Origin
Lakewood, NY
Afternoon in Lakewood on Sunday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakewood, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Drive Time
8h 10m
Distance
373.9 mi
602 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 2m
★
6 AM
8h 10m
8 AM
8h 26m
10 AM
8h 16m
12 PM
8h 14m
3 PM
8h 16m
5 PM
8h 25m
8 PM
8h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakewood, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
East Flatbush, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Lakewood to East Flatbush covers 373.9 miles, a journey that typically takes about 8 hours and 10 minutes behind the wheel. Given the length and the nature of the terrain, planning for a two-day trip is highly recommended to keep the pace manageable. You should budget approximately $61 for fuel to cover the distance across the Northeast region. While it is technically possible to push through in one go, splitting the drive into two days allows you to navigate the turns more comfortably. This route functions best when you view it as a multi-day commitment rather than a quick sprint.
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
187 miles from Lakewood, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With only 13% of the journey spent on highways, the experience is defined by local roads that wind through the landscape. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating secondary routes, with the longest uninterrupted stretch occurring on the 246-mile Keystone Shortway. As you transition between the Keystone Shortway, PA 948, and the Essex Freeway, the road personality shifts from steady highway travel to more technical, localized maneuvering. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires frequent adjustments and active engagement.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 55 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.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,116 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
3,804 ft
Total Descent
5,101 ft
Highest Point
2,116 ft
~103.7 mi in
Elevation Range
2,110 ft
Notable High Points
1,767 ft at ~190.1 miles
+752 ft prominence
1,860 ft at ~293.8 miles
+536 ft prominence
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 361.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 373.9 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 361.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 361.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 366.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 30 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
361.1 mi into trip
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~7h 41m 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
361.4 mi into trip
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~7h 42m 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
366.4 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
7
369.5 mi into trip
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~8h in
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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
7
371 mi into trip
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~8h 2m in
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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 Lakewood, NY to East Flatbush, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.
Newark
341.5 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 |
| Jackson Run Road | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| Boot Jack Road | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| State Park Road | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Hoovertown Road | 5 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 246 mi, about 4h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on West Summit Street
0.9 mi
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3 min
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West Summit Street
2
Continue on CR 69
2.6 mi
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3 min
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Big Tree Road
3
Continue on CR 69
3.9 mi
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6 min
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Big Tree-Sugar Grove Road
4
Continue on CR 69
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Big Tree Road
5
Continue on PA 69
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Forrest Street
6
Turn right onto PA 69; PA 957
403 ft
·
12 sec
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Main Street
7
Turn left onto PA 69
0.3 mi
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36 sec
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Mechanic Street
8
Continue on PA 69
3.6 mi
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5 min
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Jackson Run Road
9
Continue on PA 69
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Main Street
10
Continue on PA 69
8.8 mi
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12 min
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Jackson Run Road
11
Turn right onto US 62
2.1 mi
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2 min
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Market Street
12
Turn right onto US 62
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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West 4th Avenue
13
Turn left onto Hickory Street
0.2 mi
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23 sec
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Hickory Street
14
Continue on Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi
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24 sec
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Hickory Bridge
15
Turn left onto Crescent Park
0.4 mi
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57 sec
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Crescent Park
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto US 6
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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Crescent Park
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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Main Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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North Main Street
20
Continue on US 6
4.5 mi
·
6 min
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Grand Army of the Republic Highway
21
Continue on US 6
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
22
Take the exit
265 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA 666 West
23
Merge onto PA 666
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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South Main Street
24
Continue on PA 948
8.5 mi
·
12 min
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PA 948
25
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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PA 66
26
Turn right onto PA 948
15 mi
·
22 min
·
PA 948
27
Turn left onto PA 948
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
28
Continue on US 219; PA 948
11 mi
·
16 min
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Boot Jack Road
29
Turn left onto PA 153
3.7 mi
·
6 min
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Penfield Road
30
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi
·
8 min
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Hoovertown Road
31
Continue on PA 153
8.1 mi
·
14 min
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State Park Road
32
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
33
Merge onto I 80
246 mi
·
4 hr 39 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none lane.
34
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
35
Continue on I 280
16 mi
·
20 min
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Essex Freeway
Use the none lane.
36
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17A
Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
37
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the none lane.
38
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
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New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
40
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
41
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight lane.
42
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
43
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
Use the none lane.
44
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
45
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
46
Take the exit
428 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NY 9A
47
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
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Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
48
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
49
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Use the left lane.
50
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
51
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.
52
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.
53
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Avenue
Use the none lane.
54
Continue on NY 27
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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Linden Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
55
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 373.9-mile trek, plan for at least two strategic stops to break up the technical driving. Since the route relies heavily on local roads, leaving early in the morning helps you avoid potential congestion and allows you to reach your stopping point before dark. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 246-mile stretch on the Keystone Shortway, as local road variations can impact your consumption. A smart strategy is to divide the 8-hour and 10-minute duration into two manageable legs, ensuring you arrive in East Flatbush refreshed. Prioritizing these breaks will make the turn-heavy sections feel significantly less taxing.
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 187 miles from Lakewood, 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 82 miles or 2h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 187 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 187 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 42m
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 Lakewood, 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.
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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 Lakewood, NY
Aim for roughly 187 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into East Flatbush, NY
Aim for roughly 187 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Lakewood, 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 187 mi from Lakewood, NY · 4h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
187 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 Union, NYOvernight Options
Night 1
187 mi · about 4.1h in
A practical overnight split lands near Union, NY after about 187 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 187 miles from Lakewood, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Keystone Shortway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 246 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 187 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$60.87 one way
$121.74 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
131 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $65.96 | $131.92 |
| premium | $4.88 | $71.88 | $143.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $83.07 | $166.14 |
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: 130.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 112.2 | 1 | $39.26 | $17.95 |
| Efficient EV | 93.5 | 1 | $32.72 | $14.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 149.6 | 1 | $52.35 | $23.93 |
Gas CO2
131 kg
EV CO2
44 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in East Flatbush on Sunday
Local time
3:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Union, NY
187 mi in
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
6 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 Lakewood, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 373.9 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 187 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 187 miles from Lakewood, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.87 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 30 significant decision points across 373.9 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 361.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 361.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 366.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Lakewood, NY to East Flatbush, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. The route ranges from 6 ft to 2,116 ft elevation with about 3,804 ft of total climbing. There are 2 notable high points along the way.
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