrise Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.22 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
52.3 miles from Southampton, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Staten Island is New York City's "Forgotten Borough" across New York Harbor from Manhattan. Staten Island may seem like it's in an entirely different world than the hustle and bustle expected in New York City. However, it still has some of the features you've come to expect from the city. This combination of city influences and its rural origins have created a unique borough that is a great place to visit.
Top landmarks
•Bayonne Bridge — arch bridge connecting Staten Island, NY with Bayonne, NJ
•Staten Island Museum — museum in Staten Island, New York
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 104.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 35m drive with frequent turns across 104.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunrise Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 70.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
106 ft8 ft
Total Climb
189 ft
Total Descent
143 ft
Highest Point
106 ft
~97.1 mi in
Elevation Range
98 ft
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 1 miles in near NY 27; CR 39 / County Road 39.
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 16 significant decision points across 104.6 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 1 miles (NY 27; CR 39 / County Road 39): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 94.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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1 mi into trip|~2m in|NY 27; CR 39 / County Road 39
Turn left onto NY 27; CR 39 / County Road 39
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
77.3 mi into trip|~1h 47m in|BP / Belt Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
94.5 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
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 3
Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Isl...
7
95.1 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
8
99.9 mi into trip|~2h 22m 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.
Between Southampton, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level.
Belt Parkway West
75.3 mi in|~1h 44m
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level
95.1 mi in|~2h 14m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Sunrise Highway
70.3 mi
1h 33m
Belt Parkway
19 mi
28m
County Road 39
4 mi
8m
Staten Island Expressway
2.9 mi
4m
Manor Road
2.1 mi
5m
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
1.4 mi
2m
Richmond Road
0.7 mi
1m
North Sea Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 70.3 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southampton, NY and Staten Island, NY.
1
Start on Main Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on North Sea Road
0.7 mi·1 min·North Sea Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto NY 27; CR 39
4.0 mi·8 min·County Road 39
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on NY 27
70 mi·1 hr 33 min·Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
6
Merge onto BP
1.8 mi·2 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
17 mi·25 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 3Toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten IslandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower LevelUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi·9 sec·Gowanus Expressway
11
Continue on I 278
1.4 mi·2 min·Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
12
Continue on I 278
2.9 mi·4 min·Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 12Toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on Reon Avenue
397 ft·9 sec·Reon Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Continue on Reon Avenue
358 ft·8 sec·Reon Avenue
16
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
0.1 mi·21 sec·North Gannon Avenue
17
Turn left onto Manor Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Manor Road
18
Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi·3 min·Manor Road
19
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Rockland Avenue
20
Continue on Richmond Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Richmond Road
21
Turn left onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Kensico Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
284 ft·13 sec·Clarke Avenue
23
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi·54 sec·Cotter Avenue
24
Continue on Corona Avenue
0.2 mi·40 sec·Corona Avenue
25
Turn right onto Croft Court
147 ft·6 sec·Croft Court
26
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 52.3 miles from Southampton, NY, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.3 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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.3 miles or 1h 13m 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
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 Southampton, 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 Southampton, NY
This is one driving day of about 104.6 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Southampton, 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 Sunrise Highway for about 70.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.3 mi from Southampton, NY
· 1h 13m 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.
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
2 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 86.6
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 36.1
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 93.8
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 97.4
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 93.8
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 93.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.22 one way
$34.44 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg37 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$18.62
$37.24
premium
$4.92
$20.27
$40.55
diesel
$5.61
$23.09
$46.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.4
0
$10.98
$5.02
Efficient EV
26.2
0
$9.15
$4.18
EV Truck/SUV
41.8
0
$14.64
$6.69
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Southampton, NY
Morning
in Southampton on Saturday
Local time
10:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Staten Island, NY
Morning
in Staten Island on Saturday
Local time
10:05 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
E 6 to 12 mph0% chanceLive 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
20 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 35m 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 Southampton, NY to Staten Island, NY covers 104.6 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Belt Parkway, County Road 39. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.3 miles from Southampton, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.22 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 16 significant decision points across 104.6 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 1 miles (NY 27; CR 39 / County Road 39): Lane positioning matters here; at 77.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 94.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Southampton, NY and Staten Island, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West and Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Lower Level.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 8 ft to 106 ft elevation with about 189 ft of total climbing.
