Blueberry Hill Market Cafe
Near the start, right off the route
New Lebanon, New York
Hours: 8 am–9 pm
+15187942011
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
146 mi
235 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
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.
New Lebanon, NY
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Brooklyn, NY
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This 146-mile drive from New Lebanon, NY to Brooklyn, NY is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 30 minutes on the road, with a projected fuel cost of around $24. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 95% of the drive taking place on major roads like NY 22, I-684, and the Hutchinson River Parkway. Given its manageable distance and duration, this route is ideal for a day trip, allowing for a flexible schedule and minimal need for overnight stops. You'll be traveling within New York State for the entire trip, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73 miles from New Lebanon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 22 | 76.2 mi | 1h 51m |
| I 684 | 27.4 mi | 32m |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 15.9 mi | 23m |
| State Route 22 | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Jackie Robinson Parkway | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Whitestone Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between New Lebanon, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
Start on NY 22
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 22
Turn slight left onto NY 22
Continue on I 684
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
Continue on I 678
Continue on I 678
Continue on I 678
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on JR
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
Continue on East New York Avenue
Continue on Pacific Street
Turn left onto Sackman Street
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
Continue on Tapscott Street
Continue on Kings Highway
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto Kings Highway
Turn right onto NY 27
Turn left onto Utica Avenue
Turn right onto Church Avenue
Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this relatively short 146-mile trip, you have the advantage of flexibility. Leaving New Lebanon in the morning, perhaps after a quick breakfast, will allow you to arrive in Brooklyn with ample time to spare. The longest stretch without a major change is 76.2 miles on NY 22, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, keeping in mind the total estimated fuel cost of $24. While only one stop is explicitly indicated, you might want to take advantage of the parkway system for a break as you approach the city. Consider departing before peak rush hour to make your final approach into Brooklyn smoother.
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.
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 32 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New Lebanon, 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 New Lebanon, NY
This is one driving day of about 146 miles and 3h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 73 miles from New Lebanon, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 22 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.2 miles.
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.
Top Restaurant
New Lebanon, New York
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 8 am–9 pm
+15187942011
The Arch Restaurant
Brewster, New York
Rraci's Restaurant
Brewster, New York
Top Coffee Stop
Brooklyn, New York
Near the end, right off the route
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+13472404439
F and M coffee shop
Brooklyn, New York
Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope
Brooklyn, New York
Near the start, right off the route
New Lebanon, New York
Hours: 8 am–9 pm
+15187942011
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Brewster, New York
Hours: 5–10 pm
+18452795011
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Brewster, New York
Hours: 5–10:30 pm
+18452786695
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Armonk, New York
Hours: 12–10 pm
+19142736900
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Forest Hills, New York
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13475310873
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Flushing, New York
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19175637223
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Elmhurst, New York
Hours: 11 am–11 pm
+13477306117
Near the end, short detour
Elmhurst, New York
Hours: 8 am–9 pm
+19297673936
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+13472404439
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 5 am–4 pm
+17184380447
Near the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+17184994404
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm
+19293015535
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 2 pm–12 am
+17186769679
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–6 pm
+13476819102
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Brewster, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
New Lebanon, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Goldens Bridge, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Goldens Bridge, New York
+18336322778
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Brewster, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Rye, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18774943833
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~11 min detour
Danbury, Connecticut
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Brewster, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Near the end, right off the route
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+17189658951
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17183997339
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+17186237200
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 12–5 pm
+17189656961
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+17186385000
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+17187354400
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Brooklyn, New York
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+17186237200
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5 decision points cluster between mile 111.1 and 136.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway West
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 Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$24.03 one way
$48.07 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $25.99 | $51.97 |
| premium | $4.92 | $28.30 | $56.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.23 | $64.47 |
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
$24
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.33 | $7.01 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.44 | $9.34 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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 New Lebanon on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
3:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:45PM EDT until April 14 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
41°F
Patterson, NY
73 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.
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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The character of this drive is overwhelmingly highway-focused, designed for efficient travel. You'll experience a high percentage of highway driving, ensuring steady progress toward your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 76.2 miles on NY 22, offering a solid period of consistent travel before reaching other major arteries. While mostly highway, the transition onto I-684 and the Hutchinson River Parkway will provide a different feel, characteristic of major interstate and parkway systems as you get closer to urban areas.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 22 and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 111.1 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 146 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 111.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 120.3 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 136.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between New Lebanon, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Jackie Robinson Parkway West and Union Turnpike West.
New York City
Jackie Robinson Parkway West
Union Turnpike West
New Lebanon is in Columbia County, New York, on the border with the Berkshire County, Massachusetts. New Lebanon was the main spiritual home of the Shakers, a Christian sect who practice a celibate and communal lifestyle, pacifism, uniform charismatic worship, and equality of the sexes. They are also known for their simple living, architecture, technological innovation, and furniture.
Founded 1634
Brooklyn, the "Borough of Homes and Churches," is one of the five boroughs of New York City. It used to be a separate city, and still feels much like one. It has about 2.5 million inhabitants. If separated from the rest of New York City, Brooklyn would be the 4th most populous American city. Brooklyn is on the westernmost point of Long Island and shares a land boundary with Queens, which partially encircles Brooklyn to the north, east and south; Manhattan lies across the East River to the west and north of Brooklyn, and Staten Island is across the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to the southwest. Brooklyn is enjoying a period of growth and affluence not seen since before World War II. The Brooklyn Academy of Music boasts world-class theater performances, and the nearby Barclays Center is the home of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 30m. Total distance: 146 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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