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Trip from Brookhaven, NY to Keeseville, 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 2m

Distance

343.8 mi

553 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
6h 52m ★
6 AM
7h 3m
8 AM
7h 25m
10 AM
7h 11m
12 PM
7h 8m
3 PM
7h 12m
5 PM
7h 24m
8 PM
6h 56m

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

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Keeseville, NY

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Trip Overview

Embarking on a journey from Brookhaven, NY, to Keeseville, NY, covers 343.8 miles and is estimated to take about 7 hours and 2 minutes of driving time. This route is primarily situated within New York, making it a straightforward trip across the state. With a projected fuel cost of $57 and two recommended stops, this drive is manageable as a single-day adventure. The majority of your travel will be on highways, contributing to an efficient, though potentially less varied, experience. Consider this a practical option for reaching your destination efficiently, with the longest stretch of continuous driving at 128.1 miles.

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

171.9 miles from Brookhaven, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Adirondack Northway 128.1 mi 2h 28m
NY 17 111.7 mi 2h 8m
Long Island Expressway 41.4 mi 55m
NJ 17 14.7 mi 18m
I 787 9 mi 12m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Cross Bronx Expressway 6.6 mi 8m
US 9 4.3 mi 6m
Longest stretch: Adirondack Northway — 128.1 mi, about 2h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

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Start on CR 36

0.4 mi · 46 sec · South Country Road
2

Continue on South Country Road

354 ft · 16 sec · South Country Road
3

Turn straight onto CR 80

0.8 mi · 1 min · Montauk Highway
4

Turn left onto CR 16

4.2 mi · 6 min · Horseblock Road
Use the left lane.
5

Turn left onto Express Drive North

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Express Drive North
Use the left lane.
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 495 WEST: New York
7

Merge onto I 495

41 mi · 55 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 31N-S Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 31N Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto CI

3.1 mi · 4 min · Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 295

1.8 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
13

Continue on I 295

0.7 mi · 1 min · Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 295

6.6 mi · 8 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
16

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
17

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
18

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
22

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.
24

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
27

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17
28

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
29

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17
30

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

112 mi · 2 hr 8 min · NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Exit 23 Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy Use the slight right lane.
32

Continue on I 787

9.0 mi · 12 min · I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 787

0.4 mi · 29 sec · NY 787
34

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec
Exit 9W Toward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs Use the right lane.
35

Merge onto NY 7

3.1 mi · 3 min · NY 7
36

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls
37

Merge onto I 87

128 mi · 2 hr 28 min · Adirondack Northway
38

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 34 sec
Exit 33 Toward US 9, NY 22: Keeseville
39

Turn right

294 ft · 15 sec
40

Turn left onto US 9; NY 22

4.3 mi · 6 min · US 9; NY 22
41

Arrive at destination

US 9; NY 22

Trip Plan

For this 7-hour drive, departing early in the morning is your best bet to avoid traffic and maximize daylight hours. With two recommended stops, plan to break up the 343.8 miles into manageable segments, perhaps one around the halfway point. The fuel cost is estimated at $57, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Brookhaven. Pay attention to the Adirondack Northway as it comprises the longest stretch of your journey; maintaining focus during this extended highway segment is key to a safe and smooth trip to Keeseville.

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 171.9 miles from Brookhaven, NY, or about 3h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.1 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 76 miles or 1h 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 171.9 miles or 3h 38m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 51m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, NY

This is one driving day of about 343.8 miles and 7h 2m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Brookhaven, 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 Adirondack Northway for about 128.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Orange County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Windsor, NY

172 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 171.9 miles from Brookhaven, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 128.1 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 · first break window

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Little Neck, New York

Near the start, short detour

First break · 1h in 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

2.2 mi

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rensselaer, New York

2.3 mi

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Little Neck, New York

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Mi Ecuador Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Rensselaer, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15182750565

Visit website

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Tool's Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Delmar, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+15184399111

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+12013893535

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour Expensive

Saddle River, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Harriman, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Monroe, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Harriman, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Huntington Station, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Huntington Station, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Geiger Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Deer Park, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+16318932100

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm

+12017334359

Visit website

Sky Zone Queensbury

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Queensbury, New York

Hours: 1–8 pm

+15187414449

Visit website

Up Yonda Farm, Environmental Education Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bolton Landing, New York

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15186449767

Visit website

Ulysses S. Grant Cottage National Historic Landmark

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Gansevoort, New York

+15185844353

Visit website

Catch Air Paramus

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12016202125

Visit website

Walt Whitman Birthplace Association

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Huntington Station, New York

Hours: 1–4 pm

+16314275240

Visit website

Ready to Golf

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

River Edge, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+16093887728

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 29

5 decision points cluster between mile 47.3 and 63.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
47.3 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport

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 31N-S Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge,...
10
47.5 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 31N Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...
8
50.9 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England

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 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
8
63.1 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

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. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
9
63.3 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$56.59 one way

$113.18 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 120 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $61.19 $122.39
premium $4.92 $66.63 $133.27
diesel $5.61 $75.91 $151.81

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00
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

$57

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$104–$129

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 120.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 103.1 1 $36.10 $16.50
Efficient EV 86 0 $30.08 $13.75
EV Truck/SUV 137.5 1 $48.13 $22.00

Gas CO2

120 kg

EV CO2

40 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 17, 2026

Origin

Brookhaven, NY

Late night in Brookhaven on Tuesday

Local time

5:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy

NE 2 to 6 mph 35% chance Live forecast

Destination

Keeseville, NY

Late night in Keeseville on Tuesday

Local time

5:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Mostly Clear

W 2 to 6 mph 0% chance 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

2 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 2m 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.

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 ~7 min detour Free near mile 59.3
View on nps.gov
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...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 59.3
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
View on nps.gov
Saratoga National Historical Park

Saratoga National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 225.3
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 ~23 min detour Free near mile 59.3
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 59.3
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This drive features a mixed profile, with 59% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Adirondack Northway, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 128.1 miles. While the Long Island Expressway and NY 17 will get you started and connect you to the main artery, the bulk of the travel is on this major northern route. Expect a predominantly highway experience, allowing for steady progress, but be prepared for the extended periods of consistent speed that characterize such drives.

59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 128.1 mi on Adirondack Northway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.3 miles in.

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 29 significant decision points across 343.8 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 47.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.9 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 Brookhaven, NY and Keeseville, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Upper Level and Njtp South: Hackensack - among others.

Kennedy Airport

47.3 mi in | ~1h 4m

Cross Island Parkway North

47.5 mi in | ~1h 5m

Bronx

50.9 mi in | ~1h 10m

New England

50.9 mi in | ~1h 10m

Upper Level

60.6 mi in | ~1h 24m | via I 95; US 1

Njtp South: Hackensack

63.1 mi in | ~1h 28m

Gsp South

70.2 mi in | ~1h 38m

Gsp North

70.2 mi in | ~1h 38m

Newark

70.2 mi in | ~1h 38m

Mahwah

70.2 mi in | ~1h 38m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

85.4 mi in | ~1h 58m | via NY 17

Troy

197.2 mi in | ~4h 7m

About the Cities

Starting 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 2m. Total distance: 343.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 2m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 128.1 miles on Adirondack Northway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $22.55 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 Keeseville, 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 47.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant 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 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 14.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Keeseville, 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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