Trip from Williamson, NY to Queens, NY

Drive Time

5h 41m

Distance

328.3 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Williamson, NY to Queens, NY covers 328.3 miles and takes about 5h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Lake Avenue, Ridge Road, State Route 370 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.82 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

1 planned break

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

Midpoint

164.2 miles from Williamson, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 41m drive with frequent turns across 328.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 50 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lake Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Lake Avenue 0 mi 0m
Ridge Road 0 mi 0m
State Route 370 0 mi 0m
Highway 370 0 mi 0m
West Main Street 0 mi 0m
Main Street 0 mi 0m
West Genesee Road 0 mi 0m
I 81 South 0 mi 0m
Longest stretch: Lake Avenue — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on Main Street

2

Turn right onto Lake Avenue

3

Turn right

4

Turn right onto Ridge Road

5

Turn slight right onto State Route 370

6

Continue on State Highway 370

7

Continue on West Main Street

8

Continue on State Route 370

9

Continue on Main Street

10

Continue on West Genesee Road

11

Take the exit left

12

Continue straight

13

Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Binghamton

14

Merge slight left

15

Continue straight

16

Continue straight

17

Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton

18

Keep slight right to continue on Grand Army of the Republic Highway

19

Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford

20

Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono

21

Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg

22

Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway

23

Take the exit slight right toward US 46 East: Wayne, Clifton, Lincoln Tunnel

24

Merge slight right

25

Continue straight

26

Turn slight left

27

Take the exit slight right toward NJ 495 East: Lincoln Tunnel, Kennedy Boulevard

28

Merge slight right

29

Take the exit slight right toward Weehawken, Hoboken, Ferries to New York City

30

Continue on South Marginal Highway

31

Turn right onto Boulevard East

32

Take the ramp right toward Lincoln Tunnel, New York City

33

Turn right onto Lincoln Tunnel access

34

Merge slight left onto Lincoln Tunnel

35

Keep slight right to continue on Dyer Avenue

36

Keep slight right to continue on 36th Street, Downtown, Madison Square Garden

37

Continue on Dyer Avenue

38

Turn left onto West 36th Street

39

Take the ramp straight toward I 495: Queens-Midtown Tunnel

40

Keep slight left

41

Take the exit slight right toward I 278: Staten Island, Bronx, LaGuardia Airport

42

Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway

43

Take the exit slight right toward NY 25: Woodhaven Boulevard

44

Keep slight right to continue on NY 25: Queens Boulevard, Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways

45

Keep slight right to continue on Woodhaven Boulevard, Rockaways

46

Turn right onto Woodhaven Boulevard

47

Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard

48

Turn slight left onto Liberty Avenue

49

Turn right onto 104th Street

50

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 164.2 miles from Williamson, NY.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

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

First stop

Around 80 miles

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

Halfway reset

Around 164.2 miles

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

Final approach

Last hour of driving

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Williamson, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Williamson, NY

This is one driving day of about 328.3 miles and 5h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Williamson, 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.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

164 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.

Popular next leg

Ramapo, NY to Queens, NY

50.7 mi · 1h 13m

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

The final approach into Queens, 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 Queens, 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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 164.2 mi from Williamson, NY

Syracuse, NY

Fuel and coffee

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

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 164.2 miles from Williamson, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
regular $4.01 $51.82 $103.63
midgrade $4.48 $57.92 $115.84
premium $4.86 $62.83 $125.66
diesel $4.69 $60.67 $121.34

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 114.9 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Williamson, NY to Queens, NY covers 328.3 miles and takes about 5h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lake Avenue, Ridge Road, State Route 370. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 164.2 miles from Williamson, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.82 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.

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