Origin
Holley, NY
Night in Holley on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holley, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 30m
Distance
344.7 mi
555 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 20m
★
6 AM
7h 30m
8 AM
7h 51m
10 AM
7h 37m
12 PM
7h 35m
3 PM
7h 38m
5 PM
7h 50m
8 PM
7h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holley, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
East Flatbush, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Holley, NY to East Flatbush, NY is 344.7 miles and takes about 7h 30m via I 81 and New York State Thruway, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traveling through New York State. Expect a drive that blends interstate speeds with more winding local roads as you get closer to your destination. Given the 7.5-hour estimated drive time, it's a manageable one-day journey, but planning for traffic, especially around urban areas, will be key.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
172.4 miles from Holley, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 98.8 mi | 1h 57m |
| Keystone Shortway | 63.3 mi | 1h 19m |
| New York State Thruway | 30 mi | 34m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Western Expressway | 20.1 mi | 26m |
| Essex Freeway | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holley, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on NY 31
37 ft
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0 sec
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West Albion Street
2
Continue on NY 31
0.1 mi
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7 sec
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Wright Street
3
Continue on NY 31
408 ft
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5 sec
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Public Square
4
Continue on NY 31
382 ft
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5 sec
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Mechanic Street
5
Continue on NY 31
0.5 mi
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1 min
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State Street
6
Continue on NY 31
1.6 mi
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2 min
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Brockport-Holley Road
7
Continue on NY 31
1.0 mi
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1 min
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West Avenue
8
Turn right onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.5 mi
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1 min
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Redman Road
9
Turn left onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Fourth Section Road
10
Continue on NY 31
4.8 mi
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5 min
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Brockport-Spencerport Road
11
Continue on NY 531
7.5 mi
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8 min
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NY 531
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 490 East: Rochester
13
Merge onto I 490
20 mi
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26 min
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Western Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
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42 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany
15
Merge onto I 90
30 mi
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34 min
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New York State Thruway
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi
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58 sec
Exit 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
Use the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
327 ft
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7 sec
18
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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State Route 414
19
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi
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7 min
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NY 318
Use the left lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
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2 min
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Auburn Road
21
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi
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11 min
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Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
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12 sec
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State Street
23
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
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21 sec
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Dill Street
24
Continue on Loop Road
458 ft
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16 sec
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Loop Road
25
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
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9 min
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Genesee Street
26
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
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4 min
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West Genesee Street Road
27
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
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45 sec
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East Lake Street
28
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
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13 min
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East Lake Road
29
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
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7 min
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State Route 41
30
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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East Lake Road
31
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
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13 min
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State Highway 41
32
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
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2 min
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North West Street
33
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
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1 min
Use the left lane.
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
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34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
35
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
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54 min
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I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
37
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
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1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
38
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
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4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
39
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
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25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
40
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
41
Merge onto I 80
63 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Take the exit
0.7 mi
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49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
43
Continue on I 280
16 mi
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20 min
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Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
44
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17A
Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
45
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi
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3 min
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Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
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43 sec
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New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
48
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
49
Turn straight
0.3 mi
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35 sec
Use the straight lane.
50
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Conrail Viaduct
51
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
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32 sec
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12th Street Viaduct
52
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
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54 sec
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12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
53
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi
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4 min
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Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
54
Take the exit
428 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NY 9A
55
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
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48 sec
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Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
56
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi
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2 min
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West Street
Use the straight lane.
57
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Use the left lane.
58
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi
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50 sec
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Gowanus Expressway
59
Take the exit onto NY 27
1.5 mi
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2 min
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NY 27
Exit 24
Toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
60
Take the exit onto NY 27
0.4 mi
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47 sec
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NY 27
Exit 5
Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Use the slight right lane.
61
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
62
Continue on NY 27
1.4 mi
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3 min
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Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
63
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7.5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Holley to bypass potential morning commute congestion. With two recommended stops, you can break up the journey effectively, perhaps one around the halfway point to refuel and stretch. The longest stretch on I 81 offers a good segment for steady driving, but pay attention to the "Turn-heavy local drive" aspect as you near your destination in East Flatbush. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as highway driving can consume fuel quickly, and plan your last fill-up strategically before hitting more urbanized areas.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172.4 miles from Holley, NY, or about 3h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 76 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.4 miles or 3h 46m 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 59m
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 Holley, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Holley, NY
This is one driving day of about 344.7 miles and 7h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Holley, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
172 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172.4 miles from Holley, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 395 decision points cluster between mile 69.6 and 337.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
69.6 mi into trip
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~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
7
166.5 mi into trip
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~3h 39m in
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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
219.9 mi into trip
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~4h 42m in
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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...
8
332.2 mi into trip
|
~7h 2m 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
8
337.3 mi into trip
|
~7h 14m 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
$56.74 one way
$113.48 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $61.35 | $122.71 |
| premium | $4.92 | $66.81 | $133.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $76.11 | $152.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $17.64
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(30 mi)
$1.50
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
$57
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.4 | 1 | $36.19 | $16.55 |
| Efficient EV | 86.2 | 0 | $30.16 | $13.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.9 | 1 | $48.26 | $22.06 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Destination
East Flatbush, NY
Night in East Flatbush on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
9 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
7h 30m 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.
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 352.4
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument
National Monument
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 352.4
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 352.4
View on nps.gov
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 88.1
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument
National Monument
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
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 352.4
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument
National Monument
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...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 352.4
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a mixed driving experience, with 56% of it on highways. You'll encounter a "Turn-heavy local drive" profile, suggesting that while there are stretches of faster travel, be prepared for more frequent changes in direction and speed. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 98.8 miles on I 81, providing a good opportunity for consistent progress. As you approach East Flatbush, the road character will likely shift from open highway to more complex urban navigation.
Only 56% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
63 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 69.6 miles in.
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 39 significant decision points across 344.7 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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 166.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Holley, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.
Clyde
69.6 mi in
|
~1h 26m
Mt Pocono
219.9 mi in
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~4h 42m
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via US 6
Milford
220.7 mi in
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~4h 43m
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via I 84; I 380
Newark
312.3 mi in
|
~6h 34m
About the Cities
Starting in Holley, NY
Full guide →Arriving in East Flatbush, 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 7h 30m. Total distance: 344.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 30m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $17.64 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 2 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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 166.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 15.0 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.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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