Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
15.2 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
6 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brooklyn, NY
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Crossing from Brooklyn to Staten Island is a quick, 15.2-mile journey that typically takes about 33 minutes. Because this is a short trip within the Northeast, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Fort Hamilton Parkway, the Staten Island Expressway, and Manor Road. With a modest fuel cost of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly transit between the two boroughs. This route is best viewed as a direct connection rather than a scenic excursion, making it perfect for travelers who prioritize efficiency over sightseeing. Whether you are commuting or visiting, the straightforward nature of this drive keeps the logistical planning to a minimum.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Hamilton Parkway | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| Staten Island Expressway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Manor Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Gowanus Expressway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Richmond Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Rockland Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Parkside Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Staten Island, NY.
Start on Nostrand Avenue
Turn right onto Snyder Avenue
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Turn left onto NY 27
Turn slight right onto NY 27
Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place
At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 278
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
Continue on I 278
Continue on I 278
Take the exit
Continue on Reon Avenue
Continue on Reon Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto North Gannon Avenue
Turn left onto Manor Road
Continue on Manor Road
Turn left onto Rockland Avenue
Continue on Richmond Road
Turn left onto Kensico Street
At end of road, turn left onto Clarke Avenue
Turn right onto Cotter Avenue
Continue on Corona Avenue
Turn right onto Croft Court
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 10.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Rogers Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto NY 27 / Linden Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 278 West: Verrazano Bridge, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Slosson Avenue, Todt Hill Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$2.50 one way
$5.00 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.71 | $5.41 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.95 | $5.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.33 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
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 Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Staten Island on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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.
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from local roads to major arterials. Approximately 47% of your travel occurs on highways, balancing out the slower portions of the trek. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch on Fort Hamilton Parkway, which spans 3.2 miles before the road profile shifts. The transition onto the Staten Island Expressway provides a noticeable change in pace, moving you away from local street traffic and into a more sustained flow. Overall, the drive feels utilitarian, requiring you to remain alert as you move between varying road types and traffic densities.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Rogers Avenue.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 20 decision points packed into just 15.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 33m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Rogers Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (NY 27 / Linden Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (Fort Hamilton Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Founded 1634
Brooklyn, the "Borough of Homes and Churches," is one of the five boroughs of New York City. It used to be a separate city, and still feels much like one. It has about 2.5 million inhabitants. If separated from the rest of New York City, Brooklyn would be the 4th most populous American city. Brooklyn is on the westernmost point of Long Island and shares a land boundary with Queens, which partially encircles Brooklyn to the north, east and south; Manhattan lies across the East River to the west and north of Brooklyn, and Staten Island is across the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to the southwest. Brooklyn is enjoying a period of growth and affluence not seen since before World War II. The Brooklyn Academy of Music boasts world-class theater performances, and the nearby Barclays Center is the home of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets.
Top landmarks
Founded 1683
Staten Island is New York City's "Forgotten Borough" across New York Harbor from Manhattan. Staten Island may seem like it's in an entirely different world than the hustle and bustle expected in New York City. However, it still has some of the features you've come to expect from the city. This combination of city influences and its rural origins have created a unique borough that is a great place to visit.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 15.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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