Origin
Staten Island, NY
Afternoon in Staten Island on Thursday
Local time
3:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Staten Island, NY to Chateaugay, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
7h 24m
Distance
358.3 mi
577 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$59
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 14m
★
6 AM
7h 24m
8 AM
7h 45m
10 AM
7h 31m
12 PM
7h 29m
3 PM
7h 33m
5 PM
7h 44m
8 PM
7h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chateaugay, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Staten Island, NY to Chateaugay, NY covers 358.3 miles and takes about 7h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Corona Avenue, Cotter Avenue, Clarke Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $58.98 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
179.2 miles from Staten Island, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 42m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 24m. Total distance: 358.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 24m drive with frequent turns across 358.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 53 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Corona Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 24m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Staten Island, NY to Chateaugay, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Corona Avenue | — | — |
| Cotter Avenue | — | — |
| Clarke Avenue | — | — |
| Kensico Street | — | — |
| Richmond Road | — | — |
| Rockland Avenue | — | — |
| Brielle Avenue | — | — |
| Bradley Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Corona Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Staten Island, NY and Chateaugay, NY.
1
Start on Croft Court
148 ft
·
14 sec
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Croft Court
2
Turn left onto Corona Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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Corona Avenue
3
Continue on Cotter Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cotter Avenue
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
285 ft
·
13 sec
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Clarke Avenue
5
Turn right onto Kensico Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Kensico Street
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Richmond Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Richmond Road
7
Continue on Richmond Road
446 ft
·
14 sec
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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
11
Turn left onto North Gannon Avenue
364 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Gannon Avenue
12
Take the ramp slight left toward I 278 West: Staten Island Expressway, Goethals Bridge, Elizabeth
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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I 278 West: Staten Island Expressway, Goethals Bridge, Elizabeth
13
Merge slight left onto Staten Island Expressway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
14
Take the exit slight right toward NY 440 North: Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway, Bayonne Bridge
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 440 North: Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Expressway, Bayonne Bridge
15
Merge slight left onto Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway
16
Continue on Bayonne Bridge
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Bayonne Bridge
17
Take the exit straight toward I 78 Toll, NJTP: Newark, Holland Tunnel
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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I 78 Toll, NJTP: Newark, Holland Tunnel
18
Merge slight left onto Port Jersey Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
27 sec
·
Port Jersey Boulevard
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 78 East, NJTP East: Holland Tunnel
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 78 East, NJTP East: Holland Tunnel
20
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
21
Continue on New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
New Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension
22
Turn left onto Jersey Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Jersey Avenue
23
Turn left onto 14th Street Viaduct
410 ft
·
5 sec
·
14th Street Viaduct
24
Keep slight left to continue on 14th Street Viaduct
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
14th Street Viaduct
25
Continue on NJ 139 Lower Level
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 139 Lower Level
26
Continue on Pulaski Skyway
407 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pulaski Skyway
27
Take the exit slight right toward US 1-9 North: Secausus
420 ft
·
14 sec
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US 1-9 North: Secausus
28
Turn right onto Tonnelle Avenue
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
29
Turn straight
4.3 mi
·
5 min
30
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
NJ 17 North: Rutherford
31
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 North: Rutherford
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
NJ 17 North: Rutherford
32
Merge slight left
3.3 mi
·
3 min
33
Continue straight
4.2 mi
·
4 min
34
Continue straight
4.1 mi
·
5 min
35
Continue straight
7.3 mi
·
9 min
36
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
37
Continue straight
3.3 mi
·
4 min
38
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
39
Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
112 mi
·
2 hr 8 min
·
I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
40
Take the exit slight right toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
41
Continue straight
9.0 mi
·
12 min
42
Keep slight left
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
43
Take the exit slight right toward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs
44
Merge slight left
3.1 mi
·
3 min
45
Take the exit slight right toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
46
Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
146 mi
·
2 hr 49 min
·
Adirondack Northway
47
Take the exit slight right toward NY 3: Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 3: Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake
48
Turn left onto State Route 3
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 3
49
Turn right onto Military Turnpike
23 mi
·
32 min
·
Military Turnpike
50
Turn left onto State Route 11
12 mi
·
16 min
·
State Route 11
51
Continue on East Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
52
Turn left onto Depot Street
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
Depot Street
53
Arrive at your destination
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 179.2 miles from Staten Island, NY, or about 3h 42m into the drive.
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 79 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 179.2 miles or 3h 42m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chateaugay, 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.
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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.
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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 358.3 miles and 7h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 179.2 mi from Staten Island, NY · 3h 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
179 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 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 179.2 miles from Staten Island, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chateaugay, NY
The final approach into Chateaugay, 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 Chateaugay, 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
$58.98 one way
$117.96 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
125 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $63.77 | $127.55 |
| premium | $4.92 | $69.45 | $138.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $79.11 | $158.22 |
Estimated Tolls: $48.00
Goethals Bridge
$16.00
Bayonne Bridge
$16.00
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New Jersey Turnpike
$0.00
New York State Thruway
$0.00
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
$59
Tolls
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$132–$157
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 107.5 | 1 | $37.62 | $17.20 |
| Efficient EV | 89.6 | 1 | $31.35 | $14.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 143.3 | 1 | $50.16 | $22.93 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 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
Chateaugay, NY
Afternoon in Chateaugay on Thursday
Local time
3:19 PM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
7h 24m 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 Chateaugay, NY covers 358.3 miles and takes about 7h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Corona Avenue, Cotter Avenue, Clarke Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 179.2 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 $58.98 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 24m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Staten Island, NY to Chateaugay, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Staten Island, NY to Chateaugay, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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