This 258.1-mile journey from Auburn, NY to Bushwick, NY is estimated to take just under 5 hours, making it a feasible day trip. With a fuel cost around $42, it’s an economical option for exploring the Northeast region. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving, suggesting a more direct, community-focused path. The drive is recommended for one day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Consider this route if you prefer a continuous, turn-heavy local experience.
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
127.8 miles from Auburn, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m into the drive
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Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 39m. Total distance: 255.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 258.1-mile trip, with 0% highway share. This means you'll be on roads like Genesee Street and West Genesee Street Road for most of your journey. Given the profile, the longest uninterrupted stretch might be relatively short, requiring your attention to navigate frequent turns. This driving style offers a consistent, grounded experience, keeping you connected to the towns and landscapes you pass through, rather than isolating you on high-speed thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 46 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 80.3 miles in near I 81.
Driving Effort10/10
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 31 significant decision points across 255.5 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 80.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 245.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 31 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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80.3 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|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
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133.7 mi into trip|~2h 53m in|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...
7
245.7 mi into trip|~5h 13m 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
245.9 mi into trip|~5h 13m 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
252.7 mi into trip|~5h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Staten Island
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Auburn, NY and Bushwick, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Newark and Cr 508 East: Jersey City.
Mt Pocono
133.7 mi in|~2h 53m|via US 6
Milford
134.4 mi in|~2h 54m|via I 84; I 380
Newark
226 mi in|~4h 45m
Cr 508 East: Jersey City
242.6 mi in|~5h 7m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
98.8 mi
1h 57m
Keystone Shortway
63.3 mi
1h 19m
I 380
23.6 mi
25m
Essex Freeway
15.8 mi
20m
East Lake Road
9.9 mi
14m
State Highway 41
9.8 mi
13m
Genesee Street
5.5 mi
9m
State Route 41
4.8 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, NY and Bushwick, NY.
1
Start on NY 34; NY 38
20 ft·2 sec·South Street
2
Turn right onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi·9 min·Genesee Street
3
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi·4 min·West Genesee Street Road
4
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi·45 sec·East Lake Street
5
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi·13 min·East Lake Road
6
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi·7 min·State Route 41
7
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi·49 sec·East Lake Road
8
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi·13 min·State Highway 41
9
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi·2 min·North West Street
10
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Use the left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
12
Merge onto I 81
45 mi·54 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·US 6
Exit 187Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt PoconoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, MilfordUse the straight lane.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
18
Merge onto I 80
63 mi·1 hr 19 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.7 mi·49 sec
Exit 47AToward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
20
Continue on I 280
16 mi·20 min·Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 17AToward CR 508 East: Jersey City
22
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi·3 min·Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi·43 sec·New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln TunnelUse the straight / slight left lanes.
26
Turn straight
0.3 mi·35 sec
Use the straight lane.
27
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
28
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
29
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
31
Take the exit
305 ft·10 sec
Toward BrooklynUse the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Continue on Beach Street
0.1 mi·26 sec·Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker StreetUse the straight lane.
33
Continue on West Broadway
0.1 mi·34 sec·West Broadway
34
Turn right onto Grand Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Grand Street
35
Turn left onto Centre Street
0.1 mi·34 sec·Centre Street
36
Turn right onto Kenmare Street
0.2 mi·41 sec·Kenmare Street
Use the right lane.
37
Continue on Delancey Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Delancey Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
38
Continue on Williamsburg Bridge
0.4 mi·50 sec·Williamsburg Bridge
39
Keep slight right at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
0.9 mi·2 min·Williamsburg Bridge
Toward Staten IslandUse the slight right lane.
40
Take the exit
218 ft·5 sec
Toward Broadway West
41
Keep slight right at fork
356 ft·19 sec
Toward Staten IslandUse the slight right lane.
42
Turn left onto Broadway
1.6 mi·4 min·Broadway
Use the left lane.
43
Turn slight left onto Myrtle Avenue
0.2 mi·31 sec·Myrtle Avenue
44
Turn right onto Bushwick Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Bushwick Avenue
45
Turn left onto Linden Street
0.2 mi·45 sec·Linden Street
46
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 58-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Auburn to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as local roads can sometimes have longer distances between services than highways. A practical tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the sequence of local roads like Genesee Street and West Genesee Street Road beforehand to minimize unexpected detours and ensure a smoother transition through the various communities you'll encounter.
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 127.8 miles from Auburn, NY, or about 2h 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 56 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.8 miles or 2h 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 4h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bushwick, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, 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 Auburn, NY
This is one driving day of about 255.5 miles and 5h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Auburn, 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 I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 127.8 mi from Auburn, NY
· 2h 46m into the drive
The midpoint is around 127.8 miles from Auburn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 miles.
Arriving in Bushwick, NY
The final approach into Bushwick, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bushwick, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
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 246.7
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 246.7
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 246.7
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 246.7
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
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 246.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.06 one way
$84.11 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg89 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$45.48
$90.95
premium
$4.92
$49.52
$99.04
diesel
$5.61
$56.41
$112.82
Estimated Tolls: $16.14
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
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
$42
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
76.6
0
$26.83
$12.26
Efficient EV
63.9
0
$22.36
$10.22
EV Truck/SUV
102.2
1
$35.77
$16.35
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Auburn, NY
Evening
in Auburn on Friday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bushwick, NY
Evening
in Bushwick on Friday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
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
5h 39m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Auburn, NY to Bushwick, NY covers 255.5 miles and takes about 5h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, I 380. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 127.8 miles from Auburn, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 31 significant decision points across 255.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 80.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 245.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Auburn, NY and Bushwick, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Newark and Cr 508 East: Jersey City.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
