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Trip from Westfield, NY to New York City, NY

Drive Time

8h 21m

Distance

387.9 mi

624 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$63

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
8h 14m ★
6 AM
8h 22m
8 AM
8h 37m
10 AM
8h 27m
12 PM
8h 25m
3 PM
8h 28m
5 PM
8h 36m
8 PM
8h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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New York City, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

The drive from Westfield, NY to New York City, NY covers 387.9 miles and takes about 8h 21m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on Keystone Shortway, PA 948, Essex Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 246 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $63.15 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

194 miles from Westfield, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 29m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 8h 21m drive with frequent turns across 387.9 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 60 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 246 miles.

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 46.6 miles in near Crescent Park.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 37 significant decision points across 387.9 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 46.6 miles (Crescent Park): Lane positioning matters here; at 363.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 383.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 37 key points

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

6
46.6 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in | Crescent Park

Turn left onto Crescent Park

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
363.4 mi into trip | ~7h 42m in

Take the exit toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 47A Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
7
383.1 mi into trip | ~8h 9m in

Take the exit toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
8
383.3 mi into trip | ~8h 10m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
6
385.2 mi into trip | ~8h 14m in | I 78 / Holland Tunnel

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78 / Holland Tunnel toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan

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

Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Westfield, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.

Newark

363.4 mi in | ~7h 42m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Keystone Shortway 246 mi 4h 39m
PA 948 23.8 mi 35m
Essex Freeway 15.8 mi 20m
US 62 15.6 mi 19m
Boot Jack Road 11.2 mi 16m
Southern Tier Expressway 8.7 mi 10m
State Park Road 8.1 mi 14m
West Lake Road 7.7 mi 11m
Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 246 mi, about 4h 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Westfield, NY and New York City, NY.

1

Start on NY 394

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Portage Street
2

Continue on NY 394

4.4 mi · 6 min · South Portage Road
3

Continue on NY 394

2.5 mi · 3 min · North Erie Street
4

Continue on NY 394

1.9 mi · 2 min · West Lake Road
5

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 394

5.8 mi · 8 min · West Lake Road
6

Turn left

0.3 mi · 34 sec
7

Merge onto I 86; NY 17

8.7 mi · 10 min · Southern Tier Expressway
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 12 Toward NY 60: Jamestown
9

Turn right onto NY 60

0.1 mi · 20 sec · North Main Street
10

Turn left onto Marvin Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Marvin Parkway
11

Turn right onto Lakeview Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lakeview Avenue
12

Turn left onto Newton Avenue

73 ft · 2 sec · Newton Avenue
13

Turn right onto Winsor Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Winsor Street
14

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · this road
15

Turn slight right onto Allen Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Allen Street
16

Continue on Maple Street

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Maple Street
17

Continue on West Virginia Boulevard

0.4 mi · 53 sec · West Virginia Boulevard
18

Turn right onto Glenview Avenue

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Glenview Avenue
19

Turn left onto Martin Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Martin Road
20

At end of road, turn left onto NY 60

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Foote Avenue
21

Turn right onto US 62

16 mi · 19 min · US 62
22

Turn right onto US 62

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West 4th Avenue
23

Turn left onto Hickory Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Hickory Street
24

Continue on Hickory Bridge

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Hickory Bridge
25

Turn left onto Crescent Park

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Crescent Park
Use the left lane.
26

Turn left onto US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Crescent Park
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
27

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Main Street
Use the straight lane.
28

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
29

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
30

Continue on US 6

4.5 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
31

Continue on US 6

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
32

Take the exit

265 ft · 9 sec
Toward PA 666 West
33

Merge onto PA 666

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Main Street
34

Continue on PA 948

8.5 mi · 12 min · PA 948
35

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

2.9 mi · 4 min · PA 66
36

Turn right onto PA 948

15 mi · 22 min · PA 948
37

Turn left onto PA 948

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
38

Continue on US 219; PA 948

11 mi · 16 min · Boot Jack Road
39

Turn left onto PA 153

3.7 mi · 6 min · Penfield Road
40

Continue on PA 153

5.0 mi · 8 min · Hoovertown Road
41

Continue on PA 153

8.1 mi · 14 min · State Park Road
42

Turn left

0.3 mi · 40 sec
43

Merge onto I 80

246 mi · 4 hr 39 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
44

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 49 sec
Exit 47A Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
45

Continue on I 280

16 mi · 20 min · Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
46

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 17A Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
47

Merge onto CR 508

2.0 mi · 3 min · Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48

Continue on NJ 7

0.5 mi · 43 sec · New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
49

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the slight right lane.
50

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel Use the straight / slight left lanes.
51

Turn straight

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Use the straight lane.
52

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
53

Continue on NJ 139

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
54

Continue on I 78

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78

2.0 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
56

Take the exit

305 ft · 10 sec
Toward Brooklyn Use the straight / slight right lanes.
57

Continue on Beach Street

121 ft · 7 sec · Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker Street Use the straight lane.
58

Turn slight right onto Walker Street

0.2 mi · 1 min · Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
59

Turn right onto Broadway

0.4 mi · 1 min · Broadway
Use the straight lane.
60

Arrive at destination

Broadway

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 194 miles from Westfield, NY, or about 4h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 246 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 85 miles or 2h 8m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 194 miles or 4h 29m in

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

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 194 miles or 4h 29m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 7h 1m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Westfield, 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.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Westfield, NY

Aim for roughly 194 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into New York City, NY

Aim for roughly 194 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Westfield, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 246 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 194 mi from Westfield, NY · 4h 29m into the drive

city in Steuben County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Corning, NY

194 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Corning, NY

Popular next leg

Corning, NY to New York City, NY

248.4 mi · 5h 8m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Corning, NY

194 mi · about 4.2h in

A practical overnight split lands near Corning, NY after about 194 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Jamestown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Corning, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 194 miles from Westfield, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 246 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 194 miles or 4.2 hours on the road.

Arriving in New York City, NY

The final approach into New York City, 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 New York City, NY.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach New York City, NY with some flexibility left in the schedule.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

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...

0 mi from route Free near mile 387.9
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

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 ~2 min detour Free near mile 387.9
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

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 ~1 min detour Free near mile 387.9
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 387.9
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 387.9
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

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 ~7 min detour Free near mile 387.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$63.15 one way

$126.30 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 136 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $68.43 $136.86
premium $4.88 $74.57 $149.14
diesel $5.64 $86.18 $172.36

Estimated Tolls: $16.14

Holland Tunnel $16.00
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike (2 mi) $0.14

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

$63

Tolls

$16

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$209–$319

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 135.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 116.4 1 $40.73 $18.62
Efficient EV 97 1 $33.94 $15.52
EV Truck/SUV 155.2 1 $54.31 $24.83

Gas CO2

136 kg

EV CO2

45 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 5 hours ago

Origin

Westfield, NY

Afternoon in Westfield on Monday

Local time

1:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New York City, NY

Afternoon in New York City on Monday

Local time

1:31 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Partly Sunny

SW 10 to 21 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

27 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

8h 21m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Westfield, NY to New York City, NY covers 387.9 miles and takes about 8h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Keystone Shortway, PA 948, Essex Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 194 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 194 miles from Westfield, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $63.15 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 37 significant decision points across 387.9 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 46.6 miles (Crescent Park): Lane positioning matters here; at 363.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 383.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Westfield, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.

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