Origin
Beekmantown, NY
Afternoon in Beekmantown on Sunday
Local time
3:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beekmantown, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
6h 29m
Distance
320.1 mi
515 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
Beekmantown, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
Traveling from Beekmantown to Brooklyn covers 325.4 miles, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 29 minutes of drive time. Because this trip is manageable within a single day, you can complete it in one go without needing an overnight stay, though you should budget roughly $51 for fuel. Your path primarily utilizes the Adirondack Northway, I-87 South, and I-287 South to navigate from the northern reaches of New York down to the city. While the duration is straightforward, the turn-heavy nature of the local sections requires your full attention behind the wheel. Use this route if you want a direct path through the Northeast that balances highway travel with more localized driving. It is a practical corridor, perfect for those looking to reach the metro area efficiently while staying within the state of New York.
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
160.1 miles from Beekmantown, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its turn-heavy local segments rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will spend time on major arteries like the Adirondack Northway, the route transitions frequently, demanding consistent engagement from the driver. You will find that the road changes character as you move away from northern New York, shifting from open stretches into more complex navigation as you approach your destination. With a highway share of 0% indicated for the main segments, you should anticipate a more technical driving experience rather than long periods of cruise control. Staying alert is key, as the winding nature of this 325.4-mile trip keeps you active and focused from start to finish.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Adirondack Northway is the longest continuous segment at about 154.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 158.9 miles in near I 87.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 320.1 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 158.9 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 277.5 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.9 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
158.9 mi into trip
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~3h 7m in
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I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
9
277.5 mi into trip
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~5h 25m in
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NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
278.9 mi into trip
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~5h 26m in
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NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
308.8 mi into trip
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~6h 4m 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
313.5 mi into trip
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~6h 15m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Beekmantown, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
Albany
158.9 mi in
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~3h 7m
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via I 87
New York
158.9 mi in
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~3h 7m
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via I 87
Buffalo
158.9 mi in
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~3h 7m
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via I 87
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Northway | 154.1 mi | 2h 59m |
| I 87 | 118.6 mi | 2h 17m |
| NJ 17 | 22.7 mi | 29m |
| NY 22 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| NY 27 | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Adirondack Northway
— 154.1 mi, about 2h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beekmantown, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on NY 22
4.3 mi
·
6 min
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NY 22
2
Turn left onto NY 22; NY 374
479 ft
·
12 sec
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NY 22; NY 374
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
4
Merge onto I 87
154 mi
·
2 hr 59 min
·
Adirondack Northway
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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I 87
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
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I 87
Exit 1W
Toward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
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I 87
Toward I 87 South: New York
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
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NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
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I 287; NJ 17
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi
·
29 min
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NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
12
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
·
4 min
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NJ 3
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
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
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
16
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
17
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
20
Take the exit
428 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NY 9A
21
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
22
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Use the left lane.
24
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
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Gowanus Expressway
25
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.
26
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.
27
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Avenue
Use the none lane.
28
Continue on NY 27
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
29
Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Nostrand Avenue
30
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is essential for this 5-hour and 29-minute trek to ensure you avoid the worst of the traffic as you approach Brooklyn. Even though the trip is doable in one day, factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and reset after navigating the more technical, turn-heavy sections of the road. Keep your $51 fuel budget in mind when selecting your gas stops, as prices can fluctuate significantly between rural northern areas and the metropolitan outskirts. Since you are staying entirely within New York, you can rely on consistent signage, but stay mindful of the transition from the open road onto the busier I-287 South. A smart strategy is to depart early in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and minimize time spent in heavy traffic congestion.
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 160.1 miles from Beekmantown, NY, or about 3h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 154.1 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.1 miles or 3h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 7m
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 Beekmantown, 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 Beekmantown, NY
This is one driving day of about 320.1 miles and 6h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beekmantown, 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 Adirondack Northway for about 154.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.1 mi from Beekmantown, NY · 3h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 160.1 miles from Beekmantown, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 154.1 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$52.11 one way
$104.22 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $56.47 | $112.94 |
| premium | $4.88 | $61.54 | $123.07 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.12 | $142.23 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
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
$52
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96 | 1 | $33.61 | $15.36 |
| Efficient EV | 80 | 0 | $28.01 | $12.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128 | 1 | $44.81 | $20.49 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 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
Brooklyn, NY
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
3:42 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
8 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
6h 29m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beekmantown, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 320.1 miles and takes about 6h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adirondack Northway, I 87, NJ 17. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 160.1 miles from Beekmantown, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.11 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 20 significant decision points across 320.1 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 158.9 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 277.5 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.9 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Beekmantown, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
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