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Trip from East Flatbush, NY to Suffern, NY

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

Drive Time

1h 6m

Distance

42.3 mi

68 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 1m ★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 3m

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

Crossing from East Flatbush to Suffern is a straightforward 42.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes. Because this is a compact trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $7 on fuel for the trek, which relies heavily on NJ 17, NJ 3, and Franklin Turnpike. Navigating through this Northeast corridor is purely functional, making it an ideal candidate for a quick excursion rather than a multi-day expedition. Given the short duration, you won't need to worry about complex logistics or multiple rest stops along the way.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NJ 17 19.1 mi 23m
NJ 3 4.3 mi 5m
Franklin Turnpike 3.3 mi 5m
Tonnelle Avenue 2.6 mi 3m
Holland Tunnel 1.8 mi 3m
Linden Boulevard 1.3 mi 3m
Prospect Expressway 1.3 mi 2m
West Street 1.1 mi 3m
Longest stretch: NJ 17 — 19.1 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on NY 27

1.3 mi · 3 min · Linden Boulevard
2

Turn slight right onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Caton Avenue
3

Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Saint Pauls Place
4

At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Parkside Avenue
5

Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway

266 ft · 5 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway
6

Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway

33 ft · 0 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway
7

Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Ocean Parkway
Toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway North
8

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NY 27 West: Prospect Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
9

Merge onto NY 27

1.3 mi · 2 min · Prospect Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 46 sec · NY 27
Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
11

Merge onto I 278

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Gowanus Expressway
12

Keep slight left at fork

2.3 mi · 4 min
Exit 25 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

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.
14

At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A

1.1 mi · 3 min · West Street
Use the right lane.
15

Turn right onto Vestry Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Vestry Street
16

Turn left onto Hudson Street

374 ft · 18 sec · Hudson Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17

Take the exit

406 ft · 14 sec
Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey Use the straight / left lanes.
18

Merge onto I 78

1.8 mi · 3 min · Holland Tunnel
19

Continue on I 78

0.4 mi · 1 min · 14th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

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
21

Continue on NJ 139

0.8 mi · 1 min · NJ 139 Lower Level
22

Continue on NJ 139

406 ft · 7 sec · Pulaski Skyway
23

Take the exit

420 ft · 14 sec
Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Turn right onto US 1; US 9

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

Turn straight onto NJ 3

4.3 mi · 5 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
28

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 3 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Continue on NJ 17

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Continue on NJ 17

4.1 mi · 5 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
32

Continue on NJ 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · NJ 17
33

Take the exit

474 ft · 13 sec
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
34

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 19 sec · this road
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
35

Keep slight right at fork

428 ft · 11 sec
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern Use the straight / slight left lanes.
36

Turn straight onto CR 507

3.3 mi · 5 min · Franklin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
37

Turn sharp right onto NY 59

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Lafayette Avenue
38

Turn slight right onto Washington Avenue

73 ft · 1 sec · Washington Avenue
39

Arrive at destination

Washington Avenue

Where to Stop

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

most populous city in the United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New York City, NY

21 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.

Popular next leg

New York City, NY to Suffern, NY

34.4 mi · 50m

Pacing Suggestions

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New York City, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from East Flatbush, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 38.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
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
8
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
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
8
19.1 mi into trip | ~35m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
9
38.6 mi into trip | ~1h in

Keep slight right at fork toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern

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

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.96 one way

$13.93 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $7.53 $15.06
premium $4.92 $8.20 $16.40
diesel $5.61 $9.34 $18.68

Estimated Tolls: $16.23

Holland Tunnel $16.00
Franklin Turnpike (3.3 mi) $0.23

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Tolls

$16

Total

$23

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12.7 0 $4.44 $2.03
Efficient EV 10.6 0 $3.70 $1.69
EV Truck/SUV 16.9 0 $5.92 $2.71

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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 14, 2026

Origin

East Flatbush, NY

Late night in East Flatbush on Sunday

Local time

4:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

82°F

Sunny

S 12 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 3:18PM EDT until April 14 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 3:13PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Destination

Suffern, NY

Late night in Suffern on Sunday

Local time

4:03 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 10 mph 20% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 3:18PM EDT until April 14 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 3:13PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

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

3 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

1h 6m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a commute-heavy experience, as this route is 70% highway-focused and keeps you moving through high-traffic zones. You will spend the bulk of your time on major arterial roads, including a significant 19.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along NJ 17. The road transitions from dense urban environments into the more open stretches characteristic of the region as you head toward Suffern. While it lacks the winding character of a scenic backroad, the consistent highway pace allows for steady progress. Behind the wheel, you should be prepared for a utilitarian drive where the road surface and traffic patterns dictate the flow.

70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.1 mi on NJ 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and NJ 3. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.3 miles you will encounter 27 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: 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; at 8.6 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 Flatbush, NY and Suffern, NY, road signs point toward Prospect Expressway North, Bronx, Manhattan, New Jersey, Jersey City and Franklin Turnpike.

Prospect Expressway North

2.4 mi in | ~6m | via Ocean Parkway

Bronx

4.1 mi in | ~9m | via NY 27

Manhattan

4.9 mi in | ~10m

New Jersey

8.6 mi in | ~19m

Jersey City

10.9 mi in | ~24m | via NJ 139

Franklin Turnpike

38.4 mi in | ~1h

About the Cities

Starting in East Flatbush, NY

Full guide →

Arriving in Suffern, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1773

Suffern is a village in Rockland County, New York.

Top landmarks

  • • United States Post Office — post office in Suffern, New York
  • • Washington Avenue Soldier's Monument and Triangle — monument in Suffern, New York, United States

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 1h 6m. Total distance: 42.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 19.1 miles on NJ 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.23 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.

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 Suffern, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: 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; at 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Suffern, NY before heading back.

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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