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Trip from Brooklyn, NY to Hamptonburgh, 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

1h 49m

Distance

75.7 mi

122 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 42m ★
6 AM
1h 50m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 54m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m

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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Hamptonburgh, NY

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Trip Overview

This 75.7-mile journey from Brooklyn, NY, to Hamptonburgh, NY, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 1 hour and 49 minutes. You'll primarily travel on NY 17 and NJ 17, with a significant portion on NJ 3, making it a highway-focused drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, this is an accessible and straightforward trip within the Northeast region. It's an efficient route that gets you to your destination without extensive planning, ideal for a quick getaway or a functional commute.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

37.9 miles from Brooklyn, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 26.5 mi 30m
NJ 17 22.9 mi 28m
NJ 3 4.3 mi 5m
Sarah Wells Trail 3.5 mi 8m
Tonnelle Avenue 2.6 mi 3m
Holland Tunnel 1.8 mi 3m
Prospect Expressway 1.3 mi 2m
West Street 1.1 mi 3m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 26.5 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Hamptonburgh, 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

14 mi · 16 min · NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
39

Take the exit

1.5 mi · 3 min
Exit 16 Toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman Use the slight right lane.
40

Continue on this road

152 ft · 3 sec · this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 30 sec
Toward NY 17 West: Binghamton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42

Continue on NY 17

12 mi · 14 min · NY 17
43

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec
Exit 124 Toward NY 17A, NY 17M, NY 207: Florida, Goshen
44

Turn left onto NY 17M

0.3 mi · 38 sec · North Connector Road
Use the left lane.
45

Turn right onto NY 207

0.7 mi · 1 min · Greenwich Avenue
Use the right lane.
46

Continue on NY 207

0.9 mi · 1 min · Main Street
47

Turn right onto CR 8

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Sarah Wells Trail
48

Keep slight left at fork onto CR 8

3.3 mi · 7 min · Sarah Wells Trail
49

Arrive at destination

CR 8

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of under two hours, this route offers great flexibility. You can depart whenever suits you best, but consider avoiding peak Brooklyn or New Jersey rush hour traffic. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the 26.5-mile longest stretch on NY 17, and ensure you're topped up before setting out to cover the $12 estimated fuel cost comfortably.

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 37.9 miles from Brooklyn, NY, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.5 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 17 miles or 32m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 37.9 miles or 58m 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hamptonburgh, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Brooklyn, NY

This is one driving day of about 75.7 miles and 1h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 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 26.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

38 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

New York City, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.9 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

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

Best meal stop · first break window

Dekalb Market Hall

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the start, short detour

First break · 8min in 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19293596555

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Paramus, New Jersey

1.4 mi

Le Coucou

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

2 mi

Best coffee break

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

1.3 mi

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

South Hackensack, New Jersey

1.7 mi

Dekalb Market Hall

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19293596555

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Le Coucou

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $100 or ab

New York, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–2 pm

+12122714252

Visit website

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Rutherford, New Jersey

Hours: 5–8:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

Veselka

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122289682

Visit website

Honey Day Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30

Glen Rock, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+12013893535

Visit website

Coppola Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+19294309955

Buena Vista Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $50 to $10

New York, New York

Hours: 3–11 pm

+12123885040

Visit website

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 5 am–4 pm

+17184380447

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Roots Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19293015535

Visit website

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17184994404

Visit website

Amano Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15858883232

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Aleef Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

First break 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12125642723

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Hoboken, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ViaLynk Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Goshen, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Union City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12018664664

Visit website

ViaLynk Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Goshen, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Catch Air Hasbrouck

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.1 mi from route

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12017132156

Visit website

Governors Island National Monument

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+16467719728

Visit website

Fort Jay

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

Visit website

Water Lab

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+17182229939

Visit website

Mana Contemporary

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12016042702

Visit website

Wingate Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Battery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12123443491

Visit website

SeaGlass Carousel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

New York, NY

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12123443491

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 32

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.2 and 56.1 — 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
56.1 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in

Take the exit toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman

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 16 Toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.46 one way

$24.92 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $13.47 $26.95
premium $4.92 $14.67 $29.34
diesel $5.61 $16.71 $33.43

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

$12

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22.7 0 $7.95 $3.63
Efficient EV 18.9 0 $6.62 $3.03
EV Truck/SUV 30.3 0 $10.60 $4.84

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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

Brooklyn, NY

Afternoon in Brooklyn on Tuesday

Local time

12:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SW 6 to 10 mph 18% chance Live forecast

Destination

Hamptonburgh, NY

Afternoon in Hamptonburgh on Tuesday

Local time

12:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

63°F

Ramapo, NY

38 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

20 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

1h 49m 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.

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...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 5.2
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 ~1 min detour Free near mile 7.8
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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 5.2
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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...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 7.8
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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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 7.8
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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 5.2
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Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway experience, with 75% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter stretches like the 26.5-mile segment on NY 17, offering sustained cruising. The route transitions between New York and New Jersey, so be prepared for the shift in road numbering and potentially varying traffic patterns as you navigate NJ 17 and NJ 3. This isn't a winding scenic byway, but rather a direct path designed for efficient travel.

75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.5 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

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 75.7 miles you will encounter 32 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

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 Hamptonburgh, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, New Jersey, Jersey City, New York State Thruway North: Albany and Goshen.

Manhattan

4.2 mi in | ~9m

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

Goshen

70.2 mi in | ~1h 37m

About the Cities

Starting in Brooklyn, NY

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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 1h 49m. Total distance: 75.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 26.5 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 Hamptonburgh, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

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 — Governors Island National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton 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 Hamptonburgh, 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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