Origin
Jamaica, NY
Morning in Jamaica on Sunday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamaica, NY to Coney Island, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamaica, NY
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Coney Island, NY
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Trip Overview
Jamaica, NY to Coney Island, NY is 16.7 miles and takes about 29m via Belt Parkway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within New York. The drive focuses on expressways, making it a quick journey between two points in the Northeast region. Given its short distance and highway-centric profile, it’s an efficient option for getting from one part of the city to another without much fuss. You'll spend most of your time on elevated roadways, so don't expect extensive roadside scenery.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Parkway | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Neptune Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Cropsey Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Pinegrove Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Liberty Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Tuskegee Airmen Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Belt Parkway
— 12.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, NY and Coney Island, NY.
1
Start on Tuskegee Airmen Way
303 ft
·
17 sec
·
Tuskegee Airmen Way
2
Turn right onto Pinegrove Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pinegrove Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Liberty Avenue
4
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Kennedy Airport
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 678
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto BP
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
509 ft
·
30 sec
Exit 6S
Toward Cropsey Avenue South
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Cropsey Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Cropsey Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto Neptune Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Neptune Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on Neptune Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Neptune Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Neptune Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 15.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Van Wyck Expressway
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Kennedy Airport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Kenned...
9
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
7
15.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward Cropsey Avenue South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 6S
Toward Cropsey Avenue South
6
15.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Neptune Avenue
Turn right onto Neptune Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.75 one way
$5.50 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.97 | $5.94 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.24 | $6.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.69 | $7.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Coney Island, NY
Morning in Coney Island on Sunday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
8 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
29m 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 route is 85% highway-focused, offering a predominantly high-speed driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.9 miles on the Belt Parkway, allowing for a steady pace. You'll navigate using major arteries like the Van Wyck Expressway before transitioning to Neptune Avenue for the final approach. The character is that of an urban expressway, designed for efficient travel rather than scenic enjoyment. Expect multi-lane traffic and the typical flow of city driving.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.9 mi on Belt Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Belt Parkway and Van Wyck Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Van Wyck Expressway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 16.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Van Wyck Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Jamaica, NY and Coney Island, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport, Belt Parkway West and Cropsey Avenue South.
Kennedy Airport
1.1 mi in
|
~2m
Belt Parkway West
1.9 mi in
|
~3m
Cropsey Avenue South
15.4 mi in
|
~24m
About the Cities
Starting in Jamaica, NY
Full guide →Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.
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 29m. Total distance: 16.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.9 miles on Belt Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Coney Island, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 0.4 miles (Van Wyck Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, 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 Coney Island, 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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