How far is Saint James, NY from Queens, NY?
Fastest route
This text provides directions from St. James, New York, to Queens, New York. It includes a URL to Google Maps directions, which may not be accessible. Alternatively, it offers step-by-step directions from St. James to Queens.
Directions
To get from St. James to Queens, follow these directions:
- 🚗 Head west on Woodlawn Ave toward 3rd Ave.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Lake Ave S.
- 🚗 Turn right onto NY-347 W/Smithtown Bypass.
- 🚗 Use the left two lanes to turn left onto Raoul Wallenberg Dr.
- 🚗 Continue onto Simeon Woods Rd/State Access Rd, and then slight right onto Express Dr N/Long Island Expressway North Service Rd.
- 🚗 Use the left lane to merge onto I-495 W via the ramp to New York.
- 🚗 Follow I-495 W to Horace Harding Expy in Queens, New York. Take exit 25 toward Utopia Pkwy/164 St.
Tips & Suggestions
- Make sure to follow the road signs and use a GPS or navigation app for real-time directions.
- Check for any traffic updates before you start your journey.
- Consider using alternative routes if there are road closures or heavy traffic on the suggested route.
- Keep an eye out for street names and landmarks to ensure you're on the right track.
- Plan your journey in advance, especially if you have time constraints or specific arrival times.
- Take breaks during the journey to rest and stretch if needed.
- If you encounter any issues or need assistance, don't hesitate to ask locals or use a roadside assistance service.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint James and Queens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint James and Queens.
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Start on 5th Street
5 m · 8 sec · 5th Street
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Turn left onto Lake Avenue
1238 ft · 27 sec · Lake Avenue
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Turn right onto Woodlawn Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Woodlawn Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Country Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Country Road
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Continue on Hauppauge Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Hauppauge Road
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Continue on Hauppauge Boulevard
1.5 km · 1 min · Hauppauge Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Townline Road
128 m · 9 sec · Townline Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Wheeler Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Wheeler Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Joshuas Path
1.5 mi · 2 min · Joshuas Path
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Continue on Islip Avenue
2.2 mi · 3 min · Islip Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward SO: New York
1109 ft · 27 sec
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Merge slight left onto Heckscher State Parkway
3.9 mi · 4 min · Heckscher State Parkway
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Continue on Southern State Parkway
694 ft · 9 sec · Southern State Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Southern State Parkway
25.2 mi · 32 min · Southern State Parkway
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Continue on Belt Parkway
1.3 mi · 1 min · Belt Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Belt Parkway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Belt Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Rockaway Boulevard
898 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight onto North Conduit Avenue
1579 ft · 46 sec · North Conduit Avenue
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Turn right onto Rockaway Boulevard
2540 ft · 51 sec · Rockaway Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on Rockaway Boulevard
2.7 mi · 7 min · Rockaway Boulevard
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Turn right onto 103rd Street
803 ft · 37 sec · 103rd Street
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Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
78 m · 12 sec · Liberty Avenue
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Turn right onto 104th Street
63 m · 9 sec · 104th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 104th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint James and Queens.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Southern State Parkway
Keep slight left to continue on Southern State Parkway
25.2 mi · 00h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Saint James and Sunny near Queens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint James to Queens?
The road trip is about 46.9 miles (75.4 km) and usually takes 01h 10m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
North Amityville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.2 miles from Saint James and 23.6 miles from Queens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.1 miles (61.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.20 one way or $14.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint James and Sunny near Queens.
Stop Ideas Near North Amityville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town of Babylon History Museum at Old Town Hall
Babylon Town Hall Annex
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Amityville.
New Rochelle station
Stamford Transportation Center
Pennsylvania Station
Yonkers station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint James and Queens. Straight-line distance: 38.09 mi (61.3 km).
#1 Saint James
Saint James is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.8789900, -73.1567800 |
| Altitude | 46 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Queens
The most populous borough of New York City.
| Population | 2,339,150 |
| Coordinates | 40.6814900, -73.8365200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: 104th Street (-73.836696, 40.681442)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.36 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.90 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
| Premium | $5.32 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| Diesel | $6.50 | $10.72 | $21.44 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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