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Trip from Black River, NY to Brookhaven, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 49m

Distance

376.3 mi

606 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$62

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
7h 40m ★
6 AM
7h 49m
8 AM
8h 8m
10 AM
7h 56m
12 PM
7h 54m
3 PM
7h 57m
5 PM
8h 7m
8 PM
7h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Black River, NY, NY

Black River, NY

Clément Proust

Trip Overview

Embark on a 376.3-mile journey from Black River, NY, to Brookhaven, NY, a trip that will take approximately 7 hours and 49 minutes. This drive is best tackled in a single day, especially since it's primarily within the Northeast region of New York. With a fuel cost estimated around $62 and two planned stops, you can comfortably complete this route. The main roads you'll navigate include the New York State Thruway, Long Island Expressway, and State Highway 12, offering a varied driving experience. This route presents a practical option for a one-day road trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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

2 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

188.2 miles from Black River, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 201.9 mi 3h 53m
Long Island Expressway 43.5 mi 59m
State Highway 12 35.1 mi 46m
Bea Luck Road 19.8 mi 23m
NJ 17 14.1 mi 18m
Erwin Parkway 9.7 mi 11m
Van Allen Road 8.4 mi 9m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 201.9 mi, about 3h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Black River, NY and Brookhaven, NY.

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Start on Leray Street

142 ft · 7 sec · Leray Street
2

Turn right onto Public Square

165 ft · 7 sec · Public Square
3

Continue on South Main Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
4

Turn right onto NY 3

0.5 mi · 52 sec · West Rutland Street
5

Continue on NY 3

3.8 mi · 6 min · State Route 3
6

Continue on NY 3

0.8 mi · 2 min · Eastern Boulevard
7

At end of road, turn left onto NY 12

0.4 mi · 25 sec · State Street
8

Turn right onto NY 12

2.4 mi · 2 min · Gifford Street
9

Continue on NY 12

8.4 mi · 9 min · Van Allen Road
10

Continue on NY 12

1.4 mi · 1 min · State Highway 12
11

Continue on NY 12

0.6 mi · 41 sec · Main Street
12

Continue on NY 12

0.6 mi · 38 sec · High Street
13

Continue on NY 12

0.3 mi · 22 sec · County Road 14
14

Continue on NY 12

11 mi · 13 min · State Highway 12
15

Continue on NY 12

0.5 mi · 1 min · Dayan Street
16

Turn right onto NY 12; NY 26

0.6 mi · 1 min · South State Street
17

Continue on NY 12

0.5 mi · 1 min · Utica Boulevard
18

Continue on NY 12

20 mi · 23 min · Bea Luck Road
19

Continue on NY 12

0.8 mi · 51 sec · State Highway 12
20

Continue on NY 12

9.7 mi · 11 min · Erwin Parkway
21

Continue on NY 12

22 mi · 30 min · State Highway 12
22

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
23

Merge onto NY 49

0.4 mi · 26 sec · State Route 49
24

Continue on I 790; NY 5

0.2 mi · 13 sec · I 790; NY 5
25

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward Genesee Street South
26

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90
27

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward I 90 East
28

Merge onto I 90

84 mi · 1 hr 36 min · New York State Thruway
29

Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway

118 mi · 2 hr 16 min · New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston Use the slight right lane.
30

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
31

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
32

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

14 mi · 18 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
33

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
34

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
35

Merge onto NJ 4

0.3 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4
Use the right lane.
36

Continue on NJ 4

6.4 mi · 8 min · NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
38

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.7 mi · 54 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
40

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
42

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
44

Merge onto I 295

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
45

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46

Continue on I 295

3.2 mi · 3 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 4E-W Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 4E Toward I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, Eastern Long Island
49

Merge onto I 495

43 mi · 59 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 65 Toward CR 16: Horse Block Road, Centereach, Shirley Use the straight / slight right lanes.
51

Turn straight onto Express Drive South

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Express Drive South
Toward I 495, CR 101: Yaphank, Riverhead
52

Turn slight right onto CR 16

4.1 mi · 6 min · Horseblock Road
Use the right lane.
53

At end of road, turn right onto CR 80

0.9 mi · 1 min · Montauk Highway
Use the right lane.
54

Turn left onto CR 36

0.4 mi · 50 sec · South Country Road
Use the left lane.
55

Arrive at destination

CR 36

Trip Plan

For this 7-hour, 49-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Black River to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you approach Long Island. With two stops recommended, plan for one midway point and another closer to your destination. The longest stretch on the New York State Thruway is ideal for a longer segment of consistent travel before needing to pull off. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $62 for the entire 376.3 miles. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the transition onto the Long Island Expressway, as it can become quite busy, particularly as you get closer to Brookhaven.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 188.2 miles from Black River, NY, or about 3h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.9 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 83 miles or 1h 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 188.2 miles or 3h 51m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 26m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Black River, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Black River, NY

This is one driving day of about 376.3 miles and 7h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Black River, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 201.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poughkeepsie, NY

188 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Whitesboro, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 188.2 miles from Black River, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 201.9 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 1h 7m to go 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

College Point, New York

3 mi

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately

Little Neck, New York

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Rotterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Rotterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Little Falls, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Fultonville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Applegreen Electric Charging Station

2.9 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Little Falls, NY

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18885577099

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Utica, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ViaLynk Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Schenectady, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

Boonville Black River Canal

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Boonville, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13159426763

Visit website

Geiger Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Deer Park, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+16318932100

Visit website

Walt Whitman Birthplace Association

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Huntington Station, New York

Hours: 1–4 pm

+16314275240

Visit website

Fun things to do in Saratoga -- Food Tours, Ghost Tours, Craft Beer Tours, Bike Tours & much more

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

Halfway reset 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+15188323796

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 30

5 decision points cluster between mile 170.3 and 326.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
170.3 mi into trip | ~3h 31m in | New York State Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
288.4 mi into trip | ~5h 47m in | NY 17

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
289.8 mi into trip | ~5h 49m in | NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
318.9 mi into trip | ~6h 29m in | I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
8
326.7 mi into trip | ~6h 39m in

Take the exit toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 4E-W Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.94 one way

$123.88 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 132 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $66.98 $133.96
premium $4.92 $72.93 $145.87
diesel $5.61 $83.08 $166.16

Estimated Tolls: $32.64

George Washington Bridge $16.00
New York State Thruway (201.9 mi) $10.09
Throgs Neck 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

$62

Tolls

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$120–$145

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 131.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 112.9 1 $39.51 $18.06
Efficient EV 94.1 1 $32.93 $15.05
EV Truck/SUV 150.5 1 $52.68 $24.08

Gas CO2

132 kg

EV CO2

44 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 20, 2026

Origin

Black River, NY

Late night in Black River on Tuesday

Local time

4:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brookhaven, NY

Late night in Brookhaven on Tuesday

Local time

4:47 AM

EDT

Current temp

43°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

18 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 49m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 311.4
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 311.4
View on nps.gov
Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 376.3
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 311.4
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 311.4
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

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...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 311.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive with a significant 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter more frequent changes in direction and speed than on a pure interstate route. With 34% of the journey on highways, you'll experience a mix of faster travel and more involved local road navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 201.9 miles, primarily on the New York State Thruway, offering a period of consistent driving. As you progress, the character of the road will shift, transitioning between these highway segments and the more winding local roads.

Only 34% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
55 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 201.9 mi on New York State Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 170.3 miles in near New York State Thruway.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 30 significant decision points across 376.3 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 170.3 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 288.4 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 289.8 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Black River, NY and Brookhaven, NY, road signs point toward Genesee Street South, Boston, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York and Eastern Long Island.

Genesee Street South

85.4 mi in | ~1h 51m

Boston

170.3 mi in | ~3h 31m | via New York State Thruway

Gsp South: Paterson

303.9 mi in | ~6h 7m

Fort Lee

303.9 mi in | ~6h 7m

New York

303.9 mi in | ~6h 7m

Eastern Long Island

326.7 mi in | ~6h 39m

About the Cities

Arriving in Brookhaven, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1655

Brookhaven is the largest town in Suffolk County, part of Long Island, New York. With 485,000 residents (2020). It includes a patchwork of villages and other communities, and is the only town on the island to touch both the Long Island Sound and Atlantic Ocean. The villages of Belle Terre, Bellport, Lake Grove, Mastic Beach, Old Field, Patchogue, Poquott, Port Jefferson, and Shoreham are semi-autonomous, and provide their own services in addition to those provided by the town. Other prominent communities include Mount Sinai, Stony Brook, and Fire Island, a long and car-free resort island off the south coast of the town.

Top landmarks

  • • Wardenclyffe Tower — early experimental wireless transmission station designed and built by Nikola Te...
  • • West Meadow Beach Historic District — historic district in the United States
  • • Stony Brook Grist Mill — watermill

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 49m. Total distance: 376.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 49m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 201.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $32.64 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Brookhaven, 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. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 170.3 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 288.4 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 289.8 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Fire Island National Seashore (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Brookhaven, NY before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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