Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
14.1 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, NY
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Cambria Heights, NY
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Astoria, NY to Cambria Heights, NY is 14.1 miles and takes about 24 minutes via Grand Central Parkway, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive focused on efficient travel between these two New York City neighborhoods. Consider this route for its directness and minimal time commitment, perfect for a quick errand or connecting to further destinations.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Central Parkway | 10.1 mi | 14m |
| Francis Lewis Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Astoria Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Linden Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| McLaughlin Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 222nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 12th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Cambria Heights, NY.
Start on 12th Street
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 278; GCP
Keep slight left at fork onto GCP
Take the exit
Turn left onto McLaughlin Avenue
Turn right onto Francis Lewis Boulevard
Turn left onto Linden Boulevard
Turn right onto 222nd Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 13.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 278 West: Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Grand Central Parkway East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto GCP / Grand Central Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Francis Lewis Boulevard South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Francis Lewis Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Linden Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.32 one way
$4.64 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.73 | $5.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.11 | $6.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Astoria on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:57PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Morning in Cambria Heights on Sunday
Local time
6:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 72% of the drive utilizing major roads. You'll spend a significant portion on the Grand Central Parkway, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 10.1 miles. The drive is characterized by its speed and efficiency, typical of urban parkways designed for transit. Expect a more fluid experience on these main arteries, which are built for covering ground quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Grand Central Parkway and Francis Lewis Boulevard. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 14.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles (GCP / Grand Central Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Astoria, NY and Cambria Heights, NY, road signs point toward Grand Central Parkway East and Francis Lewis Boulevard South.
Grand Central Parkway East
Francis Lewis Boulevard South
Founded 1659
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 14.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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