ACherry Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–12 pm
+17188664460
Visit websiteCompiled 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
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gravesend, NY
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Beekman, NY
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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 .
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Gravesend, NY and Beekman, NY.
Start on Ocean Parkway
Turn right onto Avenue U
Turn left onto Coney Island Avenue
Turn right onto Avenue P
Continue on Kings Highway
Continue on Kings Highway
Continue on Tapscott Street
Continue on Howard Avenue
Turn right onto Eastern Parkway
Turn right onto Dean Street
Turn slight left onto East New York Avenue
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
Turn left onto JR
Take the exit
Merge onto I 678
Merge onto I 678
Continue on I 678
Continue on I 678
Continue on HR
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 684
Continue on I 684
Take the exit
Merge onto I 84
Take the exit
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
Take the exit
Turn right onto CR 9
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
Open the route before leaving Gravesend, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
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.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
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Hours: 10 am–12 pm
+17188664460
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Top Coffee Stop
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Hours: 11 am–10 pm
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Hours: 12–10 pm
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Hours: 12–9 pm
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Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm
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Hours: 12–11 pm
+17183330003
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Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+13476819102
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Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 2 pm–12 am
+17186769679
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Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+13472404439
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Yonkers, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+19149991010
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Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+17184994404
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Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+13474974202
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 5 am–4 pm
+17184380447
Near the start, ~10 min detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+19293015535
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Goldens Bridge, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Goldens Bridge, New York
+18336322778
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Brewster, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Brewster, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Rye, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
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Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Brewster, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Port Chester, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18134925220
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooklyn, NY
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17187354400
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Near the start, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm
+17182653474
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Brooklyn, NY
Hours: 6 am–9 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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.
Turn right onto Avenue U
Navigation decision point
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 684 North: Brewster
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 84 West: Newburgh
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
Regular Gas
$14.62 one way
$29.23 round trip
| 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
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Gravesend on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Beekman on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Taconic State Parkway North
Albany
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
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.
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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