Origin
Austerlitz, NY
Afternoon in Austerlitz on Sunday
Local time
2:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
2h 52m
Distance
148.3 mi
239 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
Photo: Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
The drive from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 148.3 miles and takes about 2h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 22, Hutchinson River Parkway, Hutchinson River Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
74.2 miles from Austerlitz, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 52m drive with frequent turns across 148.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 22 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY is easy. At 2h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 22 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hutchinson River Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Whitestone Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Van Wyck Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NY 25 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Jackie Robinson Parkway West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
State Route 22
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Austerlitz, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on State Route 22
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 22
2
Keep slight right to continue on State Route 22
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
State Route 22
3
Turn slight left
60 mi
·
1 hr 28 min
4
Continue straight
27 mi
·
32 min
5
Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
6
Merge slight right onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
7
Keep slight right to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
8
Continue on Hutchinson River Expressway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hutchinson River Expressway
9
Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
10
Continue on Whitestone Expressway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Whitestone Expressway
11
Keep slight left to continue on Van Wyck Expressway
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
12
Take the exit slight right toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway West
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway West
13
Keep slight left to continue on Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
14
Keep slight left to continue on Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
15
Continue on Jackie Robinson Parkway
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway
16
Keep slight right to continue on East New York Avenue
295 ft
·
10 sec
·
East New York Avenue
17
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
18
Continue on East New York Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East New York Avenue
19
Continue on Pacific Street
463 ft
·
15 sec
·
Pacific Street
20
Turn left onto Sackman Street
364 ft
·
10 sec
·
Sackman Street
21
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East New York Avenue
22
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Howard Avenue
23
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Tapscott Street
24
Continue on Kings Highway
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Kings Highway
25
Turn slight right
135 ft
·
5 sec
26
Turn straight onto Kings Highway
377 ft
·
13 sec
·
Kings Highway
27
Turn right onto Linden Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
28
Turn left onto Utica Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Utica Avenue
29
Turn right onto Church Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Church Avenue
30
Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue
256 ft
·
9 sec
·
Nostrand Avenue
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.2 miles from Austerlitz, NY, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.2 miles or 1h 26m 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 21m
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 Austerlitz, 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 Austerlitz, NY
This is one driving day of about 148.3 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Austerlitz, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.2 mi from Austerlitz, NY · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74.2 miles from Austerlitz, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brooklyn, NY
The final approach into Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.14 one way
$48.29 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $26.16 | $52.33 |
| premium | $4.88 | $28.51 | $57.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.95 | $65.89 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$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: 51.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.5 | 0 | $15.57 | $7.12 |
| Efficient EV | 37.1 | 0 | $12.98 | $5.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.3 | 0 | $20.76 | $9.49 |
Gas CO2
52 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Brooklyn, NY
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
2:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
2h 52m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 148.3 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 22, Hutchinson River Parkway, Hutchinson River Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74.2 miles from Austerlitz, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY is easy. At 2h 52m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Austerlitz, NY to Brooklyn, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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