Trip from Gerry, NY to East Flatbush, NY

Drive Time

8h 10m

Distance

376.2 mi

605 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min

4 AM

8h 3m ★

6 AM

8h 11m

8 AM

8h 27m

10 AM

8h 16m

12 PM

8h 15m

3 PM

8h 17m

5 PM

8h 26m

8 PM

8h 6m

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

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East Flatbush, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

The drive from Gerry, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 376.2 miles and takes about 8h 10m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on Keystone Shortway, PA 948, Essex Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 246 miles on Keystone Shortway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $61.24 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

188.1 miles from Gerry, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 8h 10m drive with frequent turns across 376.2 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 60 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Keystone Shortway is the longest continuous segment at about 246 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 363.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 36 significant decision points across 376.2 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 363.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 363.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 368.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 36 key points

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

363.4 mi into trip | ~7h 42m 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

363.6 mi into trip | ~7h 43m 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

368.7 mi into trip | ~7h 54m 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

371.8 mi into trip | ~8h in | NY 27

Take the exit onto NY 27 toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 24 Toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway

373.3 mi into trip | ~8h 3m in | NY 27

Take the exit onto NY 27 toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Center

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 5 Toward NY 27 East: SUNY Downstate Medical Cente...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Gerry, NY to East Flatbush, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.

Newark

343.7 mi in | ~7h 14m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Keystone Shortway	246 mi	4h 39m
PA 948	23.8 mi	35m
Essex Freeway	15.8 mi	20m
US 62	15.6 mi	19m
Boot Jack Road	11.2 mi	16m
State Park Road	8.1 mi	14m
Grand Army of the Republic Highway	7.4 mi	11m
North Main Street	5.4 mi	8m

Longest stretch: Keystone Shortway — 246 mi, about 4h 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gerry, NY and East Flatbush, NY.

Start on Gerry-Ellington Road

10 ft · 2 sec · Gerry-Ellington Road

Continue on NY 60

1.5 mi · 2 min · NY-60

Continue on NY 60

3.8 mi · 5 min · North Main Street

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 60

0.2 mi · 21 sec · North Main Street

Turn left onto Marvin Parkway

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Marvin Parkway

Turn right onto Lakeview Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lakeview Avenue

Turn left onto Newton Avenue

73 ft · 2 sec · Newton Avenue

Turn right onto Winsor Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Winsor Street

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · this road

Turn slight right onto Allen Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Allen Street

Continue on Maple Street

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Maple Street

Continue on West Virginia Boulevard

0.4 mi · 53 sec · West Virginia Boulevard

Turn right onto Glenview Avenue

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Glenview Avenue

Turn left onto Martin Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Martin Road

At end of road, turn left onto NY 60

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Foote Avenue

Turn right onto US 62

16 mi · 19 min · US 62

Turn right onto US 62

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West 4th Avenue

Turn left onto Hickory Street

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Hickory Street

Continue on Hickory Bridge

0.1 mi · 24 sec · Hickory Bridge

Turn left onto Crescent Park

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Crescent Park

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto US 6

1.8 mi · 3 min · Crescent Park

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

Continue on US 6

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Main Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 6

2.9 mi · 4 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 6

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

Continue on US 6

4.5 mi · 6 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway

Continue on US 6

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Take the exit

265 ft · 9 sec

Toward PA 666 West

Merge onto PA 666

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Main Street

Continue on PA 948

8.5 mi · 12 min · PA 948

At end of road, turn left onto PA 66

2.9 mi · 4 min · PA 66

Turn right onto PA 948

15 mi · 22 min · PA 948

Turn left onto PA 948

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Continue on US 219; PA 948

11 mi · 16 min · Boot Jack Road

Turn left onto PA 153

3.7 mi · 6 min · Penfield Road

Continue on PA 153

5.0 mi · 8 min · Hoovertown Road

Continue on PA 153

8.1 mi · 14 min · State Park Road

Turn left

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Merge onto I 80

246 mi · 4 hr 39 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 49 sec

Exit 47A Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark

Continue on I 280

16 mi · 20 min · Essex Freeway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 17A Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City

Merge onto CR 508

2.0 mi · 3 min · Newark-Jersey City Turnpike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 7

0.5 mi · 43 sec · New Wittpenn Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Turn straight

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Use the straight lane.

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct

Continue on NJ 139

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct

Continue on I 78

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78

1.9 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel

Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan

Take the exit

428 ft · 14 sec

Toward NY 9A

Turn slight left onto Laight Street

0.2 mi · 48 sec · Laight Street

Toward NY 9A

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Street

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

2.6 mi · 5 min

Exit 2 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn Use the left lane.

Continue on I 278

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Gowanus Expressway

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.

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.

Turn left onto NY 27

1.2 mi · 2 min · Caton Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on NY 27

1.4 mi · 3 min · Linden Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

NY 27

Trip Plan

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 188.1 miles from Gerry, NY, or about 4h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 246 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 83 miles or 2h 9m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 188.1 miles or 4h 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 188.1 miles or 4h 18m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Flatbush, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Gerry, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Gerry, NY

Aim for roughly 188 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into East Flatbush, NY

Aim for roughly 188 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Gerry, NY.

This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Keystone Shortway for about 246 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 188.1 mi from Gerry, NY · 4h 18m into the drive

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Corning, NY

188 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Corning, NY

Popular next leg

Corning, NY to East Flatbush, NY

256.3 mi · 4h 40m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Corning, NY

188 mi · about 4.1h in

A practical overnight split lands near Corning, NY after about 188 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Jamestown, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ithaca, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 188.1 miles from Gerry, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 246 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 188 miles or 4.1 hours on the road.

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.

On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach East Flatbush, NY with some flexibility left in the schedule.

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.

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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 363.2

View on nps.gov

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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 363.2

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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...

4 mi from route ~11 min detour Free near mile 363.2

View on nps.gov

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 ~10 min detour Free near mile 363.2

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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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 363.2

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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 ~12 min detour Free near mile 363.2

View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.24 one way

$122.49 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 132 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$66.37	$132.74
premium	$4.88	$72.32	$144.64
diesel	$5.64	$83.58	$167.16

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

$61

Tolls

$16

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$207–$317

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 131.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	112.9	1	$39.50	$18.06
Efficient EV	94.1	1	$32.92	$15.05
EV Truck/SUV	150.5	1	$52.67	$24.08

Gas CO2

132 kg

EV CO2

44 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 52 minutes ago

Origin

Gerry, NY

Afternoon in Gerry on Monday

Local time

12:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Chance Rain Showers

SW 13 to 20 mph 46% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:26AM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Destination

East Flatbush, NY

Afternoon in East Flatbush on Monday

Local time

12:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Partly Sunny

SW 13 to 18 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:26AM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

7 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

8h 10m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Gerry, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 376.2 miles and takes about 8h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Keystone Shortway, PA 948, Essex Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 188 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 188.1 miles from Gerry, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.24 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.

On the drive from Gerry, NY to East Flatbush, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.

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Trip from Gerry, NY to East Flatbush, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Overnight Options

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in East Flatbush, NY

National Parks Near This Route

African Burial Ground National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Gerry, NY

East Flatbush, NY

Same local time

7 degrees warmer at arrival

8h 10m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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