How far is Rome, NY from Borough Park, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Rome, New York, to Borough Park, Brooklyn, NY is approximately 249 miles (401 kilometers) long and takes around 5 hours and 9 minutes via NY-17 E. The route includes tolls along the way.
Directions
- π Head southwest on N James St toward W Park St.
- π£οΈ Continue on Erie Blvd E to Lamphear Rd. Exit from NY-365 E/NY-49 E/NY-69 E.
- π Turn left onto Erie Blvd E and then slight right to stay on Erie Blvd E.
- π Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-90 E/New York Thruway/NY-49 E/NY-69 E/NY-365 E/Utica, and merge onto NY-365 E/NY-49 E/NY-69 E.
- πΊοΈ Take the exit toward Lamphear Rd and then turn left onto Lamphear Rd.
- β€΅οΈ Turn left onto Sutliff Rd and continue on NY-8 S.
- π£οΈ Take NY-206 E, NY-17 E, I-87 S, NJ-17 S, and FDR Dr to Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn, New York. Take exit 6 from NY-27/Prospect Expy.
Tips & Suggestions
- π Plan for rest stops or breaks during the 5-hour journey to stay refreshed and alert.
- β½ Check your vehicle's fuel level before embarking on the trip to ensure you don't run out of gas along the way.
- π¦ Pay attention to road signs and traffic signals to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
- π³ Keep some cash or change handy for tolls along the route.
- π± Use a navigation app or GPS device to stay on the right path and avoid getting lost.
- π§ Be prepared for possible road construction or detours that could affect your travel time.
- π½οΈ Pack some snacks and drinks for the road to keep hunger at bay and maintain energy levels.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 25m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Rockland County, New York, United States
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 Rome and Borough Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rome and Borough Park.
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Start on Ausable Drive
2297 ft Β· 2 min Β· Ausable Drive
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Turn right onto College Street
154 m Β· 22 sec Β· College Street
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Turn right onto State Highway 9N
17.1 mi Β· 26 min Β· State Highway 9N
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Continue on State Highway 73
11.5 mi Β· 17 min Β· State Highway 73
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Turn straight
2.1 mi Β· 3 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 87 South
1717 ft Β· 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
103.7 mi Β· 2 hr 2 min Β· Adirondack Northway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
1694 ft Β· 32 sec
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Continue on I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
2619 ft Β· 51 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South: New York
117.8 mi Β· 2 hr 17 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
1.5 km Β· 60 sec
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Continue straight
2496 ft Β· 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
22.7 mi Β· 29 min
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Take the exit straight toward NJ 3 East: New York
1990 ft Β· 49 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi Β· 5 min
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Continue on Tonnelle Avenue
2.5 mi Β· 3 min Β· Tonnelle Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on Tonnelle Avenue
564 ft Β· 10 sec Β· Tonnelle Avenue
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Take the exit left toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
1387 ft Β· 36 sec
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Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
1.1 km Β· 1 min Β· Conrail Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
2029 ft Β· 32 sec Β· 12th Street Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street
1412 ft Β· 54 sec Β· 12th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
1.9 mi Β· 4 min Β· Holland Tunnel
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 9A
131 m Β· 15 sec
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Turn slight left onto Laight Street
962 ft Β· 49 sec Β· Laight Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Street
1.5 km Β· 3 min Β· West Street
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Take the exit slight left toward Hugh L Carey Tunnel, Brooklyn
2.6 mi Β· 5 min
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Continue on Gowanus Expressway
2987 ft Β· 51 sec Β· Gowanus Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward NY 27 East: Prospect Expressway
1.6 km Β· 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 27 East TRUCK: 10th Avenue, 11th Avenue, Jewish Children's Museum, Brooklyn Children's Museum
984 ft Β· 28 sec
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Turn right onto 10th Avenue
80 m Β· 12 sec Β· 10th Avenue
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Turn left onto McDonald Avenue
2784 ft Β· 54 sec Β· McDonald Avenue
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Turn right onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
1.4 km Β· 2 min Β· Fort Hamilton Parkway
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Turn left onto New Utrecht Avenue
1736 ft Β· 60 sec Β· New Utrecht Avenue
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Turn slight right onto 12th Avenue
874 ft Β· 46 sec Β· 12th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m Β· 1 sec Β· 12th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rome and Borough Park.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 87 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South: New York
118 mi Β· 02h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Rome and Rain Showers Likely near Borough Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rome to Borough Park?
The road trip is about 301.6 miles (485.3 km) and usually takes 05h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stony Point is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148.1 miles from Rome and 153.5 miles from Borough Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 263.5 miles (424 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:08 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.66 one way or $85.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 94.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Rome and Rain Showers Likely near Borough Park.
Stop Ideas Near Stony Point
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Stony Point.
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Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rome and Borough Park. Straight-line distance: 263.48 mi (424.03 km).
#1 Rome
City in New York, United States
| Population | 32,145 |
| Coordinates | 44.4406000, -73.6881900 |
| Altitude | 174 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Borough Park
Borough Park is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.6339900, -73.9968100 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: 12th Avenue (-73.996791, 40.633979)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 485 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $42.66 | $85.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $47.68 | $95.36 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $51.72 | $103.44 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $49.94 | $99.89 |
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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