Gowanda, NY to East Flatbush, NY is 379.8 miles and takes about 8h 12m via Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, and I 81, with a fuel budget near $63 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip mostly stays within the Northeast region, traversing New York and Pennsylvania. Given the 8-hour drive time, it's a substantial day trip, but the mostly highway profile makes it manageable. Plan for two recommended days if you prefer a more relaxed pace with time for breaks.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
189.9 miles from Gowanda, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 7m into the drive
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Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 196 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,254 veh/hr typical
· worst 5,020
Quietest
1 AM
~471 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gowanda, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
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Start on NY 39
265 ft·6 sec·West Main Street
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Turn straight onto US 62; NY 39
382 ft·7 sec·East Main Street
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Turn left onto US 62; NY 39
0.7 mi·1 min·Buffalo Street
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Turn right onto US 62; NY 39
1.8 mi·2 min·Sand Hill Road
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Turn right onto NY 39
8.7 mi·14 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 39
4.2 mi·5 min·State Highway 39
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Continue on NY 39
2.5 mi·6 min·West Main Street
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Continue on NY 39
7.7 mi·8 min·Springville Sardinia Highway
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Continue on NY 39
0.2 mi·10 sec·State Highway 39
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Continue on NY 39
1.4 mi·1 min·Schutt Road
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Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39
0.6 mi·56 sec·State Highway 16
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Continue on NY 16; NY 39
0.2 mi·26 sec·Olean Road
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Turn left onto NY 39
1.1 mi·2 min·State Route 39
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Continue on NY 39
2.3 mi·5 min·West Main Street
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Continue on NY 39
18 mi·25 min·State Highway 39
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Turn right onto NY 436
1.8 mi·2 min·Denton Corners Road
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Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436
2.2 mi·3 min·NY 19A; NY 436
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Turn left onto NY 436
0.3 mi·46 sec·Hamilton Street
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Turn left onto NY 436
360 ft·8 sec·Main Street
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Continue on NY 436
5.6 mi·8 min·Portage Street
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Continue on NY 436
1.0 mi·1 min·Mill Street
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Continue on NY 436
12 mi·16 min·Nunda-Dansville Road
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Continue on NY 436
0.7 mi·1 min·Ossian Street
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Turn right onto Spruce Street
0.1 mi·32 sec·Spruce Street
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Turn slight right onto NY 36
0.9 mi·1 min·Clara Barton Street
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Continue on NY 36
0.1 mi·11 sec·Hornell Road
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
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Merge onto I 390
22 mi·25 min·Genesee Expressway
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Merge onto I 86
105 mi·2 hr 2 min·Southern Tier Expressway
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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Merge onto I 80
63 mi·1 hr 19 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.7 mi·49 sec
Exit 47AToward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
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Continue on I 280
16 mi·20 min·Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 17AToward CR 508 East: Jersey City
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Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi·3 min·Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi·43 sec·New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln TunnelUse the straight / slight left lanes.
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Turn straight
0.3 mi·35 sec
Use the straight lane.
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Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
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Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
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Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
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Take the exit
428 ft·14 sec
Toward NY 9A
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Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi·48 sec·Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
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At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi·2 min·West Street
Use the straight lane.
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Take the exit
2.6 mi·5 min
Exit 2Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, BrooklynUse the left lane.
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Continue on I 278
0.6 mi·50 sec·Gowanus Expressway
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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.
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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.
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Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on NY 27
1.4 mi·3 min·Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
This 379.8-mile drive is best tackled over two days to avoid fatigue, making your estimated 8h 12m driving time more comfortable. Start your first day early to maximize daylight. You'll want to plan for at least two stops, perhaps around the halfway mark or where you see convenient services. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you approach the end of the 104.5-mile stretch on the Southern Tier Expressway, as it's the longest segment on the route. The $63 fuel cost is an estimate, so check current prices.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 189.9 miles from Gowanda, NY, or about 4h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 84 miles or 2h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 189.9 miles or 4h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 189.9 miles or 4h 7m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 42m
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 Gowanda, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Gowanda, NY
Aim for roughly 190 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into East Flatbush, NY
Aim for roughly 190 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Gowanda, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 34
5 decision points cluster between mile 201.6 and 372.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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201.6 mi into trip|~4h 21m 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
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255 mi into trip|~5h 25m 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...
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367.1 mi into trip|~7h 44m 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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367.3 mi into trip|~7h 45m 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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372.4 mi into trip|~7h 57m 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
$61.44 one way
$122.88 round trip
$4.11/gal25.4 MPG avg133 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$66.67
$133.35
premium
$4.85
$72.49
$144.98
diesel
$4.80
$71.71
$143.43
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
$61
Tolls
$16
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$208–$318
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 132.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
113.9
1
$39.88
$18.23
Efficient EV
95
1
$33.23
$15.19
EV Truck/SUV
151.9
1
$53.17
$24.31
Gas CO2
133 kg
EV CO2
44 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Gowanda, NY
Late night
in Gowanda on Monday
Local time
2:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Smoke
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
East Flatbush, NY
Late night
in East Flatbush on Monday
Local time
2:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Smoke
NW 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
84°F
Barton, NY
190 mi in
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
14 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
8h 12m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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.
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 366.7
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 366.7
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 366.7
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 366.7
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 366.7
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
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 366.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on highways for about 66% of this 379.8-mile trip. The longest continuous stretch without a major road change is 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway. After the highway sections, expect to transition to surface roads for the remainder of your drive. The frequent exits on the interstate sections suggest a route that passes through or near many populated areas.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
57 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 201.6 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 34 significant decision points across 379.8 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 201.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 255 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 367.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,881 ft30 ft
Total Climb
2,115 ft
Total Descent
2,846 ft
Highest Point
1,881 ft
~274.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,851 ft
Notable High Points
1,881 ft at ~274.9 miles+577 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gowanda, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.
The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 190 miles on day one.
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 35 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 35 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 201.6 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 255 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 367.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 8.2 hours each way, a round trip means 16.4 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.
