Origin
Mayville, NY
Afternoon in Mayville on Sunday
Local time
3:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mayville, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
8h 25m
Distance
388.6 mi
625 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$63
one way
Mayville, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
Spanning 417.4 miles across New York State, this journey from Mayville to Brooklyn typically takes about 7 hours and 9 minutes. While you could technically complete this trip in a single long day, the duration makes it a significant commitment for one driver. You will navigate a mix of routes including West Lake Road, the Southern Tier Expressway, and NY 60 as you transition from the western part of the state toward the coast. Budgeting approximately $66 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the expense of the trek. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, expect to stay engaged with the road rather than settling into an effortless cruise. This trip is best suited for those who prefer the flexibility of driving through the Northeast at their own pace.
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
194.3 miles from Mayville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a hands-on experience behind the wheel, as this 417.4-mile path is defined by its turn-heavy local nature rather than a monotonous interstate grind. You will navigate a variety of surfaces, relying on local roads like West Lake Road and NY 60 instead of relying solely on major freeways. Since the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a drive that requires constant attention to navigation and changing speed limits. The road demands focus as you transition from the landscape around Mayville toward the urban density of Brooklyn. Because of the technical nature of these local roads, the drive feels less like a fast-paced sprint and more like a deliberate, winding transit across the state.
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.
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 376.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 41 significant decision points across 388.6 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 376.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 376.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 382 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 41 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
376.7 mi into trip
|
~8h 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
376.9 mi into trip
|
~8h 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
382 mi into trip
|
~8h 12m 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
385.1 mi into trip
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~8h 18m 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
386.6 mi into trip
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~8h 20m 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 Mayville, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.
Newark
357 mi in
|
~7h 32m
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 |
| Southern Tier Expressway | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| State Park Road | 8.1 mi | 14m |
| West Lake Road | 7.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
Keystone Shortway
— 246 mi, about 4h 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mayville, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on NY 394
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
South Erie Street
2
Continue on NY 394
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Lake Road
3
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 394
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
West Lake Road
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
5
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
8.7 mi
·
10 min
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Southern Tier Expressway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 12
Toward NY 60: Jamestown
7
Turn right onto NY 60
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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North Main Street
8
Turn left onto Marvin Parkway
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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Marvin Parkway
9
Turn right onto Lakeview Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lakeview Avenue
10
Turn left onto Newton Avenue
73 ft
·
2 sec
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Newton Avenue
11
Turn right onto Winsor Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Winsor Street
12
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
this road
13
Turn slight right onto Allen Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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Allen Street
14
Continue on Maple Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
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Maple Street
15
Continue on West Virginia Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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West Virginia Boulevard
16
Turn right onto Glenview Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Glenview Avenue
17
Turn left onto Martin Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Martin Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto NY 60
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Foote Avenue
19
Turn right onto US 62
16 mi
·
19 min
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US 62
20
Turn right onto US 62
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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West 4th Avenue
21
Turn left onto Hickory Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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Hickory Street
22
Continue on Hickory Bridge
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Hickory Bridge
23
Turn left onto Crescent Park
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Crescent Park
Use the left lane.
24
Turn left onto US 6
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Crescent Park
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on US 6
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
26
Continue on US 6
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Use the straight lane.
27
Continue on US 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
28
Continue on US 6
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
29
Continue on US 6
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
30
Take the exit
265 ft
·
9 sec
Toward PA 666 West
31
Merge onto PA 666
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Main Street
32
Continue on PA 948
8.5 mi
·
12 min
·
PA 948
33
At end of road, turn left onto PA 66
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
PA 66
34
Turn right onto PA 948
15 mi
·
22 min
·
PA 948
35
Turn left onto PA 948
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
36
Continue on US 219; PA 948
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Boot Jack Road
37
Turn left onto PA 153
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Penfield Road
38
Continue on PA 153
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Hoovertown Road
39
Continue on PA 153
8.1 mi
·
14 min
·
State Park Road
40
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
41
Merge onto I 80
246 mi
·
4 hr 39 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none lane.
42
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 47A
Toward I 280 East: The Oranges, Newark
43
Continue on I 280
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Essex Freeway
Use the none lane.
44
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17A
Toward CR 508 East: Jersey City
45
Merge onto CR 508
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Newark-Jersey City Turnpike
Use the none lane.
46
Continue on NJ 7
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
New Wittpenn Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward NJ 139 East: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the slight right lane.
48
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Holland Tunnel, Lincoln Tunnel
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
49
Turn straight
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight lane.
50
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
51
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
Use the none lane.
52
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
53
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
54
Take the exit
428 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NY 9A
55
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
56
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
57
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Use the left lane.
58
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
59
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.
60
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.
61
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Avenue
Use the none lane.
62
Continue on NY 27
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
63
Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Nostrand Avenue
64
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
To tackle this 7-hour and 9-minute route effectively, plan for at least two intentional stops to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Given the turn-heavy profile of the roads, departing early in the morning is your best bet to ensure you are navigating the more complex sections during daylight hours. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $66 estimated cost assumes consistent progress; local roads often feature more stop-and-go traffic than typical highways. Since you are moving toward a high-traffic destination, factor in extra time for your arrival in Brooklyn to account for regional congestion. Prioritize hydration and consistent breaks to manage the fatigue that comes with a full day of driving on non-highway routes.
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 194.3 miles from Mayville, NY, or about 4h 27m 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 85 miles or 2h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 194.3 miles or 4h 27m 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 194.3 miles or 4h 27m
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 7h
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 Mayville, 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 Mayville, NY
Aim for roughly 194 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Brooklyn, NY
Aim for roughly 194 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Mayville, 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 194.3 mi from Mayville, NY · 4h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
194 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, NYOvernight Options
Night 1
194 mi · about 4.2h in
A practical overnight split lands near Corning, NY after about 194 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 194.3 miles from Mayville, 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 194 miles or 4.2 hours on the road.
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.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Brooklyn, 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
$63.26 one way
$126.52 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
136 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $68.56 | $137.11 |
| premium | $4.88 | $74.71 | $149.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $86.33 | $172.67 |
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
$63
Tolls
$16
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$209–$319
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 136 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 116.6 | 1 | $40.80 | $18.65 |
| Efficient EV | 97.2 | 1 | $34.00 | $15.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 155.4 | 1 | $54.40 | $24.87 |
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
45 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
Brooklyn, NY
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
3:18 PM
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.
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 25m 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 Mayville, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 388.6 miles and takes about 8h 25m 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 194 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 194.3 miles from Mayville, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $63.26 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 41 significant decision points across 388.6 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 376.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 376.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 382 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Mayville, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Newark along the way.
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