Granville, NY to East Flatbush, NY is 231.6 miles and takes about 4h 59m via I 87 and NJ 17, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York State, cutting through the Northeast region. Given the relatively short distance and mainly highway profile, it’s a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day. Plan for about 5 hours of driving time, not including any breaks you might want to take.
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
115.8 miles from Granville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 87
118.6 mi
2h 17m
Adirondack Northway
40.2 mi
48m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
State Highway 196
8.3 mi
11m
State Highway 149
7.6 mi
11m
Reynolds Road
4.4 mi
6m
NJ 3
4.2 mi
4m
Tonnelle Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 87
— 118.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Traffic on I-87
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 38 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,805 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,624
Quietest
1 AM
~125 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 28 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 Granville, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
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Start on Church Street
32 ft·6 sec·Church Street
2
Turn left onto NY 149
0.4 mi·33 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on NY 149
0.7 mi·1 min·Quaker Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto NY 22; NY 149
0.1 mi·15 sec·State Highway 22
5
Turn right onto NY 149
7.6 mi·11 min·State Highway 149
6
At end of road, turn left onto NY 40
1.6 mi·2 min·State Highway 40
7
Turn right onto NY 196
8.3 mi·11 min·State Highway 196
8
Continue on NY 196
0.8 mi·1 min·State Route 196
9
Turn left onto CR 37
2.5 mi·5 min·Burgoyne Avenue
10
Turn right onto CR 37
341 ft·11 sec·Maple Avenue
11
Turn left onto US 4
0.6 mi·1 min·Broadway
12
Turn right onto NY 197
0.3 mi·34 sec·Bridge Street
13
Continue on NY 197
4.4 mi·6 min·Reynolds Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto US 9
1.2 mi·1 min·Route 9
15
Continue on US 9
0.4 mi·40 sec·Saratoga Road
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·41 sec
17
Merge onto I 87
40 mi·48 min·Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
0.3 mi·31 sec·I 87
Exit 1E-WToward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, BuffaloUse the slight right lane.
19
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi·51 sec·I 87
Exit 1WToward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·I 87
Toward I 87 South: New YorkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
22
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
23
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
25
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
29
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
30
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
31
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
33
Take the exit
428 ft·14 sec
Toward NY 9A
34
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi·48 sec·Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
35
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi·2 min·West Street
Use the straight lane.
36
Take the exit
2.6 mi·5 min
Exit 2Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, BrooklynUse the left lane.
37
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi·50 sec·Gowanus Expressway
38
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.
39
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.
40
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
41
Continue on NY 27
1.4 mi·3 min·Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
42
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, departing in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion as you near East Flatbush. Since it's a single-day trip, you can be flexible with stops, but consider a break around the halfway point. The longest stretch without exiting the highway is over 118 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you enter more populated areas towards your destination.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 115.8 miles from Granville, NY, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.6 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 51 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.8 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 55m
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 Granville, 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 Granville, NY
This is one driving day of about 231.6 miles and 4h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Granville, 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 87 for about 118.6 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 30
5 decision points cluster between mile 69.6 and 224.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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69.6 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
9
188.1 mi into trip|~3h 52m in|NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
189.5 mi into trip|~3h 54m in|NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
219.4 mi into trip|~4h 32m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
8
224.1 mi into trip|~4h 43m 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
$37.47 one way
$74.93 round trip
$4.11/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$40.66
$81.32
premium
$4.85
$44.20
$88.41
diesel
$4.80
$43.73
$87.46
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
$37
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.5
0
$24.32
$11.12
Efficient EV
57.9
0
$20.27
$9.26
EV Truck/SUV
92.6
1
$32.42
$14.82
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Granville, NY
Evening
in Granville on Monday
Local time
8:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Smoke
S 14 mph89% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:55PM EDT until July 18 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:54PM EDT until July 18 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Destination
East Flatbush, NY
Evening
in East Flatbush on Monday
Local time
8:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Areas Of Smoke
S 13 mph95% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:55PM EDT until July 18 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 12:54PM EDT until July 18 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 59m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 223.6
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 223.6
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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 223.6
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 223.6
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...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 223.6
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
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 223.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway, with 73% of the total mileage on major roads like I 87 and NJ 17. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 118.6 miles on I 87 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect a consistent pace on the highway, with exits becoming more frequent as you approach the New York City metropolitan area. The transition from Adirondack Northway to NJ 17 will mark a shift in the driving environment.
73% 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: 118.6 mi on I 87.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 87 and Adirondack Northway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 69.6 miles in near I 87.
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 30 significant decision points across 231.6 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 69.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 188.1 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.5 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
666 ft8 ft
Total Climb
1,012 ft
Total Descent
1,400 ft
Highest Point
666 ft
~148.9 mi in
Elevation Range
658 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Granville, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York, Buffalo, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway and Hoboken.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 59m. Total distance: 231.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 118.6 miles on I 87. 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.
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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 69.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 188.1 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.5 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 10.0 hours — manageable with a long break at East Flatbush, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
