How far is Dobbs Ferry, NY from Brooklyn, NY?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Dobbs Ferry, New York, to Brooklyn, New York. The distance is approximately 30.3 miles (48.7 kilometers). Follow these directions to reach your destination:
Directions
- 🚗 Take I-87 S in Ardsley from Ashford Ave and Saw Mill River Rd.
- 🛣️ Continue straight onto Ashford Ave, then turn right onto Saw Mill River Rd.
- 🛣️ Turn left to merge onto I-87 S (toll road).
- 🚗 Continue on I-87 S, then take I-278 W towards Williamsburg St W in Brooklyn, New York.
- 🛣️ Use the right 2 lanes to take the I-278 W/Triboro Br exit toward Manhattan/Queens (toll road).
- 🛣️ Take the I-278 W exit toward Brooklyn/Staten Island and then take exit 31-Exit 31 for Wythe Ave/Kent Ave.
- 🚗 Merge onto Williamsburg St W, turn left onto Flushing Ave, and then right onto Nostrand Ave. Pass by Key Food Supermarket (on the left in 1 mi).
- 🛣️ Finally, turn left onto Herkimer St and then right onto Brooklyn Ave to reach your destination.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚘 Make sure your vehicle is in good condition before starting the trip.
- ⛽ It's a good idea to have a full tank of gas for the journey.
- 📱 Use navigation apps like Google Maps to check for real-time traffic updates.
- ☕ Take a short break during the journey to stretch your legs and grab some refreshments.
- 🕰️ Consider the time of day to avoid rush hours and heavy traffic.
- 💳 Be prepared for toll roads along the route and have some cash or electronic payment ready.
- 🧭 Familiarize yourself with the route beforehand to have a smoother drive.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The most densely populated borough of New York City.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dobbs Ferry and Brooklyn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dobbs Ferry and Brooklyn.
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Start on the route
16 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto Oak Street
25 m · 9 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto Broadway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Broadway
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Turn slight left onto Farragut Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Farragut Avenue
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5
Turn straight onto Farragut Parkway
2335 ft · 49 sec · Farragut Parkway
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Turn right onto Saw Mill River Parkway
5.2 mi · 7 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
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Continue on Henry Hudson Parkway
1917 ft · 33 sec · Henry Hudson Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Mosholu Parkway
1.4 km · 1 min · Mosholu Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
1328 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Major Deegan Expressway
6.8 mi · 10 min · Major Deegan Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queens
1846 ft · 50 sec
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Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
2.3 mi · 4 min · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
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Continue on Grand Central Parkway
1.3 km · 2 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
5.7 mi · 9 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
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Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
1.2 km · 1 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Wythe Avenue, Kent Avenue
745 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Williamsburg Street West
1477 ft · 59 sec · Williamsburg Street West
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Turn right onto Flushing Avenue
1375 ft · 35 sec · Flushing Avenue
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Turn left onto Washington Avenue
2.4 mi · 6 min · Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto Empire Boulevard
126 m · 19 sec · Empire Boulevard
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Turn left onto Flatbush Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Flatbush Avenue
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Turn left onto Caton Avenue
955 ft · 13 sec · Caton Avenue
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Continue on Linden Boulevard
1856 ft · 32 sec · Linden Boulevard
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Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue
927 ft · 35 sec · Nostrand Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nostrand Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dobbs Ferry and Brooklyn.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Major Deegan Expressway
Merge slight left onto Major Deegan Expressway
6.8 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Dobbs Ferry and Partly Sunny near Brooklyn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dobbs Ferry to Brooklyn?
The road trip is about 30.9 miles (49.7 km) and usually takes 01h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Manhattan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.4 miles from Dobbs Ferry and 15.4 miles from Brooklyn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.5 miles (41 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.37 one way or $8.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Dobbs Ferry and Partly Sunny near Brooklyn.
Stop Ideas Near Manhattan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Manhattan.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dobbs Ferry and Brooklyn. Straight-line distance: 25.5 mi (41.04 km).
#1 Dobbs Ferry
Village in New York
| Population | 10,919 |
| Coordinates | 41.0145400, -73.8726400 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brooklyn
A borough of New York City.
| Population | 2,577,000 |
| Coordinates | 40.6501000, -73.9495800 |
| Altitude | 15 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nostrand Avenue (-73.949499, 40.650105)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.01 | $4.37 | $8.74 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $4.88 | $9.77 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $5.30 | $10.60 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $5.12 | $10.23 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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