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Trip from Ellicott, NY to Brooklyn, NY

Drive Time

7h 55m

Distance

368.2 mi

593 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$60

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

22 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
7h 47m ★
6 AM
7h 56m
8 AM
8h 13m
10 AM
8h 2m
12 PM
8h 0m
3 PM
8h 3m
5 PM
8h 12m
8 PM
7h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Ellicott, NY, NY

Ellicott, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Downtown Brooklyn, NY, NY

Brooklyn, NY

Cristian Pedroso

Trip Overview

Traveling from Ellicott to Brooklyn covers 374 miles across New York State. You should anticipate a drive time of approximately 6 hours and 48 minutes, making this a journey that is best completed in a single, focused day. Budgeting around $59 for fuel will cover your transit from the western part of the state to the dense urban environment of the five boroughs. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, your pace will be consistent rather than rapid. It is a practical trek for those needing to cross the state, though the duration requires you to stay alert behind the wheel. Plan your departure carefully to account for the total time spent on the road.

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

184.1 miles from Ellicott, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 59m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a technical and engaging experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since this route features 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 374-mile journey. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, requiring your full attention as you transition between local corridors. You won't find any long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed travel here, so prepare for a drive that demands steady engagement with the road. This technical profile makes the trip feel longer than a typical highway sprint, but it offers a more grounded look at the regional landscape.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 49 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 104.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 190.9 miles in near I 81.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 29 significant decision points across 368.2 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 190.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 244.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 356.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 29 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
190.9 mi into trip | ~4h 6m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
244.2 mi into trip | ~5h 10m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
7
356.3 mi into trip | ~7h 29m in

Take the exit toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
8
356.5 mi into trip | ~7h 30m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
8
361.6 mi into trip | ~7h 42m 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 Along This Route

Between Ellicott, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.

Mt Pocono

244.2 mi in | ~5h 10m | via US 6

Milford

245 mi in | ~5h 11m | via I 84; I 380

Newark

336.6 mi in | ~7h 2m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern Tier Expressway 104.5 mi 2h 2m
Keystone Shortway 63.3 mi 1h 19m
I 81 53.4 mi 1h 3m
Genesee Expressway 32.6 mi 37m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Essex Freeway 15.8 mi 20m
Varysburg Road 10.9 mi 15m
Big Tree Road 10.5 mi 15m
Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ellicott, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

1

Start on NY 240

2.5 mi · 4 min · Ellicott Road
2

At end of road, turn left onto CR 84

1.3 mi · 1 min · Davis Road
3

Turn right onto Jewett Holmwood Road

2.3 mi · 3 min · Jewett Holmwood Road
4

Turn right onto US 20A

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Quaker Road
5

Continue on US 20A

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Hamburg Street
6

Enter roundabout onto US 20A; NY 16; NY 78

35 ft · 0 sec · Hamburg Street
7

Continue on US 20A; NY 16; NY 78

99 ft · 1 sec · Hamburg Street
8

Continue on US 20A; NY 16; NY 78

1.8 mi · 4 min · Main Street
9

Continue on US 20A; NY 78

11 mi · 15 min · Big Tree Road
10

Continue on US 20A

11 mi · 15 min · Varysburg Road
11

Continue on US 20A

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Buffalo Road
12

Continue on US 20A

4.6 mi · 8 min · West Buffalo Street
13

Continue on US 20A

7.4 mi · 10 min · Perry Center Road
14

Continue on CR 64

2.3 mi · 3 min · Perry Road
15

Turn right onto NY 36

1.3 mi · 1 min · Mount Morris Road
16

Continue on NY 36

1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
17

Continue on NY 36

4.1 mi · 7 min · Sonyea Road
18

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
19

Merge onto I 390

33 mi · 37 min · Genesee Expressway
20

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway
21

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
22

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6
Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.
24

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
25

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
26

Merge onto I 80

63 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 49 sec
Exit 47A Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
28

Continue on I 280

16 mi · 20 min · Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
29

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 17A Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
30

Merge onto CR 508

2.0 mi · 3 min · Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Continue on NJ 7

0.5 mi · 43 sec · New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the slight right lane.
33

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel Use the straight / slight left lanes.
34

Turn straight

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Use the straight lane.
35

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
36

Continue on NJ 139

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
37

Continue on I 78

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
38

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78

1.9 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
39

Take the exit

428 ft · 14 sec
Toward NY 9A
40

Turn slight left onto Laight Street

0.2 mi · 48 sec · Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
41

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Street
Use the straight lane.
42

Take the exit

2.6 mi · 5 min
Exit 2 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn Use the left lane.
43

Continue on I 278

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Gowanus Expressway
44

Take the exit onto NY 27

1.5 mi · 2 min · NY 27
Exit 24 Toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway Use the slight left / straight lanes.
45

Take the exit onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 47 sec · NY 27
Exit 5 Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Center Use the slight right lane.
46

Turn left onto NY 27

1.2 mi · 2 min · Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
47

Continue on NY 27

0.4 mi · 31 sec · Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
48

Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Nostrand Avenue
49

Arrive at destination

Nostrand Avenue

Trip Plan

To manage the 6 hours and 48 minutes effectively, try to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue as you approach the complex traffic patterns near Brooklyn. Since there are no scheduled stops in this itinerary, build in your own breaks to stretch and refuel, keeping that $59 fuel estimate in mind as you plan your stops. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, keep your navigation tools ready and updated to stay on track through the various intersections. Flexibility is your greatest asset on this route, so don't hesitate to pull over if you need a breather. Prioritizing consistent progress will help you navigate the 374 miles comfortably without feeling rushed by the technical nature of the roads.

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 184.1 miles from Ellicott, NY, or about 3h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 81 miles or 1h 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 184.1 miles or 3h 59m 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 26m

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 Ellicott, 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.

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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 Ellicott, NY

This is one driving day of about 368.2 miles and 7h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Ellicott, 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 Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 184.1 mi from Ellicott, NY · 3h 59m into the drive

Downtown Syracuse, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Syracuse, NY

184 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.

Popular next leg

Syracuse, NY to Brooklyn, NY

253.4 mi · 5h 19m

Pacing Suggestions

Bath, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Syracuse, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 184.1 miles from Ellicott, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.

Arriving in Brooklyn, NY

The final approach into Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 355.5
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

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...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 355.5
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

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...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 355.5
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 355.5
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

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...

5 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 368.2
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

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...

5 mi from route ~12 min detour Free near mile 355.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$59.94 one way

$119.88 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 129 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $64.96 $129.91
premium $4.88 $70.78 $141.57
diesel $5.64 $81.80 $163.60

Estimated Tolls: $16.14

Holland Tunnel $16.00
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike (2 mi) $0.14

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

$60

Tolls

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$101–$126

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 128.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

22 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Dollar Tree - Tesla Supercharger

Painted Post, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Dandy Mini Mart - Tesla Supercharger

Elmira, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

125 Victory Hwy - Tesla Supercharger

Painted Post, NY

Tesla

10 DCFC

Tops Friendly Markets - Tesla Supercharger

Dansville, NY

Tesla

8 DCFC

ChargeSmart EV - Corning

Painted Post, NY

CHARGESMART_EV

8 DCFC

Hampton Inn Owego

Owego, NY

EVGATEWAY

8 DCFC

Ferrario Ford

Elmira, NY

RED_E

6 DCFC

Towne Ford

Orchard Park, NY

FORD_CHARGE

4 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 6 Tesla: 4 RED_E: 3 CHARGESMART_EV: 2 Electrify America: 2 FORD_CHARGE: 1 VIALYNK: 1 Non-Networked: 1 EVGATEWAY: 1 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 110.5 1 $38.66 $17.67
Efficient EV 92.1 1 $32.22 $14.73
EV Truck/SUV 147.3 1 $51.55 $23.56

Gas CO2

129 kg

EV CO2

43 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Ellicott, NY

Morning in Ellicott on Monday

Local time

7:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brooklyn, NY

Morning in Brooklyn on Monday

Local time

7:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

58°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

7h 55m 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 Ellicott, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 368.2 miles and takes about 7h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 184.1 miles from Ellicott, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $59.94 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 29 significant decision points across 368.2 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 190.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 244.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 356.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Ellicott, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford and Newark.

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