Traveling from Dix to Brooklyn covers 265.7 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 43 minutes. This route primarily utilizes Cider Street and I-90 East, making it a straightforward journey across the Northeast. Because the trip is manageable in a single day, you likely won't need an overnight stay, though planning for one stop is recommended to break up the drive. Expect to budget approximately $42 for fuel to complete the trip. It is a practical trek that transitions you from the local settings of Dix into the urban environment of Brooklyn, providing a clear path between these two points in New York state.
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
130.4 miles from Dix, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 34m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 19m. Total distance: 260.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive right from the start, as the route begins with a focus on navigating Cider Street. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this journey requires your full attention as you transition onto I-90. With a highway share of 0%, the experience is defined by local roads rather than high-speed cruising. The longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on Cider Street, meaning the route demands frequent adjustments and active steering. You will find that the road's personality is technical and engaging, keeping you focused on the pavement as you navigate toward the city.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 212.3 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 99.9 miles in near New York State Thruway.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 260.7 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 99.9 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.1 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 219.5 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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99.9 mi into trip|~1h 59m in|New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
218.1 mi into trip|~4h 15m in|NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
219.5 mi into trip|~4h 17m in|NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
249.4 mi into trip|~4h 55m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
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254.1 mi into trip|~5h 6m in
Take the exit toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Dix, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
99.9 mi in|~1h 59m|via New York State Thruway
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
212.3 mi
4h 5m
NJ 17
22.7 mi
29m
NJ 3
4.2 mi
4m
NY 233
2.8 mi
3m
Tonnelle Avenue
2.6 mi
3m
Dix Road
2.3 mi
5m
Holland Tunnel
1.9 mi
4m
NY 27
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 212.3 mi, about 4h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dix, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on CR 41
2.3 mi·5 min·Dix Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto NY 233
2.8 mi·3 min·NY 233
3
Turn left onto Cider Street
0.1 mi·19 sec·Cider Street
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 90
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 90 East
6
Merge onto I 90
94 mi·1 hr 48 min·New York State Thruway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, BostonUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
23 mi·29 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
12
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi·4 min·NJ 3
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi·3 min·Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi·9 sec·Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland TunnelUse the left lane.
16
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi·1 min·Conrail Viaduct
17
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi·32 sec·12th Street Viaduct
18
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi·54 sec·12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi·4 min·Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
20
Take the exit
428 ft·14 sec
Toward NY 9A
21
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi·48 sec·Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
22
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi·2 min·West Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
2.6 mi·5 min
Exit 2Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, BrooklynUse the left lane.
24
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi·50 sec·Gowanus Expressway
25
Take the exit onto NY 27
1.5 mi·2 min·NY 27
Exit 24Toward NY 27 East: Prospect ExpresswayUse the slight left / straight lanes.
26
Take the exit onto NY 27
0.4 mi·47 sec·NY 27
Exit 5Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical CenterUse the slight right lane.
27
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi·2 min·Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Continue on NY 27
0.4 mi·31 sec·Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue
0.2 mi·35 sec·Nostrand Avenue
30
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 43 minute duration, aim to depart early to avoid potential traffic congestion as you approach Brooklyn. Since you are only planning for one stop, choose a location that allows you to refuel using your $42 budget comfortably. Because this is a turn-heavy route, stay alert for directional changes on local roads, especially when transitioning off of I-90. The lack of highway stretches means you should pace yourself carefully to avoid fatigue on the smaller, more winding roads. Flexibility is your best asset here, so keep an eye on your navigation to ensure you remain on track through the local segments of the drive.
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 130.4 miles from Dix, NY, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 212.3 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 57 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 130.4 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dix, 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 Dix, NY
This is one driving day of about 260.7 miles and 5h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Dix, 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 New York State Thruway for about 212.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 130.4 mi from Dix, NY
· 2h 34m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
1 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 251.7
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...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Free
near mile 251.7
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...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 251.7
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...
2 mi from route
~4 min detour
Free
near mile 251.7
For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 251.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.91 one way
$85.83 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg91 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$46.40
$92.81
premium
$4.92
$50.53
$101.06
diesel
$5.61
$57.56
$115.12
Estimated Tolls: $26.62
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(212.3 mi)$10.62
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
$43
Tolls
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 91.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
78.2
0
$27.37
$12.51
Efficient EV
65.2
0
$22.81
$10.43
EV Truck/SUV
104.3
1
$36.50
$16.68
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Dix, NY
Morning
in Dix on Friday
Local time
7:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
S 2 to 9 mph86% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Brooklyn, NY
Morning
in Brooklyn on Friday
Local time
7:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 3 to 12 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
57°F
Ramapo, NY
130 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
5 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
5h 19m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Dix, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 260.7 miles and takes about 5h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, NJ 17, NJ 3. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 130.4 miles from Dix, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.91 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 260.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 99.9 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 218.1 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 219.5 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Dix, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include African Burial Ground National Monument, Stonewall National Monument and Castle Clinton National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
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over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
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NPS API.
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