Trip from East Flatbush, NY to Howard, NY

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

Drive Time

6h 1m

Distance

294.6 mi

474 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 49m ★

6 AM

6h 2m

8 AM

6h 28m

10 AM

6h 11m

12 PM

6h 8m

3 PM

6h 12m

5 PM

6h 27m

8 PM

5h 54m

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

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East Flatbush, NY

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Trip Overview

East Flatbush, NY to Howard, NY is 294.6 miles and takes about 6h 1m via I 86, I 81, and Christopher Columbus Highway, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New York State, offering a straightforward drive. With a recommended one-day duration, it's designed for efficient travel. The route primarily utilizes major highways, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours.

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

147.3 miles from East Flatbush, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 86	100 mi	1h 56m
I 81	58.1 mi	1h 9m
Christopher Columbus Highway	44.6 mi	52m
I 380	27.7 mi	30m
Keystone Shortway	17.3 mi	24m
NJ 3	10.9 mi	13m
US 46	10.8 mi	12m
Southern Tier Expressway	7.2 mi	8m

Longest stretch: I 86 — 100 mi, about 1h 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on NY 27

1.3 mi · 3 min · Linden Boulevard

Turn slight right onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Caton Avenue

Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Saint Pauls Place

At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Parkside Avenue

Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway

266 ft · 5 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway

Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway

33 ft · 0 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Ocean Parkway

Toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway North

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward NY 27 West: Prospect Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

Merge onto NY 27

1.3 mi · 2 min · Prospect Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 46 sec · NY 27

Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx

Merge onto I 278

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Gowanus Expressway

Keep slight left at fork

2.3 mi · 4 min

Exit 25 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A

1.1 mi · 3 min · West Street

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto Vestry Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Vestry Street

Turn left onto Hudson Street

374 ft · 18 sec · Hudson Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Take the exit

406 ft · 14 sec

Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey Use the straight / left lanes.

Merge onto I 78

1.8 mi · 3 min · Holland Tunnel

Continue on I 78

0.4 mi · 1 min · 14th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

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

Continue on NJ 139

0.8 mi · 1 min · NJ 139 Lower Level

Continue on NJ 139

406 ft · 7 sec · Pulaski Skyway

Take the exit

420 ft · 14 sec

Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto US 1; US 9

2.6 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn straight onto NJ 3

11 mi · 13 min · NJ 3

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 46

11 mi · 12 min · US 46

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap

Continue on I 80W

1.6 mi · 1 min · Interstate 80 West

Toward I 287: Morristown, Mahwah Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 21 sec

Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Merge onto I 80

45 mi · 52 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 8 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

12 mi · 15 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 46 sec

Exit 293 Toward I 380 North: Scranton

Continue on I 380

28 mi · 30 min · I 380

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 81

58 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 81

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17

100 mi · 1 hr 56 min · I 86; NY 17

Toward I 86: Corning

Keep slight right at fork onto I 86; NY 17

7.2 mi · 8 min · Southern Tier Expressway

Toward I 86 West, NY 17 West: Erie

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 35 Toward CR 70: Howard

Turn left onto CR70

0.2 mi · 34 sec · County Route 70

Turn left onto CR 70A

30 ft · 0 sec · County Route 70A

Arrive at destination

CR 70A

Trip Plan

For this 6-hour drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and avoid potential evening traffic. Since it's a single-day trip, you can be flexible with stops, but planning one break around the halfway point would be sensible. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 100-mile stretch on I 86, as services might be less frequent. The fuel cost is estimated at $48, so factor that into your budget. Be aware that about 75 miles of the route will be on non-highway roads, so expect a change in pace towards the end.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 147.3 miles from East Flatbush, NY, or about 3h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100 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 65 miles or 1h 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 147.3 miles or 3h 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 59m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving East Flatbush, 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 East Flatbush, NY

This is one driving day of about 294.6 miles and 6h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from East Flatbush, 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 I 86 for about 100 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Port Jervis, NY

147 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Binghamton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 147.3 miles from East Flatbush, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100 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 Restaurant

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rutherford, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 21

Hours: 5–9:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

Hapgoods Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mountain Lakes, New Jersey

1.8 mi

Cafe Rue Dix

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Brooklyn, New York

1.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the start, short detour

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

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

Roasted Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Owego, New York

2.1 mi

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

2.3 mi

Fiorentini Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 21

Rutherford, New Jersey

Hours: 5–9:30 pm

+19737213404

Visit website

Hapgoods Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 42.1

Mountain Lakes, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+19732993399

Visit website

Cafe Rue Dix

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $30 to $40

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19292342543

Visit website

Cafe Tibet

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+13477899524

Tabbouleh Cafe & restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–1 pm

+17186738301

Visit website

Dekalb Market Hall

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19293596555

Visit website

Fasil Mediterranean Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 42.1

Boonton, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19739173334

Visit website

Tofubox

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+17183884232

Visit website

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

Roasted Coffee Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 210.5

Owego, New York

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+16072231652

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 5 am–4 pm

+17184380447

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17184994404

Visit website

Roots Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19293015535

Visit website

Eagle Rock Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 21

Montclair, New Jersey

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+19733586543

Visit website

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 21

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12014259120

Just Fun for Kids | Kids Parties & Events

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13476819102

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 42.1

Denville, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 189.4

Johnson City, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 252.5

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 210.5

Owego, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 189.4

Hours: 12–5 pm

+17189656961

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 33

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 8.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

2.4 mi into trip | ~6m in | Ocean Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway Nor...

4.9 mi into trip | ~10m 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

7.2 mi into trip | ~15m 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...

8.5 mi into trip | ~19m in | Hudson Street

Turn left onto Hudson Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

8.6 mi into trip | ~19m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.49 one way

$96.99 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 103 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$52.44	$104.87
premium	$4.92	$57.10	$114.20
diesel	$5.61	$65.04	$130.09

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

$48

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$89–$114

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	88.4	1	$30.93	$14.14
Efficient EV	73.7	0	$25.78	$11.78
EV Truck/SUV	117.8	1	$41.24	$18.85

Gas CO2

103 kg

EV CO2

34 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 15, 2026

Origin

East Flatbush, NY

Late night in East Flatbush on Sunday

Local time

3:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Howard, NY

Late night in Howard on Sunday

Local time

3:51 AM

EDT

Current temp

39°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

10 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

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...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 10.2

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This route is mostly highway, with 75% of the 294.6 miles on major roads like I 86 and I 81. You'll experience a longest stretch of 100 miles on I 86, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. Expect the highway portion to conclude around mile 221, transitioning to surface roads for the remainder of your trip. The high percentage of highway driving suggests a relatively fast pace for most of the drive.

75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 100 mi on I 86.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 86 and I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near Ocean Parkway.

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 33 significant decision points across 294.6 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 2.4 miles (Ocean Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: 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 East Flatbush, NY and Howard, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap and Mahwah.

Del Water Gap

36.3 mi in | ~55m

Mahwah

36.6 mi in | ~55m | via I 80W

About the Cities

Starting 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 6h 1m. Total distance: 294.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 1m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 100 miles on I 86. 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.

Yes — we found about 36 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Howard, 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. There are 36 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Howard, 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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