U.S. Route 9 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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| Route information | |
| Length | 522.27 mi (840.51 km) |
| Existed | 1926–present |
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| West end |  US 13 at Laurel, DE |
  US 40 / US 322 in Pleasantville, NJ US 1 in Woodbridge Township, NJ I-78 in Newark, NJ I-95 in New York City, NY  US 6 / US 202 in Peekskill, NY I-84 in Fishkill, NY US 44 at Poughkeepsie, NY US 20 at Schodack Center, NY US 4 at East Greenbush, NY I-90 in Albany, NY |
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| North end |  I-87 in Champlain, NY |
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| United States Numbered Highways List • Bannered • Divided • Replaced |
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U.S. Route 9 is a major highway in the United States. It travels through three states: Delaware, New Jersey, and New York. This road runs from south to north, covering a long distance.
The journey of U.S. Route 9 starts in Laurel, Delaware. It then heads north, crossing through New Jersey and New York. The road finally ends in Champlain, New York, which is very close to the border with Canada. Along its path, it goes through big cities like New York City and follows the beautiful Jersey Shore. Did you know this road is even mentioned in some songs by the famous musician Bruce Springsteen?
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Exploring U.S. Route 9
U.S. Route 9 is about 522 miles (840 kilometers) long. It was officially established in 1926. This highway helps connect many towns and cities across the East Coast. It's an important route for both local travel and longer trips.
Route 9 in Delaware
The highway begins in Laurel, Delaware. Here, it connects with U.S. Route 13. The Delaware part of Route 9 is quite short. It quickly crosses into New Jersey.
Route 9 in New Jersey
In New Jersey, U.S. Route 9 becomes a very busy road. It passes through many towns and cities. It runs along the famous Jersey Shore, offering views of the coast. In New Jersey, Route 9 connects with other major roads. These include U.S. Route 40 and U.S. Route 322 in Pleasantville, New Jersey. It also meets U.S. Route 1 in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey and Interstate 78 in Newark, New Jersey.
Route 9 in New York
After New Jersey, U.S. Route 9 enters New York State. It travels through New York City, which is one of the biggest cities in the world. The highway continues north through the state. It crosses paths with several important highways. These include Interstate 95 in New York City and Interstate 84 in Fishkill, New York. It also meets U.S. Route 44 in Poughkeepsie, New York and U.S. Route 20 near Albany, New York. The road finally ends in Champlain, New York, near the Canadian border.
Images for kids
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US 13 at the western terminus of US 9 in Laurel, Delaware
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US 9 northbound in Manalapan Township, New Jersey
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US 1–9 northbound in Newark, New Jersey approaching the Pulaski Skyway
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End US 9 sign just short of the Canadian border in Champlain, New York
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Last northern reference marker on NY 971B (former US 9); Canadian customs are seen to the left
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