Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
20m
Distance
9.9 mi
16 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
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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Morris Park, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Astoria, NY to Morris Park, NY is 9.9 miles and takes about 20m via I 278 Truck, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the state of New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a quick hop that's primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient option for getting between these two locations. You'll find it's a straightforward drive, suitable for a quick errand or a connecting leg of a larger journey.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 278 Truck | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| Bronx River Parkway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Astoria Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Pelham Parkway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Williamsbridge Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Bruckner Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Pelham Parkway South | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hoyt Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Morris Park, NY.
Start on 12th Street
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
Turn left onto 33rd Street
At end of road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
Continue on Hoyt Avenue North
Take the ramp
Continue on I 278 Truck
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Bruckner Boulevard
Take the ramp
Continue on BR
Take the exit
Continue on Pe
Turn slight right
Turn straight onto Pelham Parkway South
Turn right onto Williamsbridge Road
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 9.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the ramp toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Pelham Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Williamsbridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$1.63 one way
$3.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $1.76 | $3.52 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.92 | $3.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Morris Park on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 leans heavily into its highway profile, with 79% of the drive being on major roadways. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a continuous segment of 5.1 miles on I 278 Truck. While the Bronx River Parkway offers a different feel, the overall character is that of a fast-paced, highway-centric journey. Expect a driving experience dominated by efficient travel on main arteries.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 278 Truck and Bronx River Parkway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Astoria Boulevard North.
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 9.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Astoria Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Astoria, NY and Morris Park, NY, road signs point toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains and Williamsbridge Road South.
Bronx River Parkway North
White Plains
Williamsbridge Road 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 20m. Total distance: 9.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). 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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