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Trip from Delhi, NY to East Flatbush, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 40m

Distance

161.1 mi

259 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 28m ★
6 AM
3h 40m
8 AM
4h 5m
10 AM
3h 49m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 50m
5 PM
4h 4m
8 PM
3h 33m

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

town in Delaware County, New York, USA

Delhi, NY

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neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York City, USA

East Flatbush, NY

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Trip Overview

Delhi, NY to East Flatbush, NY is 161.1 miles and takes about 3h 40m via NY 17 and NJ 17, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route keeps you within New York and New Jersey, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking to stay within the Northeast region. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, so expect consistent speeds for most of the journey. Given its manageable length and duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day of travel.

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

80.5 miles from Delhi, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 70.1 mi 1h 23m
NJ 17 22.7 mi 29m
New York State Thruway 13.7 mi 15m
State Highway 10 8.9 mi 12m
Hawleys-Downsville Road 7.5 mi 10m
State Highway 206 4.8 mi 8m
Cat Hollow Road 4.6 mi 8m
NJ 3 4.2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 70.1 mi, about 1h 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Delhi, NY and East Flatbush, NY.

1

Start on NY 10; NY 28

0.9 mi · 1 min · Main Street
2

Continue on NY 10

8.9 mi · 12 min · State Highway 10
3

Turn left onto CR 26

0.7 mi · 59 sec · Hawleys-Downsville Road
4

Continue on CR 26

6.9 mi · 9 min · Hawleys-Downsville Road
5

Continue on CR 26

1.0 mi · 1 min · Knox Avenue
6

At end of road, turn left onto NY 206

508 ft · 16 sec · State Highway 206
7

Continue on NY 30; NY 206

0.3 mi · 47 sec · Bridge Street
8

Continue on NY 30; NY 206

2.8 mi · 4 min · State Highway 30
9

Turn right onto NY 206; CR 7

4.6 mi · 8 min · Cat Hollow Road
10

Continue on NY 206; CR 7

4.7 mi · 8 min · State Highway 206
11

Continue on NY 206; CR 91

1.6 mi · 2 min · Rockland Road
12

Continue on NY 206; CR 179

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Old Route 17
13

Turn right onto CR 124

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Stewart Avenue
14

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward NY 17 East: New York City Use the left lane.
15

Merge onto NY 17

69 mi · 1 hr 22 min · NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City Use the slight right lane.
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City Use the slight right lane.
18

Merge onto I 87

14 mi · 15 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
20

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
21

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

23 mi · 29 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
22

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
23

Merge onto NJ 3

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

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
26

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the left lane.
27

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
28

Continue on NJ 139

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
29

Continue on I 78

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
30

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78

1.9 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
31

Take the exit

428 ft · 14 sec
Toward NY 9A
32

Turn slight left onto Laight Street

0.2 mi · 48 sec · Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
33

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Street
Use the straight lane.
34

Take the exit

2.6 mi · 5 min
Exit 2 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn Use the left lane.
35

Continue on I 278

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Gowanus Expressway
36

Take the exit onto NY 27

1.5 mi · 2 min · NY 27
Exit 24 Toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway Use the slight left / straight lanes.
37

Take the exit onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 47 sec · NY 27
Exit 5 Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Center Use the slight right lane.
38

Turn left onto NY 27

1.2 mi · 2 min · Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
39

Continue on NY 27

1.4 mi · 3 min · Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
40

Arrive at destination

NY 27

Trip Plan

With a total drive time of under 4 hours, this is a trip you can easily complete in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to take advantage of daylight and potentially lighter traffic. While the drive is relatively short, there is one recommended stop, which could be a good opportunity to stretch your legs or refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 70.1-mile stretch on NY 17, to ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.

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 80.5 miles from Delhi, NY, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.1 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 35 miles or 54m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 80.5 miles or 1h 49m 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 52m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Delhi, 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 Delhi, NY

This is one driving day of about 161.1 miles and 3h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Delhi, 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 NY 17 for about 70.1 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

81 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

Rockland, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Washington Heights, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.5 miles from Delhi, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.1 miles.

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 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 32.9 and 148.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
32.9 mi into trip | ~52m in

Take the ramp toward NY 17 East: New York City

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward NY 17 East: New York City
8
102.3 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
9
117.6 mi into trip | ~2h 33m 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
8
119 mi into trip | ~2h 35m 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
8
148.9 mi into trip | ~3h 13m 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

$26.52 one way

$53.04 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 56 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $28.67 $57.35
premium $4.92 $31.22 $62.45
diesel $5.61 $35.57 $71.14

Estimated Tolls: $16.68

Holland Tunnel $16.00
New York State Thruway (13.7 mi) $0.68

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

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.3 0 $16.92 $7.73
Efficient EV 40.3 0 $14.10 $6.44
EV Truck/SUV 64.4 0 $22.55 $10.31

Gas CO2

56 kg

EV CO2

19 kg (66% 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

Delhi, NY

Late night in Delhi on Sunday

Local time

3:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

East Flatbush, NY

Late night in East Flatbush on Sunday

Local time

3:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

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

11 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 40m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

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...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 157.7
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 157.7
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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 157.7
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...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 157.7
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 157.7
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...

3 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 152.1
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 is predominantly highway-focused, with 72% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience the efficiency of highways like NY 17 and NJ 17, which allow for consistent travel speeds. The longest uninterrupted stretch on this route measures 70.1 miles on NY 17, offering a significant period of steady driving. Expect a consistent driving experience with minimal interruptions from local traffic or complex intersections for the majority of the trip.

72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.1 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 32.9 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 24 significant decision points across 161.1 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 32.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 102.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Delhi, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Nyst: Albany, New York City, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.

Nyst: Albany

102.3 mi in | ~2h 15m

New York City

102.3 mi in | ~2h 15m

Jersey City

148.8 mi in | ~3h 13m | via US 1; US 9

Pulaski Skyway

148.8 mi in | ~3h 13m | via US 1; US 9

Hoboken

148.9 mi in | ~3h 13m

Manhattan

150.5 mi in | ~3h 16m | via I 78

About the Cities

Starting in Delhi, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1798

Arriving in East Flatbush, NY

Full guide →

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 3h 40m. Total distance: 161.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 70.1 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.68 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 East Flatbush, 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 32.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 102.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 117.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Castle Clinton National Monument, Governors Island National Monument and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at East Flatbush, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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