West Point, NY to Brooklyn, NY is 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 37m via Palisades Interstate Parkway and Garden State Parkway Connector, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region, moving from New York into New Jersey and back into New York. It's a predominantly highway route, making it a straightforward option for getting from the Hudson Valley area down to the bustling borough of Brooklyn. Expect efficient travel time given the distance and road types.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.1 miles from West Point, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Palisades Interstate Parkway
17.8 mi
20m
NJ 17
9.3 mi
11m
Garden State Parkway Connector
8.1 mi
9m
NJ 3
4.2 mi
4m
Garden State Parkway
2.8 mi
3m
Tonnelle Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
United States Route 9W
2.3 mi
3m
Holland Tunnel
1.9 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Palisades Interstate Parkway
— 17.8 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Point, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on Cullum Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Cullum Road
2
Continue on Thayer Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Thayer Road
3
Turn right onto Kinsley Hill Road
145 ft·8 sec·Kinsley Hill Road
4
Turn left
0.2 mi·53 sec
5
Turn right onto Mills Road
80 ft·3 sec·Mills Road
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Swift Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Swift Road
7
Turn right onto Main Street
30 ft·0 sec·Main Street
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Main Street
1.7 mi·3 min·Main Street
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·33 sec
10
Merge onto US 9W
2.3 mi·3 min·United States Route 9W
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
12
Merge onto US 6
2.3 mi·3 min·Palisades Interstate Parkway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
15 mi·17 min·Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 9WToward I 87 West, I 287 West: AlbanyUse the slight right lane.
15
Merge onto I 87; I 287
1.9 mi·2 min·New York State Thruway
16
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 14AToward Garden State Parkway, New JerseyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on Garden State Parkway Connector
8.1 mi·9 min·Garden State Parkway Connector
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
2.8 mi·3 min·Garden State Parkway
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 163Toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington BridgeUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto NJ 17
9.3 mi·11 min·NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right 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 TunnelUse 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 2Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, BrooklynUse 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 24Toward NY 27 East: Prospect ExpresswayUse the slight left / straight lanes.
36
Take the exit onto NY 27
0.4 mi·47 sec·NY 27
Exit 5Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical CenterUse 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
Given this is a short drive of just over an hour and a half, you have a lot of flexibility. Leaving West Point mid-morning could help you avoid the worst of morning rush hour traffic out of the immediate area, aiming to arrive in Brooklyn before the evening commute picks up. With only 66.1 miles and a $11 fuel estimate, you likely won't need many stops for gas or extended breaks. Pay attention to signage as you transition off the Garden State Parkway Connector onto local roads in New York, as this is where the driving environment changes most significantly.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.1 miles from West Point, NY, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.8 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.1 miles or 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 1h 15m
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 West Point, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from West Point, NY
This is one driving day of about 66.1 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from West Point, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Palisades Interstate Parkway for about 17.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 29
5 decision points cluster between mile 23.5 and 59.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
23.5 mi into trip|~33m in
Take the exit toward I 87 West, I 287 West: Albany
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 9W
Toward I 87 West, I 287 West: Albany
8
25.7 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward Garden State Parkway, New Jersey
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 14A
Toward Garden State Parkway, New Jersey
8
37.6 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington Bridge
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 163
Toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington...
8
54.8 mi into trip|~1h 13m 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
59.5 mi into trip|~1h 24m 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
$10.74 one way
$21.49 round trip
$4.13/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.47
$11.63
$23.25
premium
$4.87
$12.66
$25.33
diesel
$5.40
$14.06
$28.12
Estimated Tolls: $16.75
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Garden State Parkway
(11 mi)$0.66
New York State Thruway
(1.9 mi)$0.09
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
$11
Tolls
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
EV Charging Along Route
60 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Kearny, New Jersey
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Hoboken, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Union City, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Electric Vehicle Charge Point
New York, New York
Other
1 DCFC
HondoGO Charging Station
Garnerville, New York
Other
1 DCFC
EVolve NY Charging Station
Stony Point, New York
Other
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
New York, New York
Blink
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Jersey City, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 28
Other: 17
Blink: 4
Tesla: 3
EV Connect: 3
Electrify America: 2
Tesla Destination: 2
EVgo: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.8
0
$6.94
$3.17
Efficient EV
16.5
0
$5.78
$2.64
EV Truck/SUV
26.4
0
$9.25
$4.23
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Apr 26, 2026
Origin
West Point, NY
Afternoon
in West Point on Sunday
Local time
12:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brooklyn, NY
Afternoon
in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
12:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Sunny
NE 12 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 26 at 12:24AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 8:05PM EDT until April 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 37m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 71% highway, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest continuous stretch on a single highway is 17.8 miles along the Palisades Interstate Parkway. You'll transition from highway driving to surface roads as you approach your destination, so be prepared for more local traffic and potentially more frequent intersections in the latter half of the drive. The high highway percentage suggests a generally open feel for much of the trip.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.8 mi on Palisades Interstate Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Palisades Interstate Parkway and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.1 miles you will encounter 29 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.6 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.
Between West Point, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward New Jersey, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.8 miles on Palisades Interstate Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.75 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.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brooklyn, NY before heading back.
