Brighton, NY Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Brighton, NY works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 398 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Brighton, NY head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
437.3 mi
Brookhaven, NY
Quickest Drive
7h 47m
Washington Heights, NY
Plan Around Brighton, NY
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Brighton, NY is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Brighton, NY
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Brighton, NY
Driving from Brighton, NY
Expect an average of 398 miles and about 8h 19m behind the wheel when leaving Brighton, NY. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 437 miles (9h 12m), while the shortest is just 375 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Brighton, NY most often head toward Brookhaven, NY (437.3 mi, 9h 12m), Hempstead, NY (397.6 mi, 8h 21m), Manhattan, NY (380.8 mi, 7h 57m), and Washington Heights, NY (374.9 mi, 7h 47m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NY currently averages around $4.01 per gallon. For the typical 398-mile trip from Brighton, NY, budget about $63 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Brighton, NY and 3 routes heading into Brighton, NY, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 375 to 437 miles.
The longest mapped route from Brighton, NY covers 437 miles and takes approximately 9h 12m. Shorter options start at just 375 miles.
The average route from Brighton, NY runs about 398 miles with a drive time of roughly 8h 19m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 398-mile trip from Brighton, NY costs roughly $63 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Brighton, NY include Brookhaven, NY, Hempstead, NY, Manhattan, NY and Washington Heights, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Brighton, NY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
36,633
Median Income
$83,723
Median Home Value
$259,300
Median Age
39.1
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Brighton, NY at a Glance
Elevation
72 ft
Area
32 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Brighton, NY
A sampling of people born in Brighton, NY.
Martin Ryle
1918–1984
English radio astronomer (1918–1984)
Philip Reeve
1966
English children's writer and illustrator
Aubrey Beardsley
1872–1898
British illustrator and author (1872–1898)
Gilbert Ryle
1900–1976
British philosopher
Lesley Manville
1956
British actress (born 1956)
Lewis Dunk
1991
English association football player
Passenger
1984
English singer-songwriter
Caitlin Moran
1975
English author and broadcaster
Nigel Kennedy
1956
British-born violinist and violist (born 1956)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Brighton, NY.
Brighton i360
observation tower in Brighton, East Sussex
Brighton Toy and Model Museum
toy museum in Brighton, United Kingdom
Brighton Wheel
Ferris wheel in Brighton, England
Booth Museum of Natural History
natural history museum in East Sussex, England
Castle Hill, Brighton
Site of Special Scientific Interest near Brighton, East Sussex
Queen's Park, Brighton
park in Brighton, UK
Astoria Theatre
former Art Deco cinema in Brighton, East Sussex, England, UK, later used as bingo hall
Brighton Fishing Museum
Maritime museum in Brighton, England, United Kingdom
City data from Wikidata (Q131491), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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