Origin
East Flatbush, NY
Morning in East Flatbush on Sunday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Flatbush, NY to East Rockaway, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
15.4 mi
25 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Flatbush, NY
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East Rockaway, NY
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Trip Overview
This short 15.4-mile journey from East Flatbush, NY, to East Rockaway, NY, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 25 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate using Linden Boulevard, the Belt Parkway, and Sunrise Highway, with a significant portion of the drive (28%) on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $3, making it an economical choice. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay. The drive offers a practical way to travel within the Northeast region of New York.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Linden Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Belt Parkway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Sunrise Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| South Conduit Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Atlantic Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Nassau Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Linden Boulevard
— 4.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Flatbush, NY and East Rockaway, NY.
1
Start on NY 27
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on NY 27
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Conduit Avenue
3
Continue on NY 27
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Nassau Expressway
Toward NY 27 East
4
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Conduit Avenue
Toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island
6
Merge onto BP
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 23B
Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on NY 27
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on NY 27
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Sunrise Highway
10
Turn right onto Atlantic Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
11
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 15.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
5.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island
5
6.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
BP / Belt Parkway
Merge onto BP / Belt Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
9.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23B
Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boule...
5
15.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.53 one way
$5.07 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.74 | $5.48 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 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 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
East Rockaway, NY
Morning in East Rockaway on Sunday
Local time
9:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
25m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 15.4-mile route, with only 28% of it being highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.5 miles along Linden Boulevard. As you progress, the roads will shift between the efficiency of the Belt Parkway and Sunrise Highway, and the more intricate, stop-and-go nature of local streets. This combination means you'll be actively engaged with the driving, making frequent adjustments.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.5 mi on Linden Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 15.4 miles you will encounter 7 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 5.5 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between East Flatbush, NY and East Rockaway, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.
Jfk Long Term Parking
5.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via NY 27
Kiss & Fly
5.5 mi in
|
~9m
|
via NY 27
Eastern Long Island
5.9 mi in
|
~10m
About the Cities
Starting in East Flatbush, NY
Full guide →Arriving in East Rockaway, NY
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 15.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (28%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.5 miles on Linden Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Governors Island National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at East Rockaway, NY before heading back.
How this page is built
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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