Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 53m
Distance
178.7 mi
288 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brooklyn, NY
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Masonville, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Trading the urban pace of Brooklyn for the quiet of Masonville is a 178.8-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy, local-road-focused drive, it is best suited as a single-day excursion rather than a multi-day trek. You should budget about $28 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. While the trip is manageable in one go, the nature of the local roads means you will spend nearly four hours behind the wheel without the ease of high-speed interstates. Consider this route if you prefer a direct, purposeful drive through New York’s interior rather than a highway-heavy transit.
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
89.4 miles from Brooklyn, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Expect a hands-on experience, as this route relies entirely on local roads with zero highway travel. The character of the drive is defined by constant turns and winding segments, requiring your full attention as you navigate away from the city. Because you aren't spending any time on major interstates, the pace remains steady but technical throughout the entire 178.8-mile stretch. You will find yourself constantly adjusting to the rhythm of local traffic and changing road conditions rather than settling into a monotonous cruise. It is a drive that demands engagement, making the nearly four-hour transit feel like a continuous, active navigation exercise.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
2,115 ft
Total Descent
875 ft
Highest Point
1,797 ft
~114.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,782 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 178.7 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 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; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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
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
Keep slight left at fork toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brooklyn, NY and Masonville, NY, road signs point toward Jersey City, New York State Thruway North: Albany and Walton.
Jersey City
New York State Thruway North: Albany
Walton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 119.5 mi | 2h 27m |
| NJ 17 | 22.9 mi | 28m |
| State Highway 8 | 14.7 mi | 16m |
| NJ 3 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Prospect Expressway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Masonville, NY.
Start on Nostrand Avenue
Turn right onto Snyder Avenue
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Turn left onto NY 27
Turn slight right onto NY 27
Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place
At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway
Take the ramp
Merge onto NY 27
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27
Merge onto I 278
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A
Turn right onto Vestry Street
Turn left onto Hudson Street
Take the exit
Merge onto I 78
Continue on I 78
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139
Continue on NJ 139
Continue on NJ 139
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
Turn straight onto NJ 3
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on I 287; NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on NY 17
Take the exit
Turn right onto NY 8; NY 10
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
Turn straight onto NY 8; NY 10
Arrive at destination
To make the most of your 3-hour and 53-minute transit, plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic, which can significantly impact your travel time on these winding roads. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, you should build in extra time for breaks, as there are no scheduled stops provided. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge early on; with a $28 estimated cost, it is wise to top off your tank before leaving the city to avoid searching for stations on smaller, less familiar roads. Being prepared for a non-highway route is your biggest advantage, so keep your navigation tools handy to handle the frequent turns with confidence.
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.
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 39 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.4 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Masonville, NY than in the middle of the route.
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 178.7 miles and 3h 53m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.4 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
89 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.
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 89.4 miles from Brooklyn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119.5 miles.
The final approach into Masonville, 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 Masonville, 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.
Regular Gas
$29.42 one way
$58.83 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $31.81 | $63.61 |
| premium | $4.92 | $34.64 | $69.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.45 | $78.91 |
Estimated Tolls: $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
$29
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.6 | 0 | $18.76 | $8.58 |
| Efficient EV | 44.7 | 0 | $15.64 | $7.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.5 | 0 | $25.02 | $11.44 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Brooklyn on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Night in Masonville on Wednesday
Local time
11:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
57°F
Ramapo, NY
89 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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