Origin
Warwick, NY
Evening in Warwick on Sunday
Local time
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warwick, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
66.9 mi
108 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warwick, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
Transitioning from the rural landscape of Warwick to the dense urban environment of Brooklyn covers approximately 69.8 miles of New York State. You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 53 minutes, making it a perfectly manageable day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of roughly $11, this is an economical way to bridge the gap between the Northeast's quieter outskirts and the bustling city center. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace. This trip is ideal for those who prefer navigating regional backroads over high-speed highway travel.
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
33.5 miles from Warwick, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 69.8-mile journey is defined by its turn-heavy, local road character rather than the monotony of an interstate grind. Since the highway share is 0%, your steering wheel will see plenty of action as you navigate away from the countryside and toward the city. You won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of open road, so expect a constant change in scenery and driving conditions. The lack of highway transit means the drive is technical and requires your full attention from start to finish. It is a hands-on driving experience that contrasts sharply with typical high-speed transit routes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 3 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 3 and Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 66.9 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 38.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
38.1 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 46 East: Clifton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward US 46 East: Clifton
8
55.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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
60.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m 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
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
|
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
64.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
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
Between Warwick, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Clifton, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
Clifton
38 mi in
|
~53m
Jersey City
55.5 mi in
|
~1h 13m
|
via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
55.5 mi in
|
~1h 13m
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via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
55.6 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Manhattan
57.2 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via I 78
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 3 | 10.9 mi | 12m |
| Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| CR 515 | 8.4 mi | 14m |
| NJ 23 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Newfoundland Road | 5 mi | 6m |
| Vernon Warwick Road | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 94 | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| US 46 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 3
— 10.9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warwick, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on NY 17A; NY 94
41 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on NY 17A; NY 94
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
3
Continue on NY 94
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 94
4
Continue on NJ 94
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Vernon Warwick Road
5
Continue on CR 515
8.4 mi
·
14 min
·
CR 515
6
Turn left onto NJ 23
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Newfoundland Road
7
Continue on NJ 23
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
8
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 23
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
297 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 46 East: Clifton
Use the none lane.
11
Merge onto US 46
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
US 46
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on US 46
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 46
Use the none lane.
13
Turn slight left onto NJ 3
11 mi
·
12 min
·
NJ 3
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
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
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
18
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
21
Take the exit
428 ft
·
14 sec
Toward NY 9A
22
Turn slight left onto Laight Street
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Laight Street
Toward NY 9A
23
At end of road, turn left onto NY 9A
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Take the exit
2.6 mi
·
5 min
Exit 2
Toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
Use the left lane.
25
Continue on I 278
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
26
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.
27
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.
28
Turn left onto NY 27
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Caton Avenue
Use the none lane.
29
Continue on NY 27
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
30
Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Nostrand Avenue
31
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 53 minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always wise when heading into Brooklyn. Because this is a non-highway route, plan for a steady, consistent pace rather than trying to make up time on open stretches. Budgeting $11 for fuel is a good baseline, but keep an eye on your tank before leaving Warwick, as local road driving can be less fuel-efficient than consistent highway cruising. Since there are no designated stops on this 69.8-mile trek, make sure to handle any necessary errands or rest breaks before you leave your starting point. Use your navigation system's local road settings to ensure you stay on the most direct path through the winding turns.
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 33.5 miles from Warwick, NY, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 66.9 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.5 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
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 Warwick, 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 Warwick, NY
This is one driving day of about 66.9 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Warwick, 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 3 for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.5 mi from Warwick, NY · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Warwick, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.89 one way
$21.78 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $11.80 | $23.60 |
| premium | $4.88 | $12.86 | $25.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.86 | $29.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.69
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
(9.8 mi)
$0.69
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
$11
Tolls
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.02 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Brooklyn, NY
Evening in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
5:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
33 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.
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
1 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 38m 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 Warwick, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 66.9 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 3, Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike, CR 515. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.5 miles from Warwick, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.89 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 17 significant decision points across 66.9 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 38.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Warwick, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Clifton, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
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