Origin
East Flatbush, NY
Afternoon in East Flatbush on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Flatbush, NY to Hilton, NY
Drive Time
7h 25m
Distance
342.4 mi
551 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 15m
★
6 AM
7h 25m
8 AM
7h 46m
10 AM
7h 32m
12 PM
7h 30m
3 PM
7h 33m
5 PM
7h 45m
8 PM
7h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Flatbush, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Hilton, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from East Flatbush to Hilton covers 342.4 miles and typically takes about 7 hours and 25 minutes. While this journey is manageable as a single-day trip, it requires a steady pace to complete in one go. You will primarily navigate via I-81, the Christopher Columbus Highway, and the New York State Thruway. Budgeting approximately $56 for fuel is a safe estimate for your transit across New York State. Since you are moving from the Northeast region to another part of the same region, you can expect a consistent climate, though the transition from the city to the interior landscape is quite noticeable. Plan for at least two stops to keep yourself refreshed during the drive.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
171.2 miles from East Flatbush, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a turn-heavy local profile that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 51% of your journey consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend a significant portion of the trip navigating non-highway segments. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 97.3 miles on I-81, which provides a brief respite from the more technical sections. The road character shifts as you transition between major thoroughfares and local connectors, creating a varied driving experience. Be prepared for a mix of fast-paced stretches and slower, more winding local roads that require frequent adjustments in speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 75 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 4.1 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 55 significant decision points across 342.4 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 4.1 miles (NY 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 55 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
4.1 mi into trip
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~9m 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
4.9 mi into trip
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~10m 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
7.2 mi into trip
|
~15m 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
8.6 mi into trip
|
~19m 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
10.9 mi into trip
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~24m 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 East Flatbush, NY and Hilton, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Albany.
Del Water Gap
36.3 mi in
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~55m
Mahwah
36.6 mi in
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~55m
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via I 80W
Albany
186.8 mi in
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~3h 55m
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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 |
| Eastern Expressway | 10.8 mi | 13m |
| US 46 | 10.8 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 97.3 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Flatbush, NY and Hilton, NY.
1
Start on NY 27
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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Linden Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2
Turn slight right onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
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Caton Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
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Saint Pauls Place
4
At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
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Parkside Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
266 ft
·
5 sec
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Fort Hamilton Parkway
6
Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway
33 ft
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0 sec
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Fort Hamilton Parkway
7
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
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NY 27 West: Prospect Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
9
Merge onto NY 27
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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Prospect Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
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.
11
Merge onto I 278
0.4 mi
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39 sec
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Gowanus Expressway
12
Keep slight left at fork
2.3 mi
·
4 min
Exit 25
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
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.
14
At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A
1.1 mi
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3 min
·
West Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto Vestry Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
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Vestry Street
16
Turn left onto Hudson Street
374 ft
·
18 sec
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Hudson Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Take the exit
406 ft
·
14 sec
Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Merge onto I 78
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Holland Tunnel
19
Continue on I 78
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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14th Street Viaduct
Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Use the none lane.
21
Continue on NJ 139
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 139 Lower Level
22
Continue on NJ 139
406 ft
·
7 sec
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Pulaski Skyway
23
Take the exit
420 ft
·
14 sec
Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn straight onto NJ 3
11 mi
·
13 min
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NJ 3
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto US 46
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 46
Use the none lane.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 80 West: Dover, Del Water Gap
28
Continue on I 80W
1.6 mi
·
1 min
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Interstate 80 West
Toward I 287: Morristown, Mahwah
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 80 West: Delaware Water Gap
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
30
Merge onto I 80
45 mi
·
52 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Keystone Shortway
33
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 293
Toward I 380 North: Scranton
34
Continue on I 380
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 380
Use the straight lane.
35
Merge onto I 81
58 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
I 81
Use the straight lane.
36
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
37
Keep slight left at fork onto I 81
37 mi
·
43 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
38
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 52
Toward NY 13: Cortland
39
Turn right onto NY 13
39 ft
·
5 sec
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Clinton Avenue
40
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Locust Avenue
41
Continue on Albany Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Albany Street
42
At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 41
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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South Main Street
43
Turn left onto NY 41
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Clinton Street
44
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
East Lake Road
45
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 41
46
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
·
13 min
·
East Lake Road
47
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Lake Street
48
Turn left onto US 20
7.3 mi
·
13 min
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East Genesee Street
49
Turn right onto US 20
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
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North Fulton Street
50
Turn left onto US 20; NY 5
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Arterial West
51
Continue on US 20; NY 5; NY 38
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Chase Street
Use the none lane.
52
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Auburn Road
53
Turn right onto NY 318
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
NY 318
54
Continue on NY 318
319 ft
·
10 sec
·
NY 318
Use the right lane.
55
Turn right onto NY 414
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
State Route 414
Use the right lane.
56
Continue on NY 414
217 ft
·
11 sec
·
Ridge Road
Use the left lane.
57
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Use the left lane.
58
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
Use the straight / right lanes.
59
Merge onto I 90
30 mi
·
34 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the none lane.
60
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 45
Toward I 490: Rochester
Use the slight right lane.
61
Continue on I 490
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Eastern Expressway
Use the none lane.
62
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 21
Toward I 590 South, NY 590 North
Use the slight right lane.
63
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward NY 590 North: Irondequoit
Use the slight right lane.
64
Merge onto NY 590
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Outer Loop
Use the none lane.
65
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 10A
Toward NY 104 West: Greece
Use the slight right lane.
66
Merge onto NY 104
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Keeler Street Expressway
Use the none lane.
67
Continue on NY 104
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Bridge
68
Continue on NY 104
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Ridge Road
Use the none lane.
69
Continue on NY 104
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
West Ridge Road
Use the none lane.
70
Turn right onto NY 261
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Manitou Road
71
Turn left onto NY 18
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Parma Center Road
72
Turn right onto NY 18; NY 259
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hilton-Parma Corners Road
73
Continue on NY 18; NY 259
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
South Avenue
74
At end of road, turn left onto NY 18; NY 259
471 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
75
Arrive at destination
NY 18
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 7h 25m travel time, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak traffic congestion near the start of your route. Given the two planned stops, use these breaks to account for the turn-heavy nature of the drive, which can be more fatiguing than straight interstate cruising. Since the route relies heavily on local roads, keep a close eye on your GPS to stay on track during the non-highway portions. Ensure your fuel tank is topped off before hitting the longer stretches, as the $56 cost estimate can fluctuate based on local fuel prices along the Thruway. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't hesitate to extend your rest periods if the local road sections prove particularly demanding.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 171.2 miles from East Flatbush, NY, or about 3h 37m 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 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 171.2 miles or 3h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hilton, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Flatbush, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Flatbush, NY
This is one driving day of about 342.4 miles and 7h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Flatbush, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks 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 171.2 mi from East Flatbush, NY · 3h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
171 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 171.2 miles from East Flatbush, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.3 miles.
Arriving in Hilton, NY
The final approach into Hilton, 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 Hilton, 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
$55.74 one way
$111.48 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
120 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $60.41 | $120.81 |
| premium | $4.88 | $65.82 | $131.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $76.07 | $152.14 |
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
$56
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102.7 | 1 | $35.95 | $16.44 |
| Efficient EV | 85.6 | 0 | $29.96 | $13.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137 | 1 | $47.94 | $21.91 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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
Hilton, NY
Afternoon in Hilton on Sunday
Local time
3:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
7h 25m 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 East Flatbush, NY to Hilton, NY covers 342.4 miles and takes about 7h 25m 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 171.2 miles from East Flatbush, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $55.74 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 2 meaningful breaks 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 55 significant decision points across 342.4 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 4.1 miles (NY 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between East Flatbush, NY and Hilton, NY, road signs point toward Del Water Gap, Mahwah and Albany.
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