Origin
East Flatbush, NY
Morning in East Flatbush on Sunday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Flatbush, NY to Rockaway Point, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
8.6 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
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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Rockaway Point, NY
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Trip Overview
East Flatbush, NY to Rockaway Point, NY is 8.6 miles and takes about 19m via Flatbush Avenue and Utica Avenue, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its brief distance and local road profile, this drive is best suited for a quick, straightforward journey. You'll navigate city streets for the majority of this route, so expect typical urban traffic patterns. It's an easy drive that requires minimal planning, perfect for a spontaneous outing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Flatbush Avenue | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Utica Avenue | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Rockaway Point Boulevard | 1.7 mi | 5m |
| Marine Parkway–Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Linden Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Flatbush Avenue
— 3.1 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Flatbush, NY and Rockaway Point, NY.
1
Start on NY 27
49 ft
·
8 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Utica Avenue
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Utica Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn slight left onto Flatbush Avenue
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Flatbush Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on Marine Parkway–Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Marine Parkway–Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge
5
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Fort Tilden, Breezy Point
6
Turn straight onto Rockaway Point Boulevard
1.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Rockaway Point Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
Turn left
223 ft
·
16 sec
8
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 55 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Utica Avenue
Turn left onto Utica Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Flatbush Avenue
Turn slight left onto Flatbush Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
3
6.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Turn slight right toward Fort Tilden, Breezy Point
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Fort Tilden, Breezy Point
3
6.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Rockaway Point Boulevard
Turn straight onto Rockaway Point Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
8.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.42 one way
$2.83 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $1.53 | $3.06 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.67 | $3.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 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 | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.20 | $0.55 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Rockaway Point, NY
Morning in Rockaway Point on Sunday
Local time
6:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
19m 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?
This drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it a local, city-street experience rather than an open highway cruise. With only a 9% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily through urban neighborhoods. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.1 miles on Flatbush Avenue. As you progress, expect the road to feel consistent in its urban setting, with numerous intersections and traffic signals dictating your pace. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience requiring constant attention to your surroundings.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.1 mi on Flatbush Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Utica Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Utica Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Flatbush Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Rockaway Point, NY, road signs point toward Fort Tilden and Breezy Point.
Fort Tilden
6.7 mi in
|
~13m
Breezy Point
6.7 mi in
|
~13m
About the Cities
Starting in East Flatbush, 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 19m. Total distance: 8.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (9%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.1 miles on Flatbush Avenue. 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: near the start (Utica Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (Flatbush Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, Governors Island National Monument and African Burial Ground 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 Rockaway Point, 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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