Staten Island West Shore Expressway vs. I95 New Jersey Turnpike?

May 5th, 2011 Admin

I am coming from Pennsylvania to JFK on Thanksgiving Eve and I would like the best way possible.
From I78 to I 287 do I
(1) Take the NJ Turnpike to Geothals Bridge and I 278 and Verrazano Narrow Bridge
(2) Take the Outerbridge crossing to Staten Island and the W Shore Expwy (440) to the VN Bridge
I am interested in tolls and traffic congestion

I have never drive through Brooklyn before. Is it difficult in rush hour?

Posted in NJTP Tags: brooklyn, jfk, narrow bridge, nj turnpike, outerbridge, pennsylvania, rush hour, staten island, thanksgiving, thanksgiving eve, tolls, traffic congestion

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One Response to “Staten Island West Shore Expressway vs. I95 New Jersey Turnpike?”

1. ajedrez says:

   May 5, 2011 at 6:56 am

   The Outerbridge Crossing will save you money, as you will avoid paying for a few additional exits on the NJ Turnpike. It is generally not too congested, except near the intrchange with the Staten Island Expressway (which is unavoidable).

   Driving on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway in Brooklyn used to be pretty bad during rush hour, but I think lately it has gotten better. I think they are doing rehab work on the BQE over 3rd Avenue, so there might be some delays around the between the 65th Street Exit and Prospect Expressway.

   I hope this was helpful.

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