Origin
Clifton Park, NY
Afternoon in Clifton Park on Friday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Clifton Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
185.8 mi
299 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
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6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clifton Park, NY
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East Flatbush, NY
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Trip Overview
This 185.8-mile journey from Clifton Park, NY, to East Flatbush, NY, will take approximately 3 hours and 27 minutes. Given its manageable duration, it's perfectly suited as a single-day trip. You'll be navigating primarily on Route 146 and Halfmoon Parkway, with no interstate highways involved, meaning you'll experience a more local driving feel. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $30. This route offers a straightforward drive within the Northeast region, connecting two New York State locations.
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
92.9 miles from Clifton Park, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 185.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 185.8-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. The roads you'll primarily use, such as Route 146 and Halfmoon Parkway, suggest a more intimate connection with the landscape rather than high-speed travel. While there isn't a defined 'longest stretch' to note, the frequent turns mean you'll be actively engaged behind the wheel. This type of driving profile means you'll likely experience varied scenery as you pass through different communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Route 146 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Clifton Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY is easy. At 3h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clifton Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 146 | — | — |
| Halfmoon Parkway | — | — |
| Highway 146 | — | — |
| I 87 South | — | — |
| Adirondack Northway | — | — |
| I 287 South | — | — |
| NJ 17 South | — | — |
| NJ 3 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Route 146
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clifton Park, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on Old Route 146
75 ft
·
5 sec
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Old Route 146
2
Turn right onto Halfmoon Parkway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Halfmoon Parkway
3
Turn slight right
417 ft
·
16 sec
4
Turn straight onto State Highway 146
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
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State Highway 146
5
Take the ramp left toward I 87 South: Albany
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 87 South: Albany
6
Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
12 mi
·
16 min
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Adirondack Northway
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
8
Continue on I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
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I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South: New York
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
I 87 South: New York
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
11
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
12
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
23 mi
·
29 min
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NJ 17 South: Mahwah
13
Take the exit straight toward NJ 3 East: New York
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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NJ 3 East: New York
14
Merge slight left
4.2 mi
·
4 min
15
Continue on Tonnelle Avenue
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
16
Keep slight left to continue on Tonnelle Avenue
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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Tonnelle Avenue
17
Take the exit left toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
18
Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
19
Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
20
Continue on 12th Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
21
Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
22
Take the exit slight right toward NY 9A
430 ft
·
15 sec
·
NY 9A
23
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
Laight Street
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
25
Take the exit slight left toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
26
Continue on Gowanus Expressway
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
27
Take the exit slight left toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway
28
Take the exit slight right toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Center
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
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NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Center
29
Turn left onto Caton Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Avenue
30
Continue on Linden Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Linden Boulevard
31
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
With a driving time of just under 3.5 hours, this trip from Clifton Park to East Flatbush is ideal for a single-day adventure, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You'll spend about $30 on fuel, so plan accordingly. Since there are no major highways, expect a more local pace, and consider making a single planned stop for a break or to refuel. Keep an eye on your navigation, especially on Route 146, as the 'turn-heavy' profile means staying on course requires attention.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.9 miles from Clifton Park, NY, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
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 41 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.9 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Flatbush, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clifton Park, 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 Clifton Park, NY
This is one driving day of about 185.8 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Clifton Park, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 92.9 mi from Clifton Park, NY · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.9 miles from Clifton Park, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Flatbush, NY
The final approach into East Flatbush, 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 East Flatbush, 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
$30.58 one way
$61.17 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $33.07 | $66.14 |
| premium | $4.92 | $36.01 | $72.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.02 | $82.04 |
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
$31
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.7 | 0 | $19.51 | $8.92 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.26 | $7.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.3 | 0 | $26.01 | $11.89 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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.
Destination
East Flatbush, NY
Afternoon in East Flatbush on Friday
Local time
3:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 27m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clifton Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 185.8 miles and takes about 3h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Route 146, Halfmoon Parkway, Highway 146. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 92.9 miles from Clifton Park, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.58 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Clifton Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY is easy. At 3h 27m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clifton Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clifton Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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