Trip from Staten Island, NY to Albion, NY

Drive Time

7h 39m

Distance

350.4 mi

564 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

Downtown Albion, NY, NY

Photo: Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

The drive from Staten Island, NY to Albion, NY covers 350.4 miles and takes about 7h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 81, New York State Thruway, Christopher Columbus Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97.3 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.04 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

175.2 miles from Staten Island, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 49m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 7h 39m drive with frequent turns across 350.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 87 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 97.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes

1,984 ft 72 ft

Total Climb

3,505 ft

Total Descent

3,043 ft

Highest Point

1,984 ft

~102.2 mi in

Elevation Range

1,912 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 9 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 53 significant decision points across 350.4 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 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 53 key points

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

8
9 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth

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 3B; 3C Toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth
8
9 mi into trip | ~19m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 439 West: Elizabeth, Bayway Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 3B Toward NJ 439 West: Elizabeth, Bayway Avenue
7
19.8 mi into trip | ~38m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 24 West: Springfield, Morristown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 48 Toward NJ 24 West: Springfield, Morristown
8
30.9 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the exit toward NJ 10: Dover, Whippany

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 39 Toward NJ 10: Dover, Whippany
8
321.8 mi into trip | ~7h 4m in

Take the exit toward NY 531 West: Spencerport, Brockport

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 8 Toward NY 531 West: Spencerport, Brockport

Towns Along This Route

Between Staten Island, NY and Albion, NY, road signs point toward Morristown, Whippany, Albany and Brockport.

Morristown

19.8 mi in | ~38m

Whippany

30.9 mi in | ~52m

Albany

178.8 mi in | ~3h 53m | via I 81

Brockport

321.8 mi in | ~7h 4m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 97.3 mi 1h 55m
New York State Thruway 30.3 mi 34m
Christopher Columbus Highway 29 mi 34m
I 380 27.7 mi 30m
Keystone Shortway 17.3 mi 24m
Eastern Expressway 15.3 mi 19m
NJ 10 12.8 mi 18m
Clinton Street 10.5 mi 15m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 97.3 mi, about 1h 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Croft Court

147 ft · 13 sec · Croft Court
2

Turn left onto Corona Avenue

0.2 mi · 38 sec · Corona Avenue
3

Continue on Cotter Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · Cotter Avenue
4

At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue

284 ft · 13 sec · Clarke Avenue
5

Turn right onto Kensico Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Kensico Street
6

At end of road, turn right onto Richmond Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Richmond Road
7

Continue on Richmond Road

447 ft · 14 sec · Richmond Road
8

Continue on Rockland Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Rockland Avenue
9

Turn right onto Brielle Avenue

0.8 mi · 2 min · Brielle Avenue
10

Turn left onto Bradley Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bradley Avenue
Use the left lane.
11

Turn left onto North Gannon Avenue

364 ft · 8 sec · North Gannon Avenue
Use the left lane.
12

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 278 West: Staten Island Expressway, Goethals Bridge, Elizabeth
13

Merge onto I 278

2.1 mi · 3 min · Staten Island Expressway
14

Keep slight left at fork onto Staten Island Expressway

1.1 mi · 1 min · Staten Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on I 278

1.4 mi · 2 min · Goethals Bridge
16

Take the exit

150 ft · 4 sec
Exit 3B; 3C Toward NJ 439 North: Bayway Avenue, Elizabeth Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Exit 3B Toward NJ 439 West: Elizabeth, Bayway Avenue
18

Turn left onto NJ 439

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Brunswick Avenue
19

Turn right onto NJ 439

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Bayway
Use the right lane.
20

Turn right onto CR 623

2.0 mi · 5 min · South Broad Street
Use the straight lane.
21

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 27

1.6 mi · 2 min · North Broad Street
22

Turn left onto CR 628

1.0 mi · 1 min · Hillside Avenue
Use the left lane.
23

Turn right onto CR 509

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Chestnut Avenue
Use the right lane.
24

Turn right onto Paine Avenue

367 ft · 12 sec · Paine Avenue
25

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 78 West
26

Merge onto I 78

4.6 mi · 5 min · Phillipsburg-Newark Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
27

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 48 Toward NJ 24 West: Springfield, Morristown
28

Continue on NJ 24

9.4 mi · 11 min · NJ 24
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 287 North: Mahwah Use the slight right lane.
30

Merge onto I 287

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 287
31

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Exit 39 Toward NJ 10: Dover, Whippany Use the slight right lane.
32

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 10 West: Dover Use the slight left lane.
33

Continue on NJ 10

13 mi · 18 min · NJ 10
Use the straight / right lanes.
34

Continue on US 46

1.2 mi · 1 min · US 46
35

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 80 West
36

Merge onto I 80

29 mi · 34 min · Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 8 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

12 mi · 15 min · Keystone Shortway
39

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 46 sec
Exit 293 Toward I 380 North: Scranton
40

Continue on I 380

28 mi · 30 min · I 380
Use the straight lane.
41

Merge onto I 81

58 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 81
Use the straight lane.
42

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
43

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

37 mi · 43 min · I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
44

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec
Exit 52 Toward NY 13: Cortland
45

Turn right onto NY 13

39 ft · 5 sec · Clinton Avenue
46

Turn left onto Locust Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Locust Avenue
47

Continue on Albany Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Albany Street
48

At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 41

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
49

Turn left onto NY 41

10 mi · 15 min · Clinton Street
50

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road
51

Continue on NY 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
52

Continue on NY 41

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road
53

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 48 sec · East Lake Street
54

Turn left onto US 20

7.3 mi · 13 min · East Genesee Street
55

Turn right onto US 20

0.2 mi · 12 sec · North Fulton Street
56

Turn left onto US 20; NY 5

0.4 mi · 1 min · Arterial West
57

Continue on US 20; NY 5; NY 38

9.8 mi · 11 min · Chase Street
Use the left lane.
58

Continue on US 20; NY 5

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
59

Turn right onto NY 318

4.1 mi · 7 min · NY 318
60

Continue on NY 318

319 ft · 10 sec · NY 318
Use the right lane.
61

Turn right onto NY 414

0.3 mi · 28 sec · State Route 414
Use the right lane.
62

Continue on NY 414

217 ft · 11 sec · Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
63

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Use the left lane.
64

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo Use the straight / right lanes.
65

Merge onto I 90

30 mi · 34 min · New York State Thruway
66

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 45 Toward I 490: Rochester Use the slight right lane.
67

Continue on I 490

15 mi · 19 min · Eastern Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
68

Keep slight left at fork onto I 490

4.8 mi · 6 min · Western Expressway
Use the straight lane.
69

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 8 Toward NY 531 West: Spencerport, Brockport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
70

Continue on NY 531

7.5 mi · 8 min · NY 531
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
71

Continue on NY 31

4.8 mi · 5 min · Brockport-Spencerport Road
72

Continue on NY 19 Truck; NY 31

1.2 mi · 1 min · Fourth Section Road
73

Turn right onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31

1.5 mi · 1 min · Redman Road
74

Turn left onto NY 31

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Avenue
75

Continue on NY 31

1.6 mi · 2 min · Brockport-Holley Road
76

Continue on NY 31

0.5 mi · 1 min · State Street
77

Continue on NY 31

382 ft · 5 sec · Mechanic Street
78

Continue on NY 31

408 ft · 6 sec · Public Square
79

Continue on NY 31

0.1 mi · 6 sec · Wright Street
80

Continue on NY 31

0.5 mi · 36 sec · West Albion Street
81

Continue on NY 31

2.3 mi · 2 min · Holley Road
82

Turn straight onto NY 31

0.3 mi · 18 sec · State Route 31
83

Continue on NY 31

1.1 mi · 1 min · Fancher Road
84

Turn straight onto NY 31

3.8 mi · 4 min · State Route 31
85

Continue on NY 31

1.4 mi · 1 min · East Avenue
86

Turn right onto NY 98

0.4 mi · 41 sec · South Main Street
87

Arrive at destination

NY 98

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 175.2 miles from Staten Island, NY, or about 3h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.3 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 80 miles or 1h 56m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 175.2 miles or 3h 49m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 23m

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

Before You Leave

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

+

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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Staten Island, NY

This is one driving day of about 350.4 miles and 7h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Staten Island, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 97.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 175.2 mi from Staten Island, NY · 3h 49m into the drive

Downtown Syracuse, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Syracuse, NY

175 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Syracuse, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 175.2 miles from Staten Island, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.3 miles.

Arriving in Albion, NY

The final approach into Albion, 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 Albion, 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

$57.04 one way

$114.09 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 123 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $61.82 $123.63
premium $4.88 $67.36 $134.72
diesel $5.64 $77.85 $155.69

Estimated Tolls: $17.52

Goethals Bridge $16.00
New York State Thruway (30.3 mi) $1.52

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

$57

Tolls

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$100–$125

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 122.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 105.1 1 $36.79 $16.82
Efficient EV 87.6 1 $30.66 $14.02
EV Truck/SUV 140.2 1 $49.06 $22.43

Gas CO2

123 kg

EV CO2

41 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Staten Island, NY

Afternoon in Staten Island on Sunday

Local time

2:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Albion, NY

Afternoon in Albion on Sunday

Local time

2:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

50°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

9 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

7h 39m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Staten Island, NY to Albion, NY covers 350.4 miles and takes about 7h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, New York State Thruway, Christopher Columbus Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 175.2 miles from Staten Island, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $57.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 53 significant decision points across 350.4 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 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Staten Island, NY and Albion, NY, road signs point toward Morristown, Whippany, Albany and Brockport.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. The route ranges from 72 ft to 1,984 ft elevation with about 3,505 ft of total climbing.

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