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Trip from Summit, NY to Brooklyn, NY

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

Drive Time

4h 3m

Distance

179.7 mi

289 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
3h 50m ★
6 AM
4h 3m
8 AM
4h 29m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 10m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 28m
8 PM
3h 55m

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

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Summit, NY

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Brooklyn, NY

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Trip Overview

This 179.7-mile drive from Summit, NY, to Brooklyn, NY, is a straightforward, single-day trip that takes about 4 hours and 3 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $29, it's an economical journey. You'll primarily use the New York State Thruway, State Highway 145, and NJ 17, offering a mixed driving experience. This route is well-suited for a single-day adventure, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The drive will take you from a more rural part of the Northeast into the bustling urban environment of Brooklyn.

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

89.8 miles from Summit, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 70.5 mi 1h 21m
State Highway 145 35 mi 50m
NJ 17 22.7 mi 29m
State Highway 32 9.2 mi 13m
King's Highway 6.8 mi 9m
I 88 6.7 mi 7m
State Highway 10 4.9 mi 8m
NJ 3 4.2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 70.5 mi, about 1h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Summit, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

1

Start on CR 6

67 ft · 5 sec · Charlotte Valley Road
2

Turn left onto NY 10

3.3 mi · 5 min · State Highway 10
3

Continue on NY 10

485 ft · 9 sec · Summit Street
4

Continue on NY 10

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Highway 10
5

Take the ramp

378 ft · 9 sec
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 49 sec
7

Merge onto I 88

6.7 mi · 7 min · I 88
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec
Exit 22 Toward NY 7, NY 145: Cobleskill, Middleburgh
9

Turn right onto NY 145

7.4 mi · 10 min · State Highway 145
10

At end of road, turn left onto NY 30; NY 145

291 ft · 8 sec · State Highway 30
11

Continue on NY 30; NY 145

1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
12

Continue on NY 145

28 mi · 40 min · State Highway 145
13

Turn straight onto NY 23

1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 23
14

Turn right onto NY 32

9.2 mi · 13 min · State Highway 32
15

Continue on NY 32

6.8 mi · 9 min · King's Highway
16

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
17

Merge onto I 87

71 mi · 1 hr 21 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
19

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
20

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

23 mi · 29 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
22

Merge onto NJ 3

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

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
25

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the left lane.
26

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
27

Continue on NJ 139

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
28

Continue on I 78

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78

1.9 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
30

Take the exit

428 ft · 14 sec
Toward NY 9A
31

Turn slight left onto Laight Street

0.2 mi · 48 sec · Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
32

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Street
Use the straight lane.
33

Take the exit

2.6 mi · 5 min
Exit 2 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn Use the left lane.
34

Continue on I 278

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Gowanus Expressway
35

Take the exit onto NY 27

1.5 mi · 2 min · NY 27
Exit 24 Toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway Use the slight left / straight lanes.
36

Take the exit onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 47 sec · NY 27
Exit 5 Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Center Use the slight right lane.
37

Turn left onto NY 27

1.2 mi · 2 min · Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
38

Continue on NY 27

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
39

Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Nostrand Avenue
40

Arrive at destination

Nostrand Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to potentially avoid heavier traffic, especially as you get closer to Brooklyn. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in how you pace your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $29. A good tip for this route is to be prepared for the transition onto NJ 17, which can have its own traffic patterns distinct from the Thruway. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you won't need to worry about breaking it up overnight.

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 89.8 miles from Summit, NY, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.5 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 40 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 89.8 miles or 2h 4m 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 12m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Summit, 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 Summit, NY

This is one driving day of about 179.7 miles and 4h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Summit, 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 New York State Thruway for about 70.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

90 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

Greenville, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Windsor, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89.8 miles from Summit, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.5 miles.

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

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 141.2

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Cafe Tibet

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

1 mi

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

1.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 179.7

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brooklyn, New York

1.3 mi

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

2 mi

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 141.2

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Cafe Tibet

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+13477899524

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $50 to $10 mile 141.2

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 12–1:30 pm

+12019340030

Visit website

Elysian Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 166.8

Hoboken, New Jersey

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+12017985898

Visit website

The Mindful Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 141.2

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12016493600

Visit website

Bite Food & Coffee Co

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 154

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12015602269

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 154

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Cafe Rue Dix

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $30 to $40 mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19292342543

Visit website

Lips Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+13472404439

Visit website

F and M coffee shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 5 am–4 pm

+17184380447

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 154

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Cafe Grumpy - Park Slope

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17184994404

Visit website

Roots Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 7:30 am–4 pm

+19293015535

Visit website

Aleef Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 166.8

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12125642723

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 154

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Amano Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 166.8

New York, New York

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15858883232

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 166.8

Union City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12018664664

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 166.8

Hoboken, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 115.5

Mountainville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 166.8

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Charge Point Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 166.8

Hoboken, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 141.2

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 166.8

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 166.8

Jersey City, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Washington Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 166.8

Union City, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+12013485747

Visit website

Wingate Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 154

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm

+12017334359

Visit website

Prospect Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+17189658951

Visit website

Catch Air Paramus

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 154

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12016202125

Visit website

Prospect Park Zoo

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17183997339

Visit website

Brooklyn Botanic Garden

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17186237200

Visit website

Prospect Park Carousel

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 179.7

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 12–5 pm

+17189656961

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 25

5 decision points cluster between mile 137 and 176.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
137 mi into trip | ~2h 58m 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
138.4 mi into trip | ~3h 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
168.3 mi into trip | ~3h 38m 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
173 mi into trip | ~3h 49m 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
7
176.1 mi into trip | ~3h 55m in | NY 27

Take the exit onto NY 27 toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway

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

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 24 Toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.58 one way

$59.16 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $31.99 $63.97
premium $4.92 $34.83 $69.66
diesel $5.61 $39.68 $79.35

Estimated Tolls: $19.53

Holland Tunnel $16.00
New York State Thruway (70.5 mi) $3.53

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

$30

Tolls

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 53.9 0 $18.87 $8.63
Efficient EV 44.9 0 $15.72 $7.19
EV Truck/SUV 71.9 0 $25.16 $11.50

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Jun 20, 2022

Origin

Summit, NY

Late night in Summit on Sunday

Local time

3:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brooklyn, NY

Late night in Brooklyn on Sunday

Local time

3:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Ramapo, NY

90 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

11 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

4h 3m 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.

Castle Clinton National Monument

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...

0 mi from route Free near mile 173.5
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

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...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 173.5
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African Burial Ground National Monument

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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 173.5
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 173.5
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument

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...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 173.5
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

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...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 173.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a driving experience that's about half on highways, with 49% of the route being high-speed driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 70.5 miles on the New York State Thruway, providing a good opportunity to maintain a steady pace. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift from more open roads to increasingly urban and suburban landscapes, particularly as you approach New Jersey and then New York City. This mixed drive offers variety, balancing efficient highway travel with sections that might be more winding or have lower speed limits.

49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.5 mi on New York State Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 137 miles in near NY 17.

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 25 significant decision points across 179.7 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 137 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 138.4 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

2,117 ft 19 ft

Total Climb

737 ft

Total Descent

2,805 ft

Highest Point

2,117 ft

Elevation Range

2,098 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Summit, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Middleburgh, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.

Middleburgh

12.1 mi in | ~17m

Jersey City

168.2 mi in | ~3h 38m | via US 1; US 9

Pulaski Skyway

168.2 mi in | ~3h 38m | via US 1; US 9

Hoboken

168.3 mi in | ~3h 38m

Manhattan

169.9 mi in | ~3h 41m | via I 78

About the Cities

Starting in Summit, NY

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Arriving in Brooklyn, NY

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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

  • • Brooklyn Bridge — bridge in New York City, crossing the East River
  • • Brooklyn Museum — art museum in Brooklyn, New York

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 4h 3m. Total distance: 179.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 70.5 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $19.53 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 Brooklyn, 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 137 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 138.4 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 168.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Castle Clinton National Monument, Federal Hall National Memorial and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Brooklyn, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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