Origin
Gravesend, NY
Evening in Gravesend on Sunday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gravesend, NY to Suffern, NY
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
43.8 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gravesend, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Spanning 43.8 miles, this direct route from Gravesend to Suffern is a manageable trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes to complete. Because the duration is quite short, you can easily handle this as a one-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You will traverse the Northeast region, primarily utilizing Coney Island Avenue, NJ 3, and NJ 17 to navigate between these two New York locations. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that works well for those looking to reach their destination efficiently rather than taking a scenic detour.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.9 miles from Gravesend, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip that is 69% highway-focused, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 19.1 miles along NJ 17. The transition from local streets like Coney Island Avenue onto major arteries like NJ 3 defines the character of this drive, shifting from urban density to faster highway speeds. While the route lacks the complexity of mountain passes or rural switchbacks, the consistency of the highway sections makes for a predictable experience. Behind the wheel, you can anticipate a functional, steady drive that moves you smoothly from the Gravesend area toward the Suffern transition.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and NJ 3. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.7 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 25 significant decision points across 43.8 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 5.7 miles (NY 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
5.7 mi into trip
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~11m 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
6.5 mi into trip
|
~12m 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
8.8 mi into trip
|
~17m 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
10.2 mi into trip
|
~21m 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
9
40.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
Towns Along This Route
Between Gravesend, NY and Suffern, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, Manhattan, New Jersey, Jersey City and Franklin Turnpike.
Bronx
5.7 mi in
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~11m
|
via NY 27
Manhattan
6.5 mi in
|
~12m
New Jersey
10.2 mi in
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~21m
Jersey City
12.4 mi in
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~26m
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via NJ 139
Franklin Turnpike
40 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 17 | 19.1 mi | 23m |
| NJ 3 | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Coney Island Avenue | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Franklin Turnpike | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Prospect Expressway | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Street | 1.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 17
— 19.1 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gravesend, NY and Suffern, NY.
1
Start on Ocean Parkway
99 ft
·
8 sec
·
Ocean Parkway
2
Turn right onto Avenue U
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Avenue U
3
Turn left onto Coney Island Avenue
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Coney Island Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto NY 27
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Church Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto NY 27
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Prospect Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
NY 27
Toward I 278 East: Queens, Bronx
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 278
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
8
Keep slight left at fork
2.3 mi
·
4 min
Exit 25
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Manhattan
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
West Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto Vestry Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Vestry Street
12
Turn left onto Hudson Street
374 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hudson Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Take the exit
406 ft
·
14 sec
Toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Merge onto I 78
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Holland Tunnel
15
Continue on I 78
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 139
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
14th Street Viaduct
Toward NJ 139 West: Pulaski Skyway, Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on NJ 139
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 139 Lower Level
18
Continue on NJ 139
406 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pulaski Skyway
19
Take the exit
420 ft
·
14 sec
Toward US 1-9 North: Secausus
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto US 1; US 9
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto NJ 3
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 3
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
25
Continue on NJ 17
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on NJ 17
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
27
Continue on NJ 17
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
28
Continue on NJ 17
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
29
Take the exit
474 ft
·
13 sec
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
30
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
this road
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
31
Keep slight right at fork
428 ft
·
11 sec
Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
32
Turn straight onto CR 507
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Franklin Turnpike
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Turn sharp right onto NY 59
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lafayette Avenue
34
Turn slight right onto Washington Avenue
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
Washington Avenue
35
Arrive at destination
Washington Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns to ensure you stay within the 1-hour and 8-minute estimate. You will not need to schedule formal stops given the short distance, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto NJ 17 is a smart move. Because the route relies heavily on major roads, be prepared for potential congestion during typical rush hours. Taking advantage of the trip’s simplicity allows you to focus on the road ahead rather than complex navigation. Remember that with zero planned stops, you have the freedom to drive straight through, making this a highly efficient transit between your starting point and Suffern.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 21.9 miles from Gravesend, NY, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.1 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 43.8 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.9 miles or 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Suffern, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gravesend, 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 Gravesend, NY
This is one driving day of about 43.8 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gravesend, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on NJ 17 for about 19.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.9 mi from Gravesend, NY · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.9 miles from Gravesend, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Suffern, NY
The final approach into Suffern, 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 Suffern, 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
$7.13 one way
$14.26 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $7.73 | $15.45 |
| premium | $4.88 | $8.42 | $16.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.73 | $19.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.23
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Franklin Turnpike
(3.3 mi)
$0.23
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
$7
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.83 | $1.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Suffern, NY
Evening in Suffern on Sunday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 8m 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 Gravesend, NY to Suffern, NY covers 43.8 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 17, NJ 3, Coney Island Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.9 miles from Gravesend, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 43.8 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 5.7 miles (NY 27): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Gravesend, NY and Suffern, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, Manhattan, New Jersey, Jersey City and Franklin Turnpike.
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