Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant
Around the midpoint, short detour
Newburgh, New York
Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm
+18457874527
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 16m
Distance
207.3 mi
334 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canajoharie, NY
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East Flatbush, NY
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Canajoharie, NY to East Flatbush, NY is 207.3 miles and takes about 4h 16m via New York State Thruway, NJ 17, and NJ 3, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip primarily stays within the Northeast region, crossing from New York into New Jersey before reaching its Brooklyn destination. Expect a drive with a fair number of turns, suggesting it's not a straight shot on major interstates for the entire journey. Given its manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for a relatively quick transit between these two points.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
103.7 miles from Canajoharie, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 163.1 mi | 3h 8m |
| NJ 17 | 22.7 mi | 29m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| NY 27 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Linden Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Caton Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Canajoharie, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
Start on this road
Turn right onto NY 5S
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 3
Continue on US 1; US 9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
Take the exit
Merge onto NJ 139
Continue on NJ 139
Continue on I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
Take the exit
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
Take the exit
Continue on I 278
Take the exit onto NY 27
Take the exit onto NY 27
Turn left onto NY 27
Continue on NY 27
Arrive at destination
With a drive time of just over 4 hours, this trip is easily achievable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to allow ample daylight for the drive and any brief stops you might need. The longest stretch on the New York State Thruway is ideal for minimizing stops, but be mindful of the "turn-heavy" nature of the latter half of the journey. Ensure you have enough fuel before leaving the Thruway, as navigating local roads with fewer service areas might require more planning. Keep an eye out for potential traffic delays as you approach the New York City metropolitan area.
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.
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 46 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.7 miles or 2h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Flatbush, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Canajoharie, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Canajoharie, NY
This is one driving day of about 207.3 miles and 4h 16m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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.
A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 103.7 miles from Canajoharie, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 163.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Newburgh, New York
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm
+18457874527
Cafe Rue Dix
Brooklyn, New York
Elysian Cafe
Hoboken, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
Brooklyn, New York
Near the end, short detour
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+13472404439
Aleef Cafe
New York, New York
F and M coffee shop
Brooklyn, New York
Around the midpoint, short detour
Newburgh, New York
Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm
+18457874527
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 12–11 pm
+19292342543
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Hoboken, New Jersey
Hours: 12 pm–12 am
+12017985898
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 12–9:30 pm
+13477899524
Later in the drive, short detour
Monroe, New York
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
New York, New York
Hours: 3–11 pm
+12123885040
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Paramus, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+12014871088
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
New York, NY
Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm
+12123624450
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+13472404439
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
New York, New York
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+12125642723
Near the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 5 am–4 pm
+17184380447
Near the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+17184994404
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+19293015535
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
New York, New York
Hours: 7 am–6 pm
+15858883232
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
New York, New York
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+12123651060
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+13476819102
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Central Valley, New York
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Newburgh, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Newburgh, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Union City, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+12018664664
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Newburgh, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18337484267
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Central Valley, New York
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18774943833
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Mahwah, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Central Valley, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887800062
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Union City, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+12013485747
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17187354400
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+17186237200
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+17189658951
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17183997339
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+17186385000
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 12–5 pm
+17189656961
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 45.7 and 199.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Take the exit toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$34.12 one way
$68.25 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $36.90 | $73.80 |
| premium | $4.92 | $40.18 | $80.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.77 | $91.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $24.16
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
$34
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.2 | 0 | $21.77 | $9.95 |
| Efficient EV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.14 | $8.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.9 | 1 | $29.02 | $13.27 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Canajoharie on Sunday
Local time
10:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in East Flatbush on Sunday
Local time
10:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
49°F
Ramapo, NY
104 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This route offers a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, with only 15% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a mix of driving styles, transitioning from the New York State Thruway to more localized roads like NJ 17 and NJ 3. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 163.1 miles on the New York State Thruway, providing a solid period of continuous highway travel. After this, be prepared for more frequent turns and a change in road character as you navigate through more populated areas and local streets.
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 45.7 miles in near New York State Thruway.
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 20 significant decision points across 207.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 45.7 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 163.9 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 165.3 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Canajoharie, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Boston, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
Boston
Jersey City
Pulaski Skyway
Hoboken
Manhattan
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 207.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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