Origin
Morrisania, NY
Late night in Morrisania on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morrisania, NY to Bushwick, 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
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
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.
Morrisania, NY
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Bushwick, NY
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Trip Overview
This quick 13.2-mile drive from Morrisania, NY to Bushwick, NY, is easily manageable in about 29 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate using the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West and Bushwick Avenue, with a segment on the Robert F. Kennedy Bridge. Given the short distance and modest estimated fuel cost of $2, this journey is ideal for a spontaneous outing rather than requiring an overnight stay. Both locations are situated within the Northeast region, so you won't be crossing any major geographical divides. This route offers a straightforward way to get between these two New York City neighborhoods.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Robert F. Kennedy Bridge | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Bushwick Avenue | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Saint Ann's Avenue | 1.4 mi | 4m |
| Grand Central Parkway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Vandervoort Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Third Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Grand Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
— 4.4 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morrisania, NY and Bushwick, NY.
1
Start on Third Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Third Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto East 161st Street
118 ft
·
7 sec
·
East 161st Street
3
Turn right onto Saint Ann's Avenue
1.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Saint Ann's Avenue
4
Turn left onto East 134th Street
265 ft
·
9 sec
·
East 134th Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 278 West: Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, Manhattan, Queens
6
Continue on I 278
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 278; GCP
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Central Parkway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, Staten Island
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 34
Toward Meeker Avenue, Morgan Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto Vandervoort Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Vandervoort Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
At end of road, turn right onto Grand Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Street
Use the right lane.
12
Turn left onto Bushwick Avenue
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Bushwick Avenue
13
Turn left onto Linden Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Linden Street
14
Arrive at destination
Linden Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 10.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
East 161st Street
Turn sharp left onto East 161st Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
8
5.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, Staten Island
8
9.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Meeker Avenue, Morgan Avenue
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 34
Toward Meeker Avenue, Morgan Avenue
6
9.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Vandervoort Avenue
Turn left onto Vandervoort Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
10.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Grand Street
At end of road, turn right onto Grand Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.17 one way
$4.35 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.35 | $4.70 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
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
Bushwick, NY
Late night in Bushwick on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Partly Sunny
S 12 mph
3% chance
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
36 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
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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is a mixed bag, with 39% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll experience some faster-paced travel, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 4.4 miles on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West. As you progress, expect transitions between these quicker highway sections and more local road driving as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll need to be ready to adjust your speed and attention as the environment changes. It's not a purely scenic route, but it's an efficient way to cover the ground.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.4 mi on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near East 161st Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 13.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.5 miles (East 161st Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.3 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Morrisania, NY and Bushwick, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island.
Manhattan
1.9 mi in
|
~6m
Queens
1.9 mi in
|
~6m
Staten Island
5.3 mi in
|
~13m
|
via I 278
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 13.2 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 (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.4 miles on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West. 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 Bushwick, 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 0.5 miles (East 161st Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.3 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bushwick, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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