Origin
Brooklyn, NY
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brooklyn, NY to Philadelphia, NY
Drive Time
6h 58m
Distance
326.3 mi
525 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Philadelphia, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Brooklyn to Philadelphia, NY, covers a total of 326.3 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 59 minutes behind the wheel. Because this route relies entirely on local roads rather than major highways, it is best suited as a dedicated day trip rather than a quick commute. You should budget approximately $52 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating through the Northeast, you will find this path requires your full attention due to its turn-heavy nature. While it is certainly manageable in one day, be prepared for a long stretch of time on the road given the lack of interstate travel.
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
163.1 miles from Brooklyn, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a very different experience than your typical interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. The drive is defined by a series of turns along local thoroughfares like Snyder Avenue, Rogers Avenue, and Church Avenue. Because there are no long highway stretches, your longest uninterrupted driving segment is effectively 0 miles on Snyder Avenue. This is a technical, local-focused journey that requires constant navigation through various neighborhood and town roads. You will spend nearly seven hours maneuvering through these varied local passages, making it a demanding but steady drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 66 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NY 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 117.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near NY 27.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 326.3 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 3.4 miles (NY 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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 35 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
3.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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NY 27
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27 toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
9
4.2 mi into trip
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~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
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~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
10.2 mi into trip
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~23m in
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NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139 / 14th Street Viaduct toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Bou...
Towns Along This Route
Between Brooklyn, NY and Philadelphia, NY, road signs point toward New York State Thruway North: Albany and Dolgeville.
New York State Thruway North: Albany
41.8 mi in
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~1h 3m
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via NY 17
Dolgeville
222.2 mi in
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~4h 31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 117.5 mi | 2h 15m |
| New York State Thruway | 63 mi | 1h 12m |
| NJ 17 | 22.9 mi | 28m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.8 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 26 | 13.4 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 12 | 12 mi | 16m |
| State Highway 28 | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Erwin Parkway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 117.5 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Philadelphia, NY.
1
Start on Nostrand Avenue
432 ft
·
21 sec
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Nostrand Avenue
2
Turn right onto Snyder Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
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Snyder Avenue
3
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
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Rogers Avenue
Use the straight / none lanes.
4
Turn left onto NY 27
0.2 mi
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14 sec
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Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight right onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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Caton Avenue
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
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Saint Pauls Place
7
At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue
0.5 mi
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53 sec
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Parkside Avenue
8
Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
266 ft
·
5 sec
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Fort Hamilton Parkway
9
Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway
33 ft
·
0 sec
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Fort Hamilton Parkway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Ocean Parkway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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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
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Prospect Expressway
Use the none lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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NY 27
Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
Use the none lane.
14
Merge onto I 278
0.4 mi
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39 sec
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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
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West Street
Use the right lane.
18
Turn right onto Vestry Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
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Vestry Street
19
Turn left onto Hudson Street
374 ft
·
18 sec
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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
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24 sec
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14th Street Viaduct
Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Use the none lane.
24
Continue on NJ 139
0.8 mi
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1 min
·
NJ 139 Lower Level
25
Continue on NJ 139
406 ft
·
7 sec
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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
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3 min
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Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Turn straight onto NJ 3
4.3 mi
·
5 min
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NJ 3
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
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35 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
31
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi
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3 min
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NJ 17
Use the none lane.
32
Continue on NJ 17
4.2 mi
·
4 min
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NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on NJ 17
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
34
Continue on NJ 17
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
35
Continue on NJ 17
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
36
Continue on NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
37
Continue on I 287; NY 17
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
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I 287; NY 17
38
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
118 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
Use the none lane.
39
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Use the none lane.
40
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 29A
Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
Use the slight right lane.
41
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
this road
42
Continue on NY 169
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 169
43
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
44
Turn right onto NY 167
0.3 mi
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36 sec
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South Ann Street
45
At end of road, turn left onto NY 169
9.7 mi
·
15 min
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West Monroe Street
46
Continue on NY 28
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 28
47
Continue on NY 28
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
48
Continue on NY 28
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 28
49
Continue on NY 28
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
50
Continue on NY 8; NY 28
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 8
51
Turn right onto NY 28
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 28
52
Turn right onto NY 12
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 12
53
Continue on NY 12; NY 28
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Erwin Parkway
54
Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Highway 12
55
Continue on NY 12
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Bea Luck Road
56
Continue on NY 12
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Utica Boulevard
57
Continue on NY 12; NY 26
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South State Street
58
Continue on NY 26
13 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 26
59
Continue on NY 26
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Broad Street
60
Continue on NY 26
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Martin Street Road
61
Continue on NY 26
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
State Highway 26
62
Continue on NY 26
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Great Bend Road
63
Continue on NY 26
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Fort Drum Road
64
Continue on US 11; NY 26
6.7 mi
·
7 min
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US 11; NY 26
65
Turn right onto Sand Street
141 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sand Street
66
Arrive at destination
Sand Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 326.3-mile trek, plan your departure early in the morning to avoid the fatigue of late-night local navigation. You are limited to just one planned stop, so choose your break point wisely to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the trip involves frequent turns and no high-speed highway segments, keep a close eye on your GPS to stay on track. Given the $52 estimated fuel cost, verify your tank levels before leaving Brooklyn to ensure you aren't searching for stations in unfamiliar areas. Flexibility is key here; since you aren't tethered to a highway, feel free to adjust your pace if local traffic conditions fluctuate throughout the day.
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 163.1 miles from Brooklyn, NY, or about 3h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 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 80 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 163.1 miles or 3h 23m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, 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 326.3 miles and 6h 58m.
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 NY 17 for about 117.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 163.1 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 3h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
163 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 163.1 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 117.5 miles.
Arriving in Philadelphia, NY
The final approach into Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, 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
$53.12 one way
$106.24 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
114 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $57.56 | $115.13 |
| premium | $4.88 | $62.73 | $125.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $72.49 | $144.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $19.15
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(63 mi)
$3.15
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
$53
Tolls
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$97–$122
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.2 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 | 97.9 | 1 | $34.26 | $15.66 |
| Efficient EV | 81.6 | 0 | $28.55 | $13.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 130.5 | 1 | $45.68 | $20.88 |
Gas CO2
114 kg
EV CO2
38 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
Philadelphia, NY
Afternoon in Philadelphia on Sunday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°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 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 58m 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 Philadelphia, NY covers 326.3 miles and takes about 6h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NY 17, New York State Thruway, NJ 17. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 163.1 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 $53.12 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 35 significant decision points across 326.3 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 3.4 miles (NY 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Philadelphia, NY, road signs point toward New York State Thruway North: Albany and Dolgeville.
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