Trip from Monsey, NY to Borough Park, NY

Drive Time

1h 6m

Distance

43.1 mi

69 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 1m ★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m

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

Downtown Monsey, NY, NY

Monsey, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Downtown Borough Park, NY, NY

Borough Park, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Monsey, NY, to Borough Park, NY, covers a distance of 43.1 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes. This straightforward, highway-focused trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight arrangements. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the route is cost-effective for commuters or weekend travelers alike. You will navigate through the Northeast corridor, transitioning from the suburban environment of Monsey toward the dense urban landscape of Brooklyn. Since this is a relatively short drive, it offers significant flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to complete the journey in one go without the need for planned stops.

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

21.6 miles from Monsey, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip dominated by infrastructure, with highways accounting for 66% of your total travel time. Your route relies heavily on NJ 17, the Garden State Parkway Connector, and NJ 3 to bridge the gap between your starting point and destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 9.3-mile segment on NJ 17, which provides the most consistent flow before you transition to other major roads. Because of the heavy highway focus, this drive functions primarily as a functional commute rather than a leisurely scenic tour. You should prepare for the steady pace characteristic of high-traffic Northeast corridors as you move through these interconnected transit arteries.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 34 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 9.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and Garden State Parkway Connector. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 43.1 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 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 25 key points

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

8
3.1 mi into trip | ~5m in

Take the exit toward Garden State Parkway, New Jersey

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 14A Toward Garden State Parkway, New Jersey
8
15 mi into trip | ~20m in

Take the exit toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington Bridge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 163 Toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington...
8
32.2 mi into trip | ~42m in

Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
8
36.9 mi into trip | ~53m 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
8
41 mi into trip | ~1h in | NY 27 Truck

Take the exit onto NY 27 Truck toward NY 27 East TRUCK: 10th Avenue, 11th Avenue, Jewish Children's Museum, Brooklyn Children's Museum

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 4 Toward NY 27 East TRUCK: 10th Avenue, 11th Aven...

Towns Along This Route

Between Monsey, NY and Borough Park, NY, road signs point toward New Jersey, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken, Manhattan and Brooklyn.

New Jersey

3.1 mi in | ~5m

Jersey City

32.1 mi in | ~41m | via US 1; US 9

Pulaski Skyway

32.1 mi in | ~41m | via US 1; US 9

Hoboken

32.2 mi in | ~42m

Manhattan

33.8 mi in | ~45m | via I 78

Brooklyn

36.9 mi in | ~53m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NJ 17 9.3 mi 11m
Garden State Parkway Connector 8.1 mi 9m
NJ 3 4.2 mi 4m
Garden State Parkway 2.8 mi 3m
Tonnelle Avenue 2.6 mi 3m
Holland Tunnel 1.9 mi 4m
State Highway 59 1.1 mi 1m
East Central Avenue 1.1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: NJ 17 — 9.3 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Monsey, NY and Borough Park, NY.

1

Start on this road

282 ft · 26 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn left onto NY 306

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Main Street
3

Turn left onto NY 59

1.1 mi · 1 min · State Highway 59
Use the left lane.
4

Continue on NY 59

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Central Avenue
Use the none lane.
5

Take the ramp onto Forman Road

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Forman Road
6

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 29 sec · this road
Toward I 87 North, I 287 West: New York State Thruway North
7

Merge onto I 87; I 287

0.3 mi · 20 sec · New York State Thruway
8

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 14A Toward Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on Garden State Parkway Connector

8.1 mi · 9 min · Garden State Parkway Connector
Use the none / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto GSP

2.8 mi · 3 min · Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
11

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 163 Toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington Bridge Use the slight right lane.
12

Merge onto NJ 17

9.3 mi · 11 min · NJ 17
Use the none lane.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
14

Merge onto NJ 3

4.2 mi · 4 min · NJ 3
Use the none lane.
15

Continue on US 1; US 9

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel Use the left lane.
18

Merge onto NJ 139

0.7 mi · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
19

Continue on NJ 139

0.4 mi · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
Use the none lane.
20

Continue on I 78

0.3 mi · 54 sec · 12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Keep slight left at fork onto I 78

1.9 mi · 4 min · Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
22

Take the exit

428 ft · 14 sec
Toward NY 9A
23

Turn slight left onto Laight Street

0.2 mi · 48 sec · Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
24

At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Street
Use the straight lane.
25

Take the exit

2.6 mi · 5 min
Exit 2 Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn Use the left lane.
26

Continue on I 278

0.6 mi · 50 sec · Gowanus Expressway
27

Take the exit onto NY 27

1.0 mi · 1 min · NY 27
Exit 24 Toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway Use the slight left / straight lanes.
28

Take the exit onto NY 27 Truck

0.2 mi · 27 sec · NY 27 Truck
Exit 4 Toward NY 27 East TRUCK: 10th Avenue, 11th Avenue, Jewish Children's Museum, Brooklyn Children's Museum Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Turn right onto NY 27 Truck

262 ft · 11 sec · 10th Avenue
Use the right lane.
30

Turn left onto NY 27 Truck

0.5 mi · 53 sec · McDonald Avenue
Use the none / slight left / right lanes.
31

Turn right onto Fort Hamilton Parkway

0.9 mi · 1 min · Fort Hamilton Parkway
Use the right lane.
32

Turn left onto New Utrecht Avenue

0.3 mi · 59 sec · New Utrecht Avenue
Use the left lane.
33

Turn slight right onto 12th Avenue

0.2 mi · 46 sec · 12th Avenue
34

Arrive at destination

12th Avenue

Trip Plan

To ensure the smoothest experience, plan your departure around local traffic patterns, as the heavy reliance on major highways can lead to congestion during peak hours. Since the trip is only 43.1 miles, you have the advantage of being able to leave whenever it best suits your personal timeline without the pressure of needing multiple rest breaks. Keep your fuel gauge in check before heading out, as the $7 estimated cost is based on standard highway consumption. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage when transitioning from NJ 17 to the Garden State Parkway Connector, as these interchanges require quick navigation. Maintaining a steady speed during your 9.3-mile stretch on NJ 17 will help you manage your fuel efficiency effectively throughout the journey.

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 21.6 miles from Monsey, NY, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 43.1 miles or 1h 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 21.6 miles or 29m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 52m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Monsey, 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 Monsey, NY

This is one driving day of about 43.1 miles and 1h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Monsey, 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 9.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.6 mi from Monsey, NY · 29m into the drive

Downtown New York City, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New York City, NY

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

Brooklyn, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 43.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New York City, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Monsey, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Borough Park, NY

The final approach into Borough Park, 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 Borough Park, 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

$7.02 one way

$14.03 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $7.60 $15.21
premium $4.88 $8.29 $16.57
diesel $5.64 $9.58 $19.15

Estimated Tolls: $16.67

Holland Tunnel $16.00
Garden State Parkway (11 mi) $0.66
New York State Thruway (0.3 mi) $0.01

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

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 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 12.9 0 $4.53 $2.07
Efficient EV 10.8 0 $3.77 $1.72
EV Truck/SUV 17.2 0 $6.03 $2.76

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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Monsey, NY

Evening in Monsey on Sunday

Local time

5:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Borough Park, NY

Evening in Borough Park on Sunday

Local time

5:08 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

2 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

1h 6m 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 Monsey, NY to Borough Park, NY covers 43.1 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 17, Garden State Parkway Connector, NJ 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Monsey, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.02 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 43.1 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 3.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Monsey, NY and Borough Park, NY, road signs point toward New Jersey, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken, Manhattan and Brooklyn.

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