Gorham, NY to East Flatbush, NY is 286.8 miles and takes about 6h 23m via I 81 and I 380, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within the Northeast region, primarily traversing New York State. Given its mostly highway profile and manageable distance, it's a straightforward trip. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it a practical choice for a single-day drive when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
143.4 miles from Gorham, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
73.5 mi
1h 28m
Keystone Shortway
63.3 mi
1h 19m
I 380
23.6 mi
25m
State Highway 96A
17.1 mi
23m
Essex Freeway
15.8 mi
20m
State Highway 79
15.2 mi
17m
Slaterville Road
11.1 mi
16m
Trumansburg Road
8.8 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 73.5 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gorham, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
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Start on Main Street
20 ft·6 sec·Main Street
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Turn left
112 ft·4 sec
3
Turn straight onto NY 245
8.6 mi·12 min·NY 245
4
Turn right onto US 20; NY 5
0.2 mi·20 sec·Canandaigua Road
5
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.4 mi·3 min·Hamilton Street
6
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.1 mi·1 min·Lake Front Drive
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Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.6 mi·2 min·Waterloo-Geneva Road
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Turn right onto NY 96A
10 mi·14 min·State Highway 96A
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Keep slight left at fork onto NY 96A
6.7 mi·9 min·State Highway 96A
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Continue on NY 96A
0.2 mi·26 sec·North Street
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Continue on NY 96
485 ft·13 sec·North Town Line Road
12
Continue on NY 96
3.0 mi·4 min·State Highway 96
13
Turn left onto Center Road
1.4 mi·1 min·Center Road
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Turn right onto NY 89
3.4 mi·4 min·State Highway 89
15
Turn right onto CR 141
0.9 mi·1 min·County Road 141
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Continue on CR 141A
1.5 mi·2 min·Powell Road
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Turn left onto NY 96
4.0 mi·5 min·State Highway 96
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Continue on NY 96
0.1 mi·11 sec·Trumansburg Road
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Continue on NY 96
1.4 mi·2 min·West Main Street
20
Continue on NY 96
8.7 mi·12 min·Trumansburg Road
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Continue on NY 96
1.0 mi·2 min·Cliff Street
22
Continue on NY 96
0.2 mi·22 sec·West Buffalo Street
23
Turn right onto Taughannock Boulevard
523 ft·24 sec·Taughannock Boulevard
24
Turn left onto NY 79
510 ft·11 sec·West State Street
25
Turn right onto NY 13; NY 34; NY 96; NY 79
345 ft·12 sec·South Fulton Street
Use the right lane.
26
Turn left onto NY 79
0.8 mi·2 min·West Green Street
Use the slight left lane.
27
Continue on NY 79
1.1 mi·2 min·East State Street
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Continue on NY 79
11 mi·16 min·Slaterville Road
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Continue on NY 79
15 mi·17 min·State Highway 79
30
Continue on NY 79
3.1 mi·3 min·Main Street
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Turn right onto NY 26
0.6 mi·47 sec·NY 26
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 81 South
33
Merge onto I 81
20 mi·24 min·I 81
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
35
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·US 6
Exit 187Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt PoconoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
36
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, MilfordUse the straight lane.
37
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
39
Merge onto I 80
63 mi·1 hr 19 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
40
Take the exit
0.7 mi·49 sec
Exit 47AToward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
41
Continue on I 280
16 mi·20 min·Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 17AToward CR 508 East: Jersey City
43
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi·3 min·Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi·43 sec·New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the slight right lane.
46
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln TunnelUse the straight / slight left lanes.
47
Turn straight
0.3 mi·35 sec
Use the straight lane.
48
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
49
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
50
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
51
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
52
Take the exit
428 ft·14 sec
Toward NY 9A
53
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi·48 sec·Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
54
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi·2 min·West Street
Use the straight lane.
55
Take the exit
2.6 mi·5 min
Exit 2Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, BrooklynUse the left lane.
56
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi·50 sec·Gowanus Expressway
57
Take the exit onto NY 27
1.5 mi·2 min·NY 27
Exit 24Toward NY 27 East: Prospect ExpresswayUse the slight left / straight lanes.
58
Take the exit onto NY 27
0.4 mi·47 sec·NY 27
Exit 5Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical CenterUse the slight right lane.
59
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
60
Continue on NY 27
1.4 mi·3 min·Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
61
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
For this 6-hour drive, leaving Gorham, NY in the morning will give you ample time to reach East Flatbush, NY before evening. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $47, you can plan for a straightforward journey. The longest stretch without a major break is 73.5 miles on I 81, so consider a brief pause before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you leave the main interstate corridors for the final approach.
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 143.4 miles from Gorham, NY, or about 3h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.5 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 63 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.4 miles or 3h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 3m
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 Gorham, 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 Gorham, NY
This is one driving day of about 286.8 miles and 6h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Gorham, 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 81 for about 73.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 36
5 decision points cluster between mile 108.6 and 279.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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108.6 mi into trip|~2h 32m 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
9
162 mi into trip|~3h 35m 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...
7
274.1 mi into trip|~5h 55m 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
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274.3 mi into trip|~5h 55m 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
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279.4 mi into trip|~6h 7m 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
$47.21 one way
$94.42 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg100 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$51.05
$102.10
premium
$4.92
$55.59
$111.17
diesel
$5.61
$63.32
$126.64
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
$47
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
86
1
$30.11
$13.77
Efficient EV
71.7
0
$25.10
$11.47
EV Truck/SUV
114.7
1
$40.15
$18.36
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% 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 19, 2026
Origin
Gorham, NY
Late night
in Gorham on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
East Flatbush, NY
Late night
in East Flatbush on Tuesday
Local time
4:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Cloudy then Patchy Fog
SE 7 to 13 mph42% chanceLive 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
6h 23m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly on highways, with 61% of the total mileage covered by interstates like I 81 and I 380. You'll encounter one significant stretch of continuous highway driving for 73.5 miles on I 81. The route transitions from interstate cruising to surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect a fair number of exits and potential for varied traffic patterns as you get closer to East Flatbush.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
61 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.5 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 108.6 miles in near I 81.
Driving Effort10/10
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 36 significant decision points across 286.8 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 108.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 162 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 274.1 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 Gorham, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Newark and Cr 508 East: Jersey City.
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 23m. Total distance: 286.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 23m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 73.5 miles on I 81. 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.
Yes — we found about 28 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 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. There are 28 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 108.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 162 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 274.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.4 hours each way, a round trip means 12.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at East Flatbush, NY before the return drive.
