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Trip from Gravesend, NY to Beekman, NY

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

Drive Time

2h 4m

Distance

88.8 mi

143 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 56m ★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 22m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 21m
8 PM
1h 59m

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

neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York City, United States

Gravesend, NY

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town in Dutchess County, New York, United States

Beekman, NY

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Gravesend, NY, to Beekman, NY, covers 88.8 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Because this journey stays entirely within the Northeast region of New York, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through local streets like Avenue U, Coney Island Avenue, and Avenue P means you won't be relying on high-speed interstates for this trek. Since the route is manageable in one go, you can easily complete the drive without needing to plan for overnight stays. It is a straightforward transit that prioritizes local connectivity over highway speed.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

44.4 miles from Gravesend, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 684 27 mi 31m
Hutchinson River Parkway 16 mi 23m
I 84 15.4 mi 18m
Jackie Robinson Parkway 4.8 mi 8m
Kings Highway 4.1 mi 7m
Taconic State Parkway 3.8 mi 5m
Van Wyck Expressway 3.8 mi 5m
Beekman Road 2.9 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 684 — 27 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gravesend, NY and Beekman, NY.

1

Start on Ocean Parkway

99 ft · 8 sec · Ocean Parkway
2

Turn right onto Avenue U

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Avenue U
3

Turn left onto Coney Island Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Coney Island Avenue
4

Turn right onto Avenue P

0.5 mi · 1 min · Avenue P
5

Continue on Kings Highway

0.9 mi · 1 min · Kings Highway
6

Continue on Kings Highway

3.2 mi · 5 min · Kings Highway
Use the straight lane.
7

Continue on Tapscott Street

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Tapscott Street
8

Continue on Howard Avenue

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Howard Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Turn right onto Eastern Parkway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Eastern Parkway
Use the right lane.
10

Turn right onto Dean Street

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Dean Street
11

Turn slight left onto East New York Avenue

0.3 mi · 45 sec · East New York Avenue
12

Continue on Jamaica Avenue

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Jamaica Avenue
13

Turn left onto JR

4.8 mi · 8 min · Jackie Robinson Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 7 Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Bronx Use the slight right lane.
15

Merge onto I 678

3.8 mi · 5 min · Van Wyck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto I 678

2.0 mi · 2 min · Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 1 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
18

Continue on I 678

1.2 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Continue on HR

16 mi · 23 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Keep slight left at fork

1.6 mi · 2 min
Exit 16A Toward I 684 North: Brewster Use the slight left lane.
21

Merge onto I 684

26 mi · 30 min · I 684
22

Continue on I 684

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 684
Exit |; 9W|9E
23

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 1 min
Exit 9W Toward I 84 West: Newburgh Use the right lane.
24

Merge onto I 84

15 mi · 18 min · I 84
25

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 52B Toward Taconic State Parkway North, Albany Use the slight right lane.
26

Merge onto Taconic State Parkway

3.8 mi · 5 min · Taconic State Parkway
27

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward Hopewell Junction, Sylvan Lake
28

Turn right onto CR 9

2.9 mi · 4 min · Beekman Road
29

Turn left

42 ft · 3 sec
30

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the local nature of this 2-hour and 4-minute trip, your best strategy is to plan your departure around local traffic patterns to avoid congestion on city streets. Since you won't be hitting highways, you have the flexibility to adjust your timing based on when you prefer to navigate urban turns. With no scheduled stops required, you can pace the drive according to your own comfort, though it is wise to ensure your fuel levels are topped off at the start to cover the estimated $14 cost. Keep in mind that because you are transitioning from Gravesend to Beekman via local roads, you should rely on a reliable GPS to track the transitions between Avenue U, Coney Island Avenue, and Avenue P. Use the lack of mandatory stops to your advantage by planning a quick break only when you feel you need a breather from the frequent turning.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.4 miles from Gravesend, NY, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27 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 20 miles or 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 44.4 miles or 1h 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 1h 46m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Gravesend, 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 Gravesend, NY

This is one driving day of about 88.8 miles and 2h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Gravesend, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 684 for about 27 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of Westchester County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

White Plains, NY

44 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

The Bronx, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

White Plains, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.4 miles from Gravesend, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

ACherry Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+17188664460

Visit website

El Mariachi -Mexican Restaurant &Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Holmes, New York

0.3 mi

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Armonk, New York

0.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Just Fun for Kids | Kids Parties & Events

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13476819102

Visit website

Next Move Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

1.7 mi

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

2.1 mi

ACherry Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+17188664460

Visit website

El Mariachi -Mexican Restaurant &Bar

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 76.1

Holmes, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18458785057

Visit website

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $50 to $10 mile 44.4

Armonk, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142736900

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 12.7

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Land-O-Fun

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+17188915263

Visit website

Ocean View Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+17183321900

Visit website

La Patrona Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 63.5

Brewster, New York

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+18452774140

Visit website

Vis-a-Vis Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $100 or ab

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–11 pm

+17183330003

Visit website

Just Fun for Kids | Kids Parties & Events

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+13476819102

Visit website

Next Move Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 2 pm–12 am

+17186769679

Visit website

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.3

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 31.7

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 6.3

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17184994404

Visit website

Healing Bean Cafe | Arts and Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

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

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13474974202

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 5 am–4 pm

+17184380447

Roots Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.3

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19293015535

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 57.1

Goldens Bridge, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 57.1

Goldens Bridge, New York

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 63.5

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 69.8

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

EVgo Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 38.1

Rye, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 38.1

Greenwich, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 63.5

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVoke Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 38.1

Port Chester, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18134925220

Visit website

Bill Brown Playground

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Seth Low Playground

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Brooklyn, NY

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Brooklyn Children's Museum

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 6.3

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17187354400

Visit website

Coney Island

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Ocean Wonders: Sharks!

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm

+17182653474

Visit website

Galapo Playground

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brooklyn, NY

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Asser Levy Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Wingate Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 6.3

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 81.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Avenue U

Turn right onto Avenue U

Navigation decision point

8
12.4 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Bronx

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 7 Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Bronx
8
37.1 mi into trip | ~1h in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 684 North: Brewster

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 16A Toward I 684 North: Brewster
7
65.7 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in

Take the exit toward I 84 West: Newburgh

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 9W Toward I 84 West: Newburgh
8
81.3 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in

Take the exit toward Taconic State Parkway North, Albany

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 52B Toward Taconic State Parkway North, Albany

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.62 one way

$29.23 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $15.81 $31.61
premium $4.92 $17.21 $34.42
diesel $5.61 $19.61 $39.21

Estimated Tolls: $6.55

Whitestone Bridge $6.55

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

$15

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.6 0 $9.32 $4.26
Efficient EV 22.2 0 $7.77 $3.55
EV Truck/SUV 35.5 0 $12.43 $5.68

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (68% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Gravesend, NY

Late night in Gravesend on Sunday

Local time

12:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Beekman, NY

Late night in Beekman on Sunday

Local time

12:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

42°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

13 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

2h 4m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of city streets, meaning the pace remains steady and requires your full attention at intersections. Because there are no designated highway stretches, the experience feels more like a continuous urban and suburban navigation than an open-road excursion. The lack of long, uninterrupted stretches ensures you stay engaged with the road layout throughout the entire 88.8-mile journey. Prepare for a drive that demands constant focus on local signage and street turns rather than high-speed cruising.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27 mi on I 684.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Avenue U.

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 18 significant decision points across 88.8 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: near the start (Avenue U): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Gravesend, NY and Beekman, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, Taconic State Parkway North and Albany.

Bronx

12.4 mi in | ~23m

Taconic State Parkway North

81.3 mi in | ~1h 52m

Albany

81.3 mi in | ~1h 52m

About the Cities

Arriving in Beekman, 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 2h 4m. Total distance: 88.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27 miles on I 684. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Whitestone Bridge. 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 Beekman, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Avenue U): Navigation decision point; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Beekman, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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