Trip from Brooklyn, NY to Branchport, NY

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

6h 22m

Distance

299.1 mi

481 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

6h 10m ★

6 AM

6h 23m

8 AM

6h 48m

10 AM

6h 31m

12 PM

6h 29m

3 PM

6h 33m

5 PM

6h 46m

8 PM

6h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 299.1-mile journey from Brooklyn, NY, to Branchport, NY, will take approximately 6 hours and 22 minutes of driving time. With a highway share of 59%, it's a manageable trip that can be completed in a single day, though breaking it up might offer a more relaxed experience. Budget around $49 for fuel, and be prepared for a route that involves a fair number of turns, suggesting a more engaging drive than a simple interstate cruise. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you'll be exploring familiar territory throughout this New York State excursion.

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

149.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 22m. Total distance: 299.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 22m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Drive Character

Expect a dynamic driving experience on this route, characterized by its turn-heavy local drive profile. While 59% of the journey is on highways like I-86 and I-81, the remaining portion will likely involve navigating local roads, requiring your attention. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 60.9 miles on I-86, offering a period of more consistent highway travel. As you progress, the road will likely transition between faster highway segments and more intricate local routes, keeping the drive interesting.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 55 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 86 is the longest continuous segment at about 60.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in near Ocean Parkway.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 40 significant decision points across 299.1 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 1.8 miles (Ocean Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 40 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1.8 mi into trip | ~4m in | Ocean Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway Nor...

4.2 mi into trip | ~9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 25 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan

6.5 mi into trip | ~13m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NY 9A North: West Street, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, George Washington Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward NY 9A North: West Street, Holland Tunnel...

7.8 mi into trip | ~17m in | Hudson Street

Turn left onto Hudson Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.

7.9 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / left lanes. Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Brooklyn, NY and Branchport, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Cr 64: Watkins Glen.

Del Water Gap

35.6 mi in | ~53m

Mahwah

35.9 mi in | ~54m | via I 80W

Cr 64: Watkins Glen

247 mi in | ~5h 5m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 86	60.9 mi	1h 11m
I 81	58.1 mi	1h 9m
Christopher Columbus Highway	44.6 mi	52m
I 380	27.7 mi	30m
North Madison Avenue	21.8 mi	29m
Keystone Shortway	17.3 mi	24m
Watkins Road	11.6 mi	15m
NJ 3	10.9 mi	13m

Longest stretch: I 86 — 60.9 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Branchport, NY.

Start on Nostrand Avenue

432 ft · 21 sec · Nostrand Avenue

Turn right onto Snyder Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Snyder Avenue

Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

0.3 mi · 59 sec · Rogers Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto NY 27

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Linden Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Caton Avenue

Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Saint Pauls Place

At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Parkside Avenue

Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway

266 ft · 5 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway

Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway

33 ft · 0 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Ocean Parkway

Toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway North

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward NY 27 West: Prospect Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

Merge onto NY 27

1.3 mi · 2 min · Prospect Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 46 sec · NY 27

Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx

Merge onto I 278

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Gowanus Expressway

Keep slight left at fork

2.3 mi · 4 min

Exit 25 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

230 ft · 10 sec

Toward NY 9A North: West Street, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, George Washington Bridge Use the right lane.

At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A

1.1 mi · 3 min · West Street

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto Vestry Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Vestry Street

Turn left onto Hudson Street

374 ft · 18 sec · Hudson Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Take the exit

406 ft · 14 sec

Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey Use the straight / left lanes.

Merge onto I 78

1.8 mi · 3 min · Holland Tunnel

Continue on I 78

0.4 mi · 1 min · 14th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139

0.3 mi · 24 sec · 14th Street Viaduct

Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City

Continue on NJ 139

0.8 mi · 1 min · NJ 139 Lower Level

Continue on NJ 139

406 ft · 7 sec · Pulaski Skyway

Take the exit

420 ft · 14 sec

Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto US 1; US 9

2.6 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn straight onto NJ 3

11 mi · 13 min · NJ 3

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 46

11 mi · 12 min · US 46

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap

Continue on I 80W

1.6 mi · 1 min · Interstate 80 West

Toward I 287: Morristown, Mahwah Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 21 sec

Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Merge onto I 80

45 mi · 52 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 8 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

12 mi · 15 min · Keystone Shortway

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 46 sec

Exit 293 Toward I 380 North: Scranton

Continue on I 380

28 mi · 30 min · I 380

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto I 81

58 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 81

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17

61 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 86; NY 17

Toward I 86: Corning

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 37 sec

Exit 52A Toward NY 14 North, CR 64: Watkins Glen

Turn left onto CR 64

0.1 mi · 9 sec · County Road 64

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 22 sec

Merge onto NY 14

1.4 mi · 1 min · Westinghouse Road

At end of road, turn left onto NY 14

5.6 mi · 7 min · Watkins Road

Continue on NY 14

1.5 mi · 3 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 14

6.0 mi · 7 min · Watkins Road

Continue on NY 14

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Franklin Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on NY 14

385 ft · 5 sec · Lake Shore Drive

Continue on NY 14

22 mi · 29 min · North Madison Avenue

Turn left onto NY 54

4.0 mi · 5 min · State Highway 54

Continue on NY 54

0.9 mi · 2 min · Clinton Street

Turn left onto NY 54

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto NY 54

7.1 mi · 12 min · Elm Street

Continue on NY 54A

0.5 mi · 56 sec · West Lake Road

Arrive at destination

CR 32

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 6-hour-plus drive, consider an early morning departure from Brooklyn to beat potential traffic. With just one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing, but keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially as you approach the longest stretch on I-86. The route's 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means staying alert and aware of your navigation is key, so ensure your GPS is set up before you leave. Given the duration, planning a brief mid-drive break around the 3-hour mark could help you stay refreshed for the second half.

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 149.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY, or about 3h 10m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60.9 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 66 miles or 1h 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 149.5 miles or 3h 10m 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 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Branchport, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Brooklyn, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Brooklyn, NY

This is one driving day of about 299.1 miles and 6h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Brooklyn, 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 86 for about 60.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 149.5 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 3h 10m into the drive

city in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Binghamton, NY

150 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Binghamton, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 149.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 60.9 miles.

Arriving in Branchport, NY

The final approach into Branchport, 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 Branchport, 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

$49.23 one way

$98.47 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 105 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$53.24	$106.47
premium	$4.92	$57.97	$115.94
diesel	$5.61	$66.04	$132.08

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

$49

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 104.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	89.7	1	$31.41	$14.36
Efficient EV	74.8	0	$26.17	$11.96
EV Truck/SUV	119.6	1	$41.87	$19.14

Gas CO2

105 kg

EV CO2

35 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Brooklyn, NY

Night in Brooklyn on Thursday

Local time

11:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

63°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy

SW 6 to 10 mph 18% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:41PM EDT until April 14 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 7:26PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY

Destination

Branchport, NY

Night in Branchport on Thursday

Local time

11:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

37°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

26 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

6h 22m 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 Brooklyn, NY to Branchport, NY covers 299.1 miles and takes about 6h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 86, I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 149.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.23 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.

Between Brooklyn, NY and Branchport, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Cr 64: Watkins Glen.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Branchport, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Branchport, NY

Same local time

26 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 22m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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