Origin
Staten Island, NY
Night in Staten Island on Friday
Local time
10:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Staten Island, NY to Mendon, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 45m
Distance
306.5 mi
493 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 34m
★
6 AM
6h 45m
8 AM
7h 9m
10 AM
6h 54m
12 PM
6h 51m
3 PM
6h 55m
5 PM
7h 8m
8 PM
6h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mendon, NY
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Trip Overview
This 306.5-mile drive from Staten Island, NY, to Mendon, NY, is estimated to take around 6 hours and 45 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate on I-81 and the New York State Thruway, with a portion on the Christopher Columbus Highway. With a fuel cost estimated at $50, this journey through New York's Northeast region is a straightforward option for a single-day excursion. The overall feel is a practical, turn-heavy local drive, so plan for a steady pace. You'll encounter one recommended stop along the way.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
153.2 miles from Staten Island, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting in Staten Island, NY
Full guide →Founded 1683
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
- • Fort Wadsworth — United States military base
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 45m. Total distance: 306.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 45m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a drive with a significant highway share, at 54%, but don't mistake it for a constant interstate cruise. This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a dynamic experience with frequent changes in direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 97.3 miles on I-81, offering a period of consistent travel before transitioning back to more varied road conditions. As you progress, the road will likely shift between faster highway segments and more intricate local roads, requiring your attention.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 74 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
Gently rolling terrain
1,923 ft
72 ft
Total Climb
2,452 ft
Total Descent
1,956 ft
Highest Point
1,923 ft
~109.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,851 ft
Notable High Points
1,923 ft at ~109.5 miles
+559 ft prominence
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.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 53 significant decision points across 306.5 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 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 pointsThese 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
7
29.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 287 North: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 287 North: Mahwah
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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Staten Island, NY and Mendon, NY, road signs point toward Morristown, Whippany and Albany.
Morristown
19.8 mi in
|
~38m
Whippany
30.9 mi in
|
~52m
Albany
178.8 mi in
|
~3h 53m
|
via I 81
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 |
| NJ 10 | 12.8 mi | 18m |
| Clinton Street | 10.5 mi | 15m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
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 Mendon, 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
482 ft
·
6 sec
·
Eastern Expressway
68
Take the exit
269 ft
·
5 sec
Exit 29
Toward NY 96: Victor
69
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
this road
Toward NY 96: Victor
70
Turn left onto NY 96
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Victor-Pittsford Road
Use the left lane.
71
Turn right onto CR 42
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
County Road 42
Use the right lane.
72
Turn left onto Phillips Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Phillips Road
73
Turn right onto NY 251
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Victor-Mendon Road
74
Arrive at destination
NY 251
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour, 45-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Staten Island to maximize your daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic. With an estimated fuel cost of $50, it's wise to ensure your tank is full before leaving, though there's one recommended stop for refueling or a break. The route's 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means staying alert for navigation changes is key; keep your GPS handy. Since it's a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace, but aiming for that single recommended stop around the halfway point can help break up the journey effectively.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153.2 miles from Staten Island, NY, or about 3h 23m 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 67 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.2 miles or 3h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mendon, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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.
+
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 Staten Island, NY
This is one driving day of about 306.5 miles and 6h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Staten Island, 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 I 81 for about 97.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 153.2 mi from Staten Island, NY · 3h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
153 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 67 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 153.2 miles from Staten Island, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.3 miles.
Arriving in Mendon, NY
The final approach into Mendon, 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 Mendon, 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
$50.45 one way
$100.90 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $54.55 | $109.11 |
| premium | $4.92 | $59.41 | $118.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.67 | $135.34 |
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
$50
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92 | 1 | $32.18 | $14.71 |
| Efficient EV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.82 | $12.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122.6 | 1 | $42.91 | $19.62 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Mendon, NY
Night in Mendon on Friday
Local time
10:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
4 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
6h 45m 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 Mendon, NY covers 306.5 miles and takes about 6h 45m 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 153.2 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 $50.45 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 1 meaningful break 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 306.5 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 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 Mendon, NY, road signs point toward Morristown, Whippany and Albany.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 72 ft to 1,923 ft elevation with about 2,452 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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