Drive Time
3h 39m
Distance
165 mi
266 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
Photo: Renan Tagliaferro
Traveling from Brooklyn to Deposit, NY, covers approximately 165 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 39 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a highway sprint, you should plan for a full day of travel. Budgeting roughly $26 for fuel is a safe estimate for the trip. Since the entire route remains within New York State, you will experience a steady transition from the urban density of the Northeast region into the more rural landscapes of the state's interior. It is perfectly manageable as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight split.
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
82.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Expect a highly tactile driving experience on this route, as it relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates. You will navigate through city infrastructure like Snyder, Rogers, and Church Avenues before transitioning to the winding, turn-heavy roads that define this 165-mile journey. With a highway share of 0%, this is not a monotonous cruise; it requires your full attention as you navigate constant turns and local traffic patterns. The road personality is technical and engaging, trading high speeds for a slower, more deliberate pace through the Northeast countryside.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Snyder Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rogers Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Church Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Prospect Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 278 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gowanus Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hugh L Carey Tunnel | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| NY 9A North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Deposit, NY.
Start on Nostrand Avenue
Turn right onto Snyder Avenue
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Turn left onto Church Avenue
Turn right onto Prospect Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
Merge slight left onto Gowanus Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan
Keep slight right to continue on NY 9A North: West Street, Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel, George Washington Bridge
Turn right onto West Street
Turn right onto Vestry Street
Turn left onto Hudson Street
Take the exit slight right toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
Merge slight left onto Holland Tunnel
Continue on 14th Street
Keep slight left to continue on 14th Street Viaduct
Continue on NJ 139 Lower Level
Continue on Pulaski Skyway
Take the exit slight right toward US 1-9 North: Secausus
Turn right onto Tonnelle Avenue
Turn straight
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
Take the exit slight right toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman
Continue straight
Keep slight left to continue on NY 17 West: Binghamton
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward NY 8, NY 10: Deposit, Walton
Turn right onto State Highway 10
Continue on Oak Street
Continue on Oak Street
Continue on Pine Street
Turn left onto 2nd Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Turn right onto Front Street
Arrive at your destination
To make the most of your 3-hour and 39-minute drive, try to depart early in the day to avoid peak congestion on local Brooklyn streets. Since this route is entirely local, factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and break up the constant steering required by the turn-heavy layout. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, as local roads may offer fewer refueling options than an interstate corridor. Given the technical nature of the drive, prioritize comfort and focus, treating the travel time as a deliberate part of your trip rather than just a means to an end.
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 80 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.5 miles or 1h 49m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deposit, 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 165 miles and 3h 39m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.5 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 82.5 miles from Brooklyn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Deposit, 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 Deposit, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$26.04 one way
$52.09 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $29.11 | $58.22 |
| premium | $4.86 | $31.58 | $63.15 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $30.49 | $60.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $32.00
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
$26
Tolls
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.7 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
| Efficient EV | 41.3 | 0 | $14.44 | $6.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66 | 0 | $23.10 | $10.56 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Saturday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Deposit on Saturday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
83 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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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