Origin
Holcomb, NY
Late night in Holcomb on Friday
Local time
1:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Holcomb, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
6h 46m
Distance
300.7 mi
484 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 34m
★
6 AM
6h 46m
8 AM
7h 10m
10 AM
6h 54m
12 PM
6h 52m
3 PM
6h 55m
5 PM
7h 8m
8 PM
6h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holcomb, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
East Flatbush, NY
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Trip Overview
This 300.7-mile journey from Holcomb, NY, to East Flatbush, NY, is estimated to take about 6 hours and 46 minutes of driving time. It's a feasible one-day trip, though you might appreciate the flexibility of breaking it up if you prefer a more relaxed pace. Expect a fuel cost of around $50 for this drive. You'll spend about 55% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing I-81 and I-380, with a significant portion of the trip on the Keystone Shortway. This drive offers a practical route through the Northeast region, connecting two points within 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
150.4 miles from Holcomb, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 27m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 46m. Total distance: 300.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 46m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This route presents a "turn-heavy local drive" profile, indicating a dynamic driving experience that balances highway cruising with more intricate local roads. While 55% of the trip utilizes major highways like I-81 and I-380, the overall character suggests frequent transitions. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 73.5 miles on I-81, offering a period of steady progress before the route likely becomes more involved with local turns and adjustments. This mix means you’ll need to stay engaged, transitioning from faster highway speeds to navigating potentially more complex road segments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 64 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 73.5 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 122.5 miles in near I 81.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 37 significant decision points across 300.7 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 122.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 288 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 37 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
122.5 mi into trip
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~2h 54m in
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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
175.9 mi into trip
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~3h 58m in
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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
288 mi into trip
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~6h 17m 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
288.2 mi into trip
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~6h 18m 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
293.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 30m 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.
Between Holcomb, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Newark and Cr 508 East: Jersey City.
Mt Pocono
175.9 mi in
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~3h 58m
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via US 6
Milford
176.7 mi in
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~3h 59m
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via I 84; I 380
Newark
268.3 mi in
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~5h 50m
Cr 508 East: Jersey City
284.8 mi in
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~6h 11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 73.5 mi | 1h 28m |
| Keystone Shortway | 63.3 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 96A | 17.1 mi | 23m |
| Routes 5 and 20 | 16.6 mi | 25m |
| Essex Freeway | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| State Highway 79 | 15.2 mi | 17m |
| Slaterville Road | 11.1 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 73.5 mi, about 1h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holcomb, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on East Main Street
48 ft
·
7 sec
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East Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 444
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Maple Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5; NY 64
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Routes 5 and 20
4
Turn right onto US 20; NY 5
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Buffalo Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 20; NY 5
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Eastern Boulevard
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on US 20; NY 5
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Routes 5 and 20
7
Continue on US 20; NY 5
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Canandaigua Road
8
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Hamilton Street
9
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Front Drive
10
Continue on US 20; NY 5
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Waterloo-Geneva Road
11
Turn right onto NY 96A
10 mi
·
14 min
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State Highway 96A
12
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 96A
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 96A
13
Continue on NY 96A
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
North Street
14
Continue on NY 96
485 ft
·
13 sec
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North Town Line Road
15
Continue on NY 96
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 96
16
Turn left onto Center Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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Center Road
17
Turn right onto NY 89
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 89
18
Turn right onto CR 141
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 141
19
Continue on CR 141A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Powell Road
20
Turn left onto NY 96
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 96
21
Continue on NY 96
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Trumansburg Road
22
Continue on NY 96
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
23
Continue on NY 96
8.7 mi
·
12 min
·
Trumansburg Road
24
Continue on NY 96
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cliff Street
25
Continue on NY 96
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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West Buffalo Street
26
Turn right onto Taughannock Boulevard
523 ft
·
24 sec
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Taughannock Boulevard
27
Turn left onto NY 79
510 ft
·
11 sec
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West State Street
28
Turn right onto NY 13; NY 34; NY 96; NY 79
345 ft
·
12 sec
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South Fulton Street
Use the right lane.
29
Turn left onto NY 79
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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West Green Street
Use the slight left lane.
30
Continue on NY 79
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Street
31
Continue on NY 79
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Slaterville Road
32
Continue on NY 79
15 mi
·
17 min
·
State Highway 79
33
Continue on NY 79
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Main Street
34
Turn right onto NY 26
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
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NY 26
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 81 South
36
Merge onto I 81
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 81
37
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.
38
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.
39
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.
40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
41
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
42
Merge onto I 80
63 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
43
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
44
Continue on I 280
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Essex Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
45
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17A
Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
46
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
49
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
50
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight lane.
51
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
52
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
53
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
54
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
55
Take the exit
428 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NY 9A
56
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
57
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
58
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Use the left lane.
59
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
60
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.
61
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.
62
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
63
Continue on NY 27
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the left lane.
64
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
For this approximately 6-hour and 46-minute drive, starting early in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic delays as you approach East Flatbush. With only one recommended stop, you have ample flexibility to choose your timing for fuel and rest. The longest stretch without a break is 73.5 miles on I-81, so plan your needs accordingly. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, staying attentive to navigation, especially as you get closer to your destination, will be key to a smooth arrival. The estimated fuel cost of $50 is a good starting point for budgeting.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 150.4 miles from Holcomb, NY, or about 3h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.5 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 66 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.4 miles or 3h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Flatbush, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Holcomb, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Holcomb, NY
This is one driving day of about 300.7 miles and 6h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Holcomb, 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 I 81 for about 73.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150.4 mi from Holcomb, NY · 3h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 150.4 miles from Holcomb, 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 73.5 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.50 one way
$98.99 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $53.52 | $107.04 |
| premium | $4.92 | $58.28 | $116.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.39 | $132.78 |
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
$50
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.2 | 1 | $31.57 | $14.43 |
| Efficient EV | 75.2 | 0 | $26.31 | $12.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.3 | 1 | $42.10 | $19.24 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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
East Flatbush, NY
Late night in East Flatbush on Friday
Local time
1:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
S 12 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 3:25PM EDT until April 14 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 3:13PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
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
40 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
6h 46m 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 Holcomb, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 300.7 miles and takes about 6h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, I 380. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 150.4 miles from Holcomb, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.50 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 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 37 significant decision points across 300.7 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 122.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 288 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Holcomb, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, Newark and Cr 508 East: Jersey City.
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