How far is Somers, NY from Staten Island, NY?
Fastest route
The distance from Somers, New York, to Staten Island, New York is approximately 70.2 miles (112.9 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 46 minutes via I-95. This route has tolls. Here are the directions:
Directions
- Start on Lake Rd and head southwest toward Orchard Hill Rd.
- Continue onto Saw Mill River Rd.
- Turn right onto Underhill Ave.
- Turn left onto the Taconic State Pkwy ramp.
- Follow the Taconic State Parkway until you reach the Saw Mill Pkwy S/Saw Mill River Pkwy S exit in Mount Pleasant.
- Merge onto Saw Mill Pkwy S/Saw Mill River Pkwy S toward Yonkers.
- Get on I-87 S in Greenburgh.
- Merge onto Saw Mill Pkwy S/Saw Mill River Pkwy S.
- Take the I-287 W ramp to I-87 W/Albany.
- Keep left at the fork and follow signs for I-87 S/N.Y.City, then merge onto I-87 S.
- Continue on I-87 S, I-95, and I-278 E until you reach Christopher Ln in Staten Island.
- Take exit 8 from I-278 E (toll road).
- Take exit 7 for I-95 N/US-1 N/Cross Bronx Expy.
- Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-95 S/US-1 S.
- Keep right at the fork and continue on Interstate 95 Lower Level S/Trans-Manhattan Expy/U.S. 1 Lower Level S, following signs for Interstate 95 S/US 1 S/G W Bridge Lower Level.
- Keep left to continue on Interstate 95 Lower Level S/U.S. 1 Lower Level S, following signs for I-95 S/New Jersey.
- Enter New Jersey (toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to continue on I-95 S, following signs for Interstate 95 S/16W/New Jersey Turnpike S (toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to stay on I-95 S, following signs for Express EZPass (toll road).
- Keep right to stay on I-95 S (toll road).
- Take exit 13 to merge onto I-278 E toward Staten Island (toll road).
- Enter New York.
- Take exit 8 toward Victory Blvd.
- Take Willowbrook Rd and Forest Hill Rd to Richmond Hill Rd.
- Merge onto Christopher Ln.
- Turn left onto Victory Blvd.
- Turn right onto Gannon Ave S.
- Turn right onto Willowbrook Rd.
- Turn right onto Forest Hill Rd.
- Turn left onto Richmond Hill Rd.
- Arrive at Staten Island, New York.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your journey ahead of time to account for traffic conditions and possible road closures.
- 🚗 Make sure your vehicle is in good condition and has enough fuel for the trip.
- 💰 Keep some cash and change handy for toll booths along the route.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and follow the signs for the correct exits and merges.
- ⛽ Take breaks during the journey to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
- 📱 Use navigation apps or GPS devices to help you navigate through the route.
- 📞 In case of emergencies, have a charged mobile phone with you and know the local emergency numbers.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.
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.
Town in Westchester County, New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Somers and Staten Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Somers and Staten Island.
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Start on the route
40 m · 5 sec
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Continue on Somerstown Turnpike
1.5 km · 2 min · Somerstown Turnpike
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Turn left onto Goldens Bridge Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Goldens Bridge Road
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Continue on Green Street
1302 ft · 28 sec · Green Street
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Continue on Waccabuc Road
1366 ft · 34 sec · Waccabuc Road
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Take the ramp right toward New York City, White Plains
1457 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
18.7 mi · 22 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight right onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi · 11 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi · 12 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
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Continue on Hutchinson River Expressway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
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Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
1.3 mi · 2 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
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Continue on Whitestone Expressway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitestone Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Van Wyck Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 495 West: Long Island Expressway, Midtown Tunnel
2866 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
3.4 mi · 5 min · Long Island Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
1.6 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
569 ft · 11 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 278 West: Brooklyn
2055 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
2 mi · 3 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
5.6 mi · 9 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
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Continue on Gowanus Expressway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Gowanus Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
1005 ft · 17 sec · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
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Continue on Gowanus Expressway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Gowanus Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Gowanus Expressway
3210 ft · 49 sec · Gowanus Expressway
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Continue on Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
1.4 mi · 2 min · Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
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Continue on Staten Island Expressway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Staten Island Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
1452 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on Reon Avenue
121 m · 10 sec · Reon Avenue
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Continue on Reon Avenue
109 m · 9 sec · Reon Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on North Gannon Avenue
618 ft · 21 sec · North Gannon Avenue
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Turn left onto Manor Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Manor Road
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Continue on Manor Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Manor Road
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Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
2653 ft · 1 min · Rockland Avenue
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Continue on Richmond Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Richmond Road
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Turn left onto Kensico Street
1964 ft · 1 min · Kensico Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
87 m · 14 sec · Clarke Avenue
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Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
1585 ft · 54 sec · Cotter Avenue
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Continue on Corona Avenue
869 ft · 40 sec · Corona Avenue
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Turn right onto Croft Court
45 m · 6 sec · Croft Court
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Croft Court
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Somers and Staten Island.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
New York City
Merge slight left
18.7 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Somers and Mostly Sunny near Staten Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Somers to Staten Island?
The road trip is about 78.3 miles (126 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Eastchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36 miles from Somers and 42.3 miles from Staten Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58 miles (93.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.3 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 3:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.06 one way or $22.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Somers and Mostly Sunny near Staten Island.
Stop Ideas Near Eastchester
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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CITY HALL LOBBY
Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Eastchester.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Somers and Staten Island. Straight-line distance: 57.98 mi (93.31 km).
#1 Somers
Town in New York, US
| Population | 21,476 |
| Coordinates | 41.3281500, -73.6856900 |
| Altitude | 85 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Staten Island
The fifth most populous borough of New York City.
| Population | 474,558 |
| Coordinates | 40.5623300, -74.1398600 |
| Altitude | 21 |
| Country | United States |
End: Croft Court (-74.139857, 40.562329)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 126 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 58m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $11.06 | $22.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $12.37 | $24.74 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $13.42 | $26.83 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $12.96 | $25.91 |
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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