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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 12m

Distance

93 mi

150 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 3m ★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 31m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 17m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 30m
8 PM
2h 7m

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

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borough of New York City, New York, United States

Brooklyn, NY

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Downtown Arlington, NY, NY

Arlington, NY

Abhishek Navlakha

Trip Overview

This straightforward 93-mile drive from Brooklyn, NY, to Arlington, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 2 hours and 12 minutes. The route primarily utilizes major roadways like NY 17 and NJ 17, with a significant portion on Route 9W, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this journey through the Northeast region is efficient and direct. You can expect a relatively quick transit, allowing for a full day at your destination without needing an overnight stop. It's a practical option for getting from one point in New York to another with minimal fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

46.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 29.9 mi 34m
NJ 17 22.9 mi 28m
Route 9W 13.8 mi 18m
NJ 3 4.3 mi 5m
US 44 2.9 mi 8m
Tonnelle Avenue 2.6 mi 3m
I 84 2.2 mi 2m
Holland Tunnel 1.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 29.9 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Arlington, NY.

1

Start on Nostrand Avenue

432 ft · 21 sec · Nostrand Avenue
2

Turn right onto Snyder Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Snyder Avenue
3

Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

0.3 mi · 59 sec · Rogers Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4

Turn left onto NY 27

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5

Turn slight right onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Caton Avenue
6

Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Saint Pauls Place
7

At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Parkside Avenue
8

Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway

266 ft · 5 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway
9

Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway

33 ft · 0 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway
10

Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Ocean Parkway
Toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway North
11

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NY 27 West: Prospect Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
12

Merge onto NY 27

1.3 mi · 2 min · Prospect Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 46 sec · NY 27
Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
14

Merge onto I 278

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Gowanus Expressway
15

Keep slight left at fork

2.3 mi · 4 min
Exit 25 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

230 ft · 10 sec
Toward NY 9A North: West Street, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, George Washington Bridge Use the right lane.
17

At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A

1.1 mi · 3 min · West Street
Use the right lane.
18

Turn right onto Vestry Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Vestry Street
19

Turn left onto Hudson Street

374 ft · 18 sec · Hudson Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20

Take the exit

406 ft · 14 sec
Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey Use the straight / left lanes.
21

Merge onto I 78

1.8 mi · 3 min · Holland Tunnel
22

Continue on I 78

0.4 mi · 1 min · 14th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139

0.3 mi · 24 sec · 14th Street Viaduct
Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
24

Continue on NJ 139

0.8 mi · 1 min · NJ 139 Lower Level
25

Continue on NJ 139

406 ft · 7 sec · Pulaski Skyway
26

Take the exit

420 ft · 14 sec
Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Turn right onto US 1; US 9

2.6 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28

Turn straight onto NJ 3

4.3 mi · 5 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
31

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 3 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Continue on NJ 17

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Continue on NJ 17

4.1 mi · 5 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
35

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17
36

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
37

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17
38

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

30 mi · 34 min · NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
39

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 12 sec
Exit 17 Toward I 84, NY 300, NY 17K: Scranton, Newburgh Use the slight right lane.
40

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 84, NY 300: Danbury, Scranton
41

Continue on this road

485 ft · 11 sec · this road
42

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 84 East: Danbury
43

Merge onto I 84

2.2 mi · 2 min · I 84
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Exit 39 Toward US 9W, NY 32: Highland, Newburgh Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45

Turn left onto US 9W; NY 32

410 ft · 13 sec · North Robinson Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
46

Continue on US 9W

14 mi · 18 min · Route 9W
Use the left lane.
47

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Toward Mid Hudson Bridge
48

Merge onto US 44; NY 55

2.9 mi · 8 min · US 44; NY 55
Use the straight lane.
49

Turn straight onto US 44; NY 55

0.5 mi · 1 min · Baker Street
50

Continue on US 44; NY 55

0.5 mi · 44 sec · West Haight Avenue
51

Turn left onto Fairmont Avenue

351 ft · 11 sec · Fairmont Avenue
52

Arrive at destination

CR 38

Trip Plan

Given its short 2-hour duration, this route offers great flexibility; leaving Brooklyn in the morning allows for a full day in Arlington. You'll primarily be on NY 17, NJ 17, and Route 9W, so keep an eye out for lane changes as you transition between these main roads. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, monitoring your gas gauge is a good idea, though significant fuel stops are unlikely to be necessary. Plan for one brief break if needed, but the drive is short enough that you can easily power through without extensive rest stops. A specific tip: be aware of the transition onto Route 9W, as it might feel a bit different from the earlier highway segments.

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 46.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.9 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 20 miles or 36m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 46.5 miles or 1h 9m 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 44m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY

This is one driving day of about 93 miles and 2h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Brooklyn, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 29.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Spring Valley, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Spring Valley, NY

47 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

Passaic, NJ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Greenwood Lake, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 35

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 71.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
4.2 mi into trip | ~9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 25 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan
8
6.5 mi into trip | ~13m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NY 9A North: West Street, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, George Washington Bridge

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

Use the right lane. Toward NY 9A North: West Street, Holland Tunnel...
8
7.9 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey

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

Use the straight / left lanes. Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
8
18.4 mi into trip | ~34m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
8
71.7 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in

Take the exit toward I 84, NY 300, NY 17K: Scranton, Newburgh

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 17 Toward I 84, NY 300, NY 17K: Scranton, Newburgh

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.11 one way

$30.23 round trip

$4.13/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.47 $16.36 $32.72
premium $4.87 $17.82 $35.63
diesel $5.40 $19.78 $39.57

Estimated Tolls: $16.00

Holland Tunnel $16.00

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

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 27.9 0 $9.76 $4.46
Efficient EV 23.3 0 $8.14 $3.72
EV Truck/SUV 37.2 0 $13.02 $5.95

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (67% 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 14, 2026

Origin

Brooklyn, NY

Night in Brooklyn on Saturday

Local time

10:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SW 6 to 10 mph 18% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 7:26PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:25PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Arlington, NY

Night in Arlington on Saturday

Local time

10:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SW 2 to 7 mph 36% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 7:26PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:25PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

49°F

Spring Valley, NY

47 mi in

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

4 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

2h 12m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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.

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...

0 mi from route Free near mile 6.4
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 6.4
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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 6.4
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 6.4
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 6.4
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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 9.6
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect an 85% highway-focused drive on this route, characterized by efficient travel. The bulk of your journey will be on well-maintained roads like NY 17 and NJ 17, punctuated by stretches on Route 9W. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 29.9 miles on NY 17, offering a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the use of Route 9W may introduce slightly more varied conditions as you progress toward Arlington. This drive is designed for getting you there smoothly and without unnecessary detours.

85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
52 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.9 mi on NY 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 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 35 significant decision points across 93 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 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 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 Brooklyn, NY and Arlington, NY, road signs point toward New Jersey, Jersey City, New York State Thruway North: Albany, Newburgh and Scranton.

New Jersey

7.9 mi in | ~17m

Jersey City

10.2 mi in | ~23m | via NJ 139

New York State Thruway North: Albany

41.8 mi in | ~1h 3m | via NY 17

Newburgh

71.7 mi in | ~1h 38m

Scranton

71.8 mi in | ~1h 38m

About the Cities

Starting in Brooklyn, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1634

Brooklyn, the "Borough of Homes and Churches," is one of the five boroughs of New York City. It used to be a separate city, and still feels much like one. It has about 2.5 million inhabitants. If separated from the rest of New York City, Brooklyn would be the 4th most populous American city. Brooklyn is on the westernmost point of Long Island and shares a land boundary with Queens, which partially encircles Brooklyn to the north, east and south; Manhattan lies across the East River to the west and north of Brooklyn, and Staten Island is across the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to the southwest. Brooklyn is enjoying a period of growth and affluence not seen since before World War II. The Brooklyn Academy of Music boasts world-class theater performances, and the nearby Barclays Center is the home of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets.

Top landmarks

  • • Brooklyn Bridge — bridge in New York City, crossing the East River
  • • Brooklyn Museum — art museum in Brooklyn, New York

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 2h 12m. Total distance: 93 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 29.9 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.00 in tolls one way, starting with Holland Tunnel. 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 Arlington, 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 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Castle Clinton National Monument, Federal Hall National Memorial 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 Arlington, NY before heading back.

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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