Spanning 93.3 miles, this trek from Beekman to Gravesend takes you through the heart of New York for a total travel time of roughly 2 hours and 1 minute. It is a straightforward journey that fits perfectly into a single day, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. Budgeting about $15 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the entire route stays within the Northeast region, you will notice a consistent environmental feel as you transition from the more rural Beekman area toward the urban landscape of Gravesend. This is a practical, no-nonsense drive that provides a direct connection between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.6 miles from Beekman, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 684
26.8 mi
31m
Hutchinson River Parkway
15.9 mi
23m
I 84
15.5 mi
18m
Jackie Robinson Parkway
4.8 mi
8m
Taconic State Parkway
4.3 mi
5m
Kings Highway
4.1 mi
7m
Van Wyck Expressway
3.4 mi
5m
Beekman Road
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 684
— 26.8 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beekman, NY and Gravesend, NY.
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Start on this road
42 ft·6 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto CR 9
3.0 mi·5 min·Beekman Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
4.3 mi·5 min·Taconic State Parkway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Toward I 84 East: Danbury
6
Merge onto I 84
15 mi·18 min·I 84
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 68AToward I 684 South: White PlainsUse the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 684
27 mi·31 min·I 684
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi·2 min
Exit 1Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York CityUse the straight lane.
10
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi·10 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi·12 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 678
1.2 mi·1 min·Hutchinson River Expressway
13
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi·2 min·Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
14
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi·3 min·Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
3.4 mi·5 min·Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy AirportUse the slight left lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 7Toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway WestUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 7B–AToward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·22 sec
Exit 7AToward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, BrooklynUse the slight left lane.
19
Continue on JR
4.8 mi·8 min·Jackie Robinson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
296 ft·10 sec
Toward East New York AvenueUse the slight right lane.
21
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·Jamaica Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on East New York Avenue
0.2 mi·24 sec·East New York Avenue
Use the straight lane.
23
Continue on Pacific Street
464 ft·14 sec·Pacific Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn left onto Sackman Street
365 ft·9 sec·Sackman Street
25
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·East New York Avenue
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
26
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi·22 sec·Howard Avenue
27
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·Tapscott Street
28
Continue on Kings Highway
4.1 mi·7 min·Kings Highway
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on Avenue P
0.5 mi·1 min·Avenue P
30
Turn left onto Coney Island Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·Coney Island Avenue
31
Turn right onto Avenue V
0.2 mi·54 sec·Avenue V
32
Turn right onto Ocean Parkway
0.1 mi·29 sec·Ocean Parkway
33
Arrive at destination
Ocean Parkway
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure time to avoid the heaviest local traffic patterns. Without any designated stops in the itinerary, you should plan your own breaks strategically to ensure you stay refreshed during the 2-hour drive. Keep in mind that because you are not using highways, your pace will be dictated by local traffic lights and intersections, so build a little extra time into your schedule. Before you pull out of Beekman, make sure your fuel tank is ready for the road, as the $15 estimate assumes a steady flow of travel. Stay alert for frequent turns, as the nature of these local roads demands consistent focus until you reach your final destination in Gravesend.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.6 miles from Beekman, NY, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.6 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gravesend, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beekman, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Beekman, NY
This is one driving day of about 89.2 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Beekman, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 684 for about 26.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 23.2 and 76.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
23.2 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward I 684 South: White Plains
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 68A
Toward I 684 South: White Plains
9
50.6 mi into trip|~1h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
8
76.2 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie...
8
76.3 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7B–A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turn...
10
76.5 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.68 one way
$29.37 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$15.88
$31.75
premium
$4.92
$17.29
$34.58
diesel
$5.61
$19.69
$39.39
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
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
$15
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.8
0
$9.37
$4.28
Efficient EV
22.3
0
$7.81
$3.57
EV Truck/SUV
35.7
0
$12.49
$5.71
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Beekman, NY
Late night
in Beekman on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Gravesend, NY
Late night
in Gravesend on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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.
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
13 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
2h 6m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Gateway National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 93.3
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
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...
5 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 86.9
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 86.9
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 86.9
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 86.9
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 70.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating local roads for the entire 93.3-mile duration, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. Because the drive is comprised entirely of local streets, there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches to cruise through. Instead, the road requires active steering and constant engagement with the changing environment. You should prepare for a technical driving experience that prioritizes maneuvering through local infrastructure over high-speed travel.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.8 mi on I 684.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 89.2 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 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Beekman, NY and Gravesend, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West and Brooklyn.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 89.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.8 miles on I 684. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Whitestone Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Gravesend, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 76.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, Governors Island National Monument and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gravesend, NY before heading back.
