Origin
Bedford Hills, NY
Evening in Bedford Hills on Sunday
Local time
6:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bedford Hills, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
51.1 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bedford Hills, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
Spanning 55.1 miles from Bedford Hills to Brooklyn, this journey typically takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete. It functions perfectly as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays given the manageable duration. You should budget approximately $9 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. Navigating through the local landscape requires your full attention, as the path relies on Bedford Road and the Saw Mill River Parkway rather than high-speed interstates. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited for those who prefer navigating community roads over long-distance highway cruising.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
25.5 miles from Bedford Hills, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a technical driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over highway speed. With a 0% highway share, you will spend the entire 55.1-mile journey transitioning through various local arteries, including Adams Street. The route is defined by its turn-heavy nature, meaning you will rarely find long, uninterrupted stretches of road. In fact, your longest stretch is 0 miles on Adams Street, indicating a constant need for focus as you navigate turns and local road conditions. This is not a monotonous cruise; it is an active drive that changes character as you move from the suburban surroundings of Bedford Hills into the dense environment of Brooklyn.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Saw Mill River Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and Major Deegan Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near NY 117 / Bedford Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 51.1 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 0.4 miles (NY 117 / Bedford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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NY 117 / Bedford Road
At end of road, turn right onto NY 117 / Bedford Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
29.5 mi into trip
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~41m in
Take the exit toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
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.
Toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F....
8
36.5 mi into trip
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~52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queens
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queen...
8
40 mi into trip
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~58m in
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I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, Staten Island
8
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward Wythe Avenue, Kent Avenue
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 31
Toward Wythe Avenue, Kent Avenue
Towns Along This Route
Between Bedford Hills, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.
Manhattan
36.5 mi in
|
~52m
Queens
36.5 mi in
|
~52m
Staten Island
40 mi in
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~58m
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via I 278
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 27.5 mi | 37m |
| Major Deegan Expressway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| Washington Avenue | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| Robert F. Kennedy Bridge | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Mosholu Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Grand Central Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Saw Mill River Parkway
— 27.5 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford Hills, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on Babbitt Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
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Babbitt Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Adams Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Adams Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto NY 117
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Bedford Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
427 ft
·
11 sec
5
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
27 mi
·
37 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on HH
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto MP
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mosholu Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 87
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Major Deegan Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queens
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 278
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on I 278; GCP
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Grand Central Parkway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
5.7 mi
·
9 min
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Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278 West: Staten Island
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 31
Toward Wythe Avenue, Kent Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto Williamsburg Street West
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Williamsburg Street West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Flushing Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Flushing Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Empire Boulevard
413 ft
·
18 sec
·
Empire Boulevard
20
Turn left onto Flatbush Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Flatbush Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn left onto NY 27
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Caton Avenue
22
Continue on NY 27
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
23
Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Nostrand Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is essential for this 1-hour and 30-minute drive, as local traffic can significantly impact your travel time. Since there are no scheduled stops, you have the flexibility to make the trip in one go or pull over as needed to break up the turns. Keep in mind that with zero highway miles, your progress will be dictated by local traffic patterns, so check your navigation app before you pull out of the driveway. Ensure your fuel tank has enough to cover the $9 estimated cost before heading out, as local roads offer fewer convenient refueling options compared to major interstates. Because the route is so turn-heavy, prioritize comfort and stay alert to ensure you don't miss any critical turns along Bedford Road or the Saw Mill River Parkway.
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 25.5 miles from Bedford Hills, NY, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.5 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 51.1 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.5 miles or 35m 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 4m
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 Bedford Hills, 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 Bedford Hills, NY
This is one driving day of about 51.1 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bedford Hills, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Saw Mill River Parkway for about 27.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.5 mi from Bedford Hills, NY · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 51.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Bedford Hills, 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
$8.32 one way
$16.64 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $9.01 | $18.03 |
| premium | $4.88 | $9.82 | $19.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.35 | $22.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Evening in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
6:38 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
1 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 20m 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 Bedford Hills, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 51.1 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Saw Mill River Parkway, Major Deegan Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.5 miles from Bedford Hills, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.32 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 51.1 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 0.4 miles (NY 117 / Bedford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bedford Hills, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.
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