Traveling from Brunswick to New York City covers 163.1 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes of drive time. Because this is a manageable distance, it works perfectly as a straightforward one-day trip without the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate via I-787, the New York State Thruway, and NJ-17 to reach your destination. Expect to budget roughly $26 for fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional climate throughout the journey. It is a practical route for those looking to reach the city efficiently while maintaining a realistic travel budget.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.5 miles from Brunswick, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
111.2 mi
2h 8m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
I 787
5.8 mi
8m
Brunswick Road
4.9 mi
9m
NJ 3
4.2 mi
4m
Tonnelle Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
Holland Tunnel
2 mi
4m
White Church Road
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 111.2 mi, about 2h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, NY and New York City, NY.
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Start on this road
141 ft·10 sec·this road
2
Continue on White Church Road
1.1 mi·2 min·White Church Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto NY 2
0.2 mi·24 sec·State Highway 2
4
Continue on NY 2
4.9 mi·9 min·Brunswick Road
5
Turn left onto NY 66
495 ft·18 sec·Pawling Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Linden Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·Linden Avenue
7
At end of road, turn right onto Spring Avenue
0.2 mi·28 sec·Spring Avenue
8
Turn left onto Ida Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Ida Street
9
Turn left onto US 4
0.4 mi·1 min·3rd Street
10
Continue on US 4
0.5 mi·1 min·4th Street
11
Continue on US 4
0.3 mi·44 sec·Burden Avenue
12
Continue on NY 378
0.8 mi·1 min·High Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 787 South: AlbanyUse the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Merge onto I 787
5.2 mi·7 min·I 787
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 787
0.6 mi·1 min·I 787
Exit 1Toward I 87 Toll: New York State Thruway
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1
17
Merge onto I 87
111 mi·2 hr 8 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
19
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
20
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
22
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
26
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
27
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
28
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
30
Take the exit
305 ft·10 sec
Toward BrooklynUse the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft·7 sec·Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker StreetUse the straight lane.
32
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi·1 min·Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi·1 min·Broadway
Use the straight lane.
34
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3 hour and 30 minute trip, aim to depart early to avoid peak traffic congestion as you approach the city. Since you only have one planned stop along the way, use that break strategically to refuel or stretch your legs before hitting the final leg of the drive. The flexibility of this route allows you to tailor your departure time based on your personal schedule, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $26 estimated cost. Pay close attention to the turn-heavy sections of the route, as they require more focus than a standard interstate cruise. Keep your navigation tools handy for the local road portions, as these segments are where you will spend most of your time.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.5 miles from Brunswick, NY, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.2 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 36 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.5 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brunswick, 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 Brunswick, NY
This is one driving day of about 163.1 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Brunswick, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 111.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 6.3 and 158.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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6.3 mi into trip|~12m in|NY 66 / Pawling Avenue
Turn left onto NY 66 / Pawling Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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15.8 mi into trip|~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turn...
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127.5 mi into trip|~2h 39m 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
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128.9 mi into trip|~2h 41m 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
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158.8 mi into trip|~3h 19m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.85 one way
$53.69 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$29.03
$58.06
premium
$4.92
$31.61
$63.22
diesel
$5.61
$36.01
$72.02
Estimated Tolls: $21.56
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(111.2 mi)$5.56
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
$27
Tolls
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: good
Target Latham #T1915
Latham, NY
eVgo Network
6 DCFC
One Dream
Latham, NY
VIALYNK
4 DCFC
Hannaford Supermarket
Troy, NY
eVgo Network
1 DCFC
Hannaford Markets - Wynantskill
Wynantskill, NY
eVgo Network
1 DCFC
eVgo Network: 3
VIALYNK: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
48.9
0
$17.13
$7.83
Efficient EV
40.8
0
$14.27
$6.52
EV Truck/SUV
65.2
0
$22.83
$10.44
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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 18, 2026
Origin
Brunswick, NY
Morning
in Brunswick on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New York City, NY
Morning
in New York City on Sunday
Local time
6:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
E 6 to 14 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
49°F
Ramapo, NY
82 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
18 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 30m 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.
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...
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
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 163.1
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
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 163.1
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
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 163.1
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...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 163.1
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 163.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a turn-heavy, local-focused profile that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Only 21% of your journey is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time on smaller, more technical roads. You will settle into the longest uninterrupted stretch of 111.2 miles once you merge onto the New York State Thruway. As you transition from the local roads to the interstate and eventually toward the city, the driving environment shifts significantly. Prepare for a mix of fast-paced highway driving and the more cautious, attentive navigation required by the local segments of the route.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111.2 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 6.3 miles in near NY 66 / Pawling Avenue.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 163.1 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 6.3 miles (NY 66 / Pawling Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.5 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
179 ft59 ft
Total Climb
121 ft
Total Descent
36 ft
Highest Point
179 ft
~20.4 mi in
Elevation Range
121 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brunswick, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Massachusetts Turnpike and Exits 22-1.
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation.
From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
•Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
•National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
•Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
This 163.1-mile drive is totally doable for a same-day round trip, but with a 10/10 complexity, be prepared for a lot of turns. You'll spend most of your 3h 30m driving through local roads, so it's not a speed run.
Family Friendly
This 163.1-mile trip is short enough for kids (around 3h 30m), but the 10/10 complexity means you'll be navigating a ton of turns. It's definitely not a sit-back-and-relax kind of drive for the whole family.
Solo Traveler
With 10/10 complexity and a high percentage of local roads, this 163.1-mile route will definitely keep you engaged on your own. It's a solid distance for a solo drive, just be ready for constant navigation.
Scenic Drive
You'll get your wish for mostly non-highway driving on this 163.1-mile route, as only 21% is highway. However, the 10/10 complexity suggests it's more 'turn-heavy local drive' than 'scenic overlook'.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 111.2 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $21.56 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.
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 New York City, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.3 miles (NY 66 / Pawling Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 127.5 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at New York City, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
