Trip from East Aurora, NY to Brooklyn, NY

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

Drive Time

7h 41m

Distance

360.4 mi

580 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

7h 32m ★

6 AM

7h 42m

8 AM

8h 1m

10 AM

7h 48m

12 PM

7h 47m

3 PM

7h 49m

5 PM

8h 0m

8 PM

7h 36m

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

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East Aurora, NY

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borough of New York City, New York, United States

Brooklyn, NY

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Trip Overview

This 360.4-mile drive from East Aurora, NY, to Brooklyn, NY, is achievable in a single, albeit long, day, taking approximately 7 hours and 41 minutes of pure driving time. With a highway share of 66%, it's a predominantly highway-focused journey, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently. The estimated fuel cost is around $59, and with two planned stops, you can break up the drive. This route stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points in New York State.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

180.2 miles from East Aurora, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southern Tier Expressway	104.5 mi	2h 2m
Keystone Shortway	63.3 mi	1h 19m
I 81	53.4 mi	1h 3m
Genesee Expressway	32.6 mi	37m
I 380	23.6 mi	25m
Essex Freeway	15.8 mi	20m
Varysburg Road	10.9 mi	15m
Big Tree Road	10.5 mi	15m

Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on US 20A; NY 16; NY 78

1.1 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Continue on US 20A; NY 78

11 mi · 15 min · Big Tree Road

Continue on US 20A

11 mi · 15 min · Varysburg Road

Continue on US 20A

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Buffalo Road

Continue on US 20A

4.6 mi · 8 min · West Buffalo Street

Continue on US 20A

7.4 mi · 10 min · Perry Center Road

Continue on CR 64

2.3 mi · 3 min · Perry Road

Turn right onto NY 36

1.3 mi · 1 min · Mount Morris Road

Continue on NY 36

1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street

Continue on NY 36

4.1 mi · 7 min · Sonyea Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 390

33 mi · 37 min · Genesee Expressway

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81

Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6

Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380

Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380

Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg

Merge onto I 80

63 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 49 sec

Exit 47A Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark

Continue on I 280

16 mi · 20 min · Essex Freeway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 17A Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City

Merge onto CR 508

2.0 mi · 3 min · Newark-Jersey City Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 7

0.5 mi · 43 sec · New Wittpenn Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Turn straight

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct

Continue on NJ 139

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct

Continue on I 78

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78

1.9 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel

Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan

Take the exit

428 ft · 14 sec

Toward NY 9A

Turn slight left onto Laight Street

0.2 mi · 48 sec · Laight Street

Toward NY 9A

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Street

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

2.6 mi · 5 min

Exit 2 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn Use the left lane.

Continue on I 278

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Gowanus Expressway

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.

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.

Turn left onto NY 27

1.2 mi · 2 min · Caton Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on NY 27

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Linden Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Nostrand Avenue

Arrive at destination

Nostrand Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 7-hour, 41-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from East Aurora to avoid potential traffic as you near Brooklyn. With two stops suggested, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or before embarking on the longest 104.5-mile stretch on the Southern Tier Expressway. The $59 fuel cost is an estimate, so keeping an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during longer highway segments, is advisable. This route is best completed in one day, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, you could certainly split it, though the highway focus makes it manageable in a single push.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 180.2 miles from East Aurora, NY, or about 3h 49m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 79 miles or 1h 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 180.2 miles or 3h 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 6h 12m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving East Aurora, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from East Aurora, NY

This is one driving day of about 360.4 miles and 7h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from East Aurora, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vestal, NY

180 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

Pulteney, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endwell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 180.2 miles from East Aurora, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 360.4

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

1.3 mi

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

2 mi

Dekalb Market Hall

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19293596555

Visit website

Cinar Mediterranean Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 334.7

Livingston, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm

+19733151616

Visit website

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+17186738301

Visit website

ACherry Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+17188664460

Visit website

18th Ave Cafe G

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $30 to $40 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–10:45 pm

+16463408230

Tofubox

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+17183884232

Visit website

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 283.2

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Giorgio's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour Moderately mile 334.7

South Orange Village, New Jersey

Hours: 12–3 pm

+19737624440

Visit website

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 5 am–4 pm

+17184380447

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17184994404

Visit website

Roots Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19293015535

Visit website

Roasted Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 154.5

Owego, New York

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16072231652

Visit website

Next Move Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+17186769679

Visit website

Just Fun for Kids | Kids Parties & Events

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13476819102

Visit website

Healing Bean Cafe | Arts and Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13474974202

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 103

Painted Post, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 180.2

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 180.2

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Wingate Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Prospect Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+17189658951

Visit website

Prospect Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17183997339

Visit website

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17186237200

Visit website

Prospect Park Carousel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–5 pm

+17189656961

Visit website

Brooklyn Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17186385000

Visit website

Grover Cleveland Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 334.7

Essex Fells, NJ

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19732683500

Visit website

Brooklyn Children's Museum

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 360.4

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17187354400

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 183.1 and 353.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

183.1 mi into trip | ~3h 53m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton

236.4 mi into trip | ~4h 56m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

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

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...

348.5 mi into trip | ~7h 16m in

Take the exit toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

348.7 mi into trip | ~7h 16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

353.8 mi into trip | ~7h 28m in

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

Use the left lane. Exit 2 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$59.32 one way

$118.65 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 126 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$64.15	$128.30
premium	$4.92	$69.85	$139.70
diesel	$5.61	$79.57	$159.14

Estimated Tolls: $16.14

Holland Tunnel $16.00

Newark-Jersey City Turnpike (2 mi) $0.14

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

$59

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$100–$125

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 126.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	108.1	1	$37.84	$17.30
Efficient EV	90.1	1	$31.53	$14.42
EV Truck/SUV	144.2	1	$50.46	$23.07

Gas CO2

126 kg

EV CO2

42 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 16, 2026

Origin

East Aurora, NY

Afternoon in East Aurora on Sunday

Local time

4:20 PM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brooklyn, NY

Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday

Local time

4:20 PM

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

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...

5 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 360.4

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 360.4-mile journey, with 66% of the drive utilizing major expressways. You'll navigate on the Southern Tier Expressway, the Keystone Shortway, and I-81, offering a consistent pace for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, so be prepared for extended periods of highway driving. While primarily interstate, the transition between these main roads will define the changing character of the drive as you progress toward Brooklyn.

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 183.1 miles in near I 81.

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 25 significant decision points across 360.4 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 183.1 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 236.4 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 348.5 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 East Aurora, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.

Mt Pocono

236.4 mi in | ~4h 56m | via US 6

Milford

237.2 mi in | ~4h 57m | via I 84; I 380

Newark

328.8 mi in | ~6h 48m

About the Cities

Starting in East Aurora, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1804

East Aurora is a village in the Southtowns of Erie County, New York.

Top landmarks

• Roycroft — artist collective

Arriving 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 7h 41m. Total distance: 360.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 41m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.14 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 Brooklyn, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Castle Clinton National Monument, Statue Of Liberty National Monument and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Brooklyn, NY before the return drive.

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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Trip from East Aurora, NY to Brooklyn, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Lips Cafe

Dekalb Market Hall

Cinar Mediterranean Restaurant

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

ACherry Restaurant

18th Ave Cafe G

Tofubox

Triplets Family Restaurant

Giorgio's Restaurant

Lips Cafe

F and M coffee shop

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

Roots Cafe

Roasted Coffee Bar

Next Move Cafe

Just Fun for Kids | Kids Parties & Events

Healing Bean Cafe | Arts and Coffee

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

IONNA Charging Station

Flying J EV Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Wingate Park

Prospect Park

Prospect Park Zoo

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

Prospect Park Carousel

Brooklyn Museum

Grover Cleveland Park

Brooklyn Children's Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

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East Aurora, NY

Brooklyn, NY

Same local time

11 degrees warmer at arrival

7h 41m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Castle Clinton National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

Governors Island National Monument

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Arriving in Brooklyn, NY

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