How far is Saranac Lake, NY from Brookhaven, NY?
Fastest route
The distance from Saranac Lake, New York, to Brookhaven, New York, is approximately 357 miles (575 kilometers). The fastest route involves taking I-87 S and Taconic State Parkway and has a travel time of about 6 hours and 6 minutes.
Directions
- Head southeast on Church St toward Olive St.
- Turn right onto Lake Flower Ave and continue onto NY-86 E/Sara-Placid Rd.
- Turn right onto Old Military Rd, then left onto Mill Pond Dr.
- Continue on Mill Pond Dr and turn left onto S Main St/Sentinel Rd.
- Turn right onto NY-86 E/Wilmington Rd and then right onto Fox Farm Rd.
- Turn right onto Springfield Rd and follow it as it becomes State Hwy 9N S.
- Continue straight onto NY-73 E and merge onto I-87 S.
- Take exit 67 from I-495 E and merge onto County Rd 21 S/Yaphank Ave.
- Turn left onto Horseblock Road, then right onto County Rd 80 W, and finally, slightly left onto S Country Rd until you reach Brookhaven, New York 11719.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan for a long drive, so make sure your vehicle is in good condition and carry some snacks and water for the journey.
- ⛽ Take note of gas stations along the route, especially if your car has a limited fuel range.
- 🛣️ Be prepared for tolls along the way, so have some cash or electronic payment methods ready.
- 🚧 Check for road closures on NY-73 and plan alternative routes if needed.
- 🌳 Enjoy the scenic views along the Taconic State Parkway, but stay focused on driving.
- 🚦 Avoid rush hours and peak traffic times, if possible, to have a smoother trip.
- 🏨 If you plan to stay overnight in Brookhaven, book accommodations in advance to ensure availability.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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 06h 11m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Greene County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saranac Lake and Brookhaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saranac Lake and Brookhaven.
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Start on Church Street
2177 ft · 49 sec · Church Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto River Street
1126 ft · 32 sec · River Street
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Keep slight right to continue on River Street
93 m · 9 sec · River Street
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Turn slight right onto Lake Flower Avenue
1.1 mi · 3 min · Lake Flower Avenue
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Continue on Saranac-Placid Road
4.9 mi · 8 min · Saranac-Placid Road
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Turn right onto Old Military Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · Old Military Road
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Turn straight onto Cascade Road
5.3 mi · 8 min · Cascade Road
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Continue on State Highway 73
7.2 mi · 10 min · State Highway 73
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Turn straight onto State Highway 9N
1.8 mi · 3 min · State Highway 9N
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Continue on State Highway 73
11.5 mi · 17 min · State Highway 73
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Turn straight
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Take the ramp right toward I 87 South
1717 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
103.7 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Adirondack Northway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
1694 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
2619 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South: New York
117.8 mi · 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 · 60 sec
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Continue straight
2496 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
14.1 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
566 ft · 19 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
2455 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1417 ft · 24 sec
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Continue straight
6.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
1124 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 55 sec
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Keep slight left
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
3174 ft · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
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Continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
1.2 km · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
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Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
2 mi · 3 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
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Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Expressway
3271 ft · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
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Continue on Throgs Neck Bridge
2 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
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Continue on Clearview Expressway
3.2 mi · 3 min · Clearview Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island
810 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, Eastern Long Island
1448 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
43.5 mi · 59 min · Long Island Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 16: Horse Block Road, Centereach, Shirley
1308 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto Express Drive South
1108 ft · 21 sec · Express Drive South
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Turn slight right onto Horseblock Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · Horseblock Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Montauk Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · Montauk Highway
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Turn left onto South Country Road
2057 ft · 50 sec · South Country Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Country Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saranac Lake and Brookhaven.
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 · 02h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Saranac Lake and Partly Sunny near Brookhaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saranac Lake to Brookhaven?
The road trip is about 351.2 miles (565.2 km) and usually takes 06h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Athens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 174.4 miles from Saranac Lake and 176.8 miles from Brookhaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 253 miles (407.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 98.2 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.67 one way or $99.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 110.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Saranac Lake and Partly Sunny near Brookhaven.
Stop Ideas Near Athens
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 Athens.
Hudson
Rhinecliff–Kingston station
Albany–Rensselaer
Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saranac Lake and Brookhaven. Straight-line distance: 252.97 mi (407.12 km).
#1 Saranac Lake
Village in New York
| Population | 5,193 |
| Coordinates | 44.3295000, -74.1312700 |
| Altitude | 471 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brookhaven
This town in Suffolk County, New York, is the most populous in the state.
| Population | 479,883 |
| Coordinates | 40.7792700, -72.9153800 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Country Road (-72.915343, 40.779251)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 565 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $49.67 | $99.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $55.52 | $111.04 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $60.23 | $120.46 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $58.16 | $116.32 |
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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