Origin
Troupsburg, NY
Late night in Troupsburg on Wednesday
Local time
2:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troupsburg, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 29, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 10m
Distance
285.2 mi
459 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 58m
★
6 AM
6h 11m
8 AM
6h 36m
10 AM
6h 20m
12 PM
6h 17m
3 PM
6h 21m
5 PM
6h 35m
8 PM
6h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troupsburg, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
East Flatbush, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Troupsburg, NY to East Flatbush, NY is 285.2 miles and takes about 6h 10m via Keystone Shortway, Appalachian Thruway, and Essex Freeway, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traveling through New York. Given its profile as mostly surface roads, expect a more local feel rather than a high-speed interstate experience. It's a manageable distance for a single day of driving, making it a convenient option if you're looking to get from point A to point B without an overnight stay.
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
142.6 miles from Troupsburg, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Shortway | 146.3 mi | 2h 52m |
| Appalachian Thruway | 62.5 mi | 1h 9m |
| Essex Freeway | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| US Highway 15 | 11.7 mi | 16m |
| Route 49 | 9.5 mi | 15m |
| PA 49 | 7.9 mi | 13m |
| Route 249 | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Westbranch Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 146.3 mi, about 2h 52m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 112 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~3,290 veh/hr typical · worst 3,969
Quietest
1 AM
~386 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troupsburg, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on NY 36
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 36
2
Continue on NY 36
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Continue on PA 249
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Route 249
4
At end of road, turn left onto PA 49
7.9 mi
·
13 min
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PA 49
5
Turn straight onto PA 49
9.5 mi
·
15 min
·
Route 49
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 15 South: Mansfield
7
Merge onto I 99; US 15
63 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
Appalachian Thruway
8
Take the exit onto US 15
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
US 15
Exit 27A
Toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 15
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto US 15
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Market Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn slight left onto US 15
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Montgomery Pike
12
Continue on US 15
12 mi
·
16 min
·
US Highway 15
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 15
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Westbranch Highway
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 80 East: Bloomsburg
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
16
Merge onto I 80
146 mi
·
2 hr 52 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
18
Continue on I 280
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17A
Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
20
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
24
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight lane.
25
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
26
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
27
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
29
Take the exit
428 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NY 9A
30
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
31
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
32
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Use the left lane.
33
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
34
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.
35
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.
36
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
37
Continue on NY 27
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
38
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6h 10m drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you near East Flatbush. With only one recommended stop and a 20% highway share, pacing is key; plan for brief breaks to stay alert. The fuel cost is estimated at $46, so ensure your tank is full before leaving Troupsburg. Since this route is manageable in a single day, you have flexibility, but keep an eye on the transition from the Keystone Shortway to surface roads, as this is where your travel time might be most affected.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 142.6 miles from Troupsburg, NY, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.3 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 63 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 142.6 miles or 3h 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 4h 52m
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 Troupsburg, 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 Troupsburg, NY
This is one driving day of about 285.2 miles and 6h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Troupsburg, 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 Keystone Shortway for about 146.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 142.6 miles from Troupsburg, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.3 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 245 decision points cluster between mile 88.6 and 277.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
88.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
US 15
Take the exit onto US 15 toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 27A
Toward US 15 South: Lewisburg
7
88.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
US 15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 15
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
272.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 42m in
Take the exit toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
8
272.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 42m 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
277.7 mi into trip
|
~5h 54m 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
$47.47 one way
$94.95 round trip
$4.23/gal
25.4 MPG avg
100 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.55 | $51.10 | $102.20 |
| premium | $4.99 | $56.00 | $111.99 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $60.08 | $120.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $20.52
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Appalachian Thruway
(62.5 mi)
$4.38
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
$47
Tolls
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-27.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 85.6 | 1 | $29.95 | $13.69 |
| Efficient EV | 71.3 | 0 | $24.96 | $11.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.1 | 1 | $39.93 | $18.25 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Late night in East Flatbush on Wednesday
Local time
2:59 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 10m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route covers 285.2 miles, with only about 20% on highways, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 146.3 miles along the Keystone Shortway. After this, expect a shift to more local roads with potentially more varied traffic patterns and lower speed limits as you approach your destination. The transition from highway to surface roads will likely be noticeable, requiring adjustments in your driving.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 146.3 mi on Keystone Shortway.
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 88.6 miles in near US 15.
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 24 significant decision points across 285.2 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 88.6 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.8 miles (US 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 272.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Troupsburg, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Newark and Cr 508 East: Jersey City.
Newark
252.8 mi in
|
~5h 14m
Cr 508 East: Jersey City
269.3 mi in
|
~5h 36m
About the Cities
Starting in Troupsburg, NY
Full guide →Founded 1805
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 6h 10m. Total distance: 285.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 146.3 miles on Keystone Shortway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $20.52 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 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 88.6 miles (US 15): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.8 miles (US 15): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 272.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 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 FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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