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Trip from Brooklyn, NY to Penfield, NY

Drive Time

6h 53m

Distance

319.4 mi

514 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
6h 42m ★
6 AM
6h 54m
8 AM
7h 17m
10 AM
7h 2m
12 PM
7h 0m
3 PM
7h 3m
5 PM
7h 16m
8 PM
6h 47m

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

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Downtown Brooklyn, NY, NY

Brooklyn, NY

Cristian Pedroso

Downtown Penfield, NY, NY

Penfield, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

The drive from Brooklyn, NY to Penfield, NY covers 319.4 miles and takes about 6h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway, New York State Thruway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 97.3 miles on I 81. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.00 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

159.7 miles from Brooklyn, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 22m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 6h 53m drive with frequent turns across 319.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 73 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 97.3 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.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 53 significant decision points across 319.4 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 53 key points

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

7
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...
9
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
8
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...
8
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
8
316.6 mi into trip | ~6h 46m in

Take the exit toward NY 31F: Fairport, East Rochester

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. Exit 25 Toward NY 31F: Fairport, East Rochester

Towns Along This Route

Between Brooklyn, NY and Penfield, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Albany.

Del Water Gap

35.6 mi in | ~53m

Mahwah

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

Albany

186.1 mi in | ~3h 54m | via I 81

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 81 97.3 mi 1h 55m
Christopher Columbus Highway 44.6 mi 52m
New York State Thruway 30.3 mi 34m
I 380 27.7 mi 30m
Keystone Shortway 17.3 mi 24m
NJ 3 10.9 mi 13m
US 46 10.8 mi 12m
Clinton Street 10.5 mi 15m
Longest stretch: I 81 — 97.3 mi, about 1h 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Nostrand Avenue

432 ft · 21 sec · Nostrand Avenue
2

Turn right onto Snyder Avenue

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Snyder Avenue
3

Turn right onto Rogers Avenue

0.3 mi · 59 sec · Rogers Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4

Turn left onto NY 27

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5

Turn slight right onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Caton Avenue
6

Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place

0.2 mi · 51 sec · Saint Pauls Place
7

At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue

0.5 mi · 53 sec · Parkside Avenue
8

Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway

266 ft · 5 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway
9

Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway

33 ft · 0 sec · Fort Hamilton Parkway
10

Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Ocean Parkway
Toward Prospect Avenue, Prospect Expressway North
11

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NY 27 West: Prospect Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
12

Merge onto NY 27

1.3 mi · 2 min · Prospect Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 46 sec · NY 27
Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
14

Merge onto I 278

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Gowanus Expressway
15

Keep slight left at fork

2.3 mi · 4 min
Exit 25 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

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.
17

At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A

1.1 mi · 3 min · West Street
Use the right lane.
18

Turn right onto Vestry Street

0.2 mi · 47 sec · Vestry Street
19

Turn left onto Hudson Street

374 ft · 18 sec · Hudson Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
20

Take the exit

406 ft · 14 sec
Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey Use the straight / left lanes.
21

Merge onto I 78

1.8 mi · 3 min · Holland Tunnel
22

Continue on I 78

0.4 mi · 1 min · 14th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

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
24

Continue on NJ 139

0.8 mi · 1 min · NJ 139 Lower Level
25

Continue on NJ 139

406 ft · 7 sec · Pulaski Skyway
26

Take the exit

420 ft · 14 sec
Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Turn right onto US 1; US 9

2.6 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28

Turn straight onto NJ 3

11 mi · 13 min · NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Merge onto US 46

11 mi · 12 min · US 46
Use the straight lane.
30

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap
31

Continue on I 80W

1.6 mi · 1 min · Interstate 80 West
Toward I 287: Morristown, Mahwah Use the straight / slight left lanes.
32

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap Use the straight / slight left lanes.
33

Merge onto I 80

45 mi · 52 min · Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 8 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Keep slight left at fork onto I 80

12 mi · 15 min · Keystone Shortway
36

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 46 sec
Exit 293 Toward I 380 North: Scranton
37

Continue on I 380

28 mi · 30 min · I 380
Use the straight lane.
38

Merge onto I 81

58 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 81
Use the straight lane.
39

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
40

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

37 mi · 43 min · I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
41

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec
Exit 52 Toward NY 13: Cortland
42

Turn right onto NY 13

39 ft · 5 sec · Clinton Avenue
43

Turn left onto Locust Avenue

1.2 mi · 2 min · Locust Avenue
44

Continue on Albany Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Albany Street
45

At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 41

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
46

Turn left onto NY 41

10 mi · 15 min · Clinton Street
47

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road
48

Continue on NY 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
49

Continue on NY 41

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road
50

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 48 sec · East Lake Street
51

Turn left onto US 20

7.3 mi · 13 min · East Genesee Street
52

Turn right onto US 20

0.2 mi · 12 sec · North Fulton Street
53

Turn left onto US 20; NY 5

0.4 mi · 1 min · Arterial West
54

Continue on US 20; NY 5; NY 38

9.8 mi · 11 min · Chase Street
Use the left lane.
55

Continue on US 20; NY 5

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
56

Turn right onto NY 318

4.1 mi · 7 min · NY 318
57

Continue on NY 318

319 ft · 10 sec · NY 318
Use the right lane.
58

Turn right onto NY 414

0.3 mi · 28 sec · State Route 414
Use the right lane.
59

Continue on NY 414

217 ft · 11 sec · Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
60

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Use the left lane.
61

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo Use the straight / right lanes.
62

Merge onto I 90

30 mi · 34 min · New York State Thruway
63

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 45 Toward I 490: Rochester Use the slight right lane.
64

Continue on I 490

7.6 mi · 8 min · Eastern Expressway
65

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 25 Toward NY 31F: Fairport, East Rochester Use the straight / slight right lanes.
66

Keep slight right at fork

199 ft · 4 sec
Toward NY 31F East: Fairport
67

Turn straight onto NY 31F

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Fairport Road
68

Turn left onto NY 153

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Washington Street
69

Turn right onto CR 15

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Linden Avenue
Use the right lane.
70

At end of road, turn left onto CR 17

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Whitney Road
71

Continue on CR 18

0.5 mi · 1 min · Five Mile Line Road
72

Turn right onto NY 441

121 ft · 2 sec · Penfield Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
73

Arrive at destination

NY 441

Trip Plan

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 159.7 miles from Brooklyn, NY, or about 3h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.3 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 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 159.7 miles or 3h 22m 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 39m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY

This is one driving day of about 319.4 miles and 6h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 81 for about 97.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 159.7 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 3h 22m into the drive

Downtown Ramapo, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Syracuse, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 159.7 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 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.3 miles.

Arriving in Penfield, NY

The final approach into Penfield, 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 Penfield, NY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 11
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 11
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 11
View on nps.gov
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 264.4
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 11
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

3 mi from route ~8 min detour Free near mile 11
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.00 one way

$103.99 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 112 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $56.35 $112.70
premium $4.88 $61.40 $122.81
diesel $5.64 $70.96 $141.92

Estimated Tolls: $17.52

Holland Tunnel $16.00
New York State Thruway (30.3 mi) $1.52

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

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$95–$120

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 111.8 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 95.8 1 $33.54 $15.33
Efficient EV 79.9 0 $27.95 $12.78
EV Truck/SUV 127.8 1 $44.72 $20.44

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Brooklyn, NY

Morning in Brooklyn on Monday

Local time

9:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Penfield, NY

Morning in Penfield on Monday

Local time

9:21 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

59°F

Ramapo, NY

160 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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

10 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 53m 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 Penfield, NY covers 319.4 miles and takes about 6h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Christopher Columbus Highway, New York State Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 159.7 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 $52.00 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 53 significant decision points across 319.4 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 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.
Between Brooklyn, NY and Penfield, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Albany.

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