Origin
Rego Park, NY
Morning in Rego Park on Tuesday
Local time
7:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rego Park, NY to Gravesend, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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.
Rego Park, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Gravesend, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Rego Park, NY to Gravesend, NY is 13.2 miles and takes about 29m via Kings Highway and Jackie Robinson Parkway, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Expect a local drive with frequent turns, making it a straightforward option for a quick local excursion. With no planned stops and a low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or a simple transfer between neighborhoods.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Highway | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Jackie Robinson Parkway | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| East New York Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Coney Island Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Yellowstone Boulevard | 1 mi | 3m |
| Woodhaven Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Avenue P | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Queens Boulevard | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Kings Highway
— 4.1 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rego Park, NY and Gravesend, NY.
1
Start on NY 25
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Queens Boulevard
2
Turn slight right
150 ft
·
6 sec
3
Turn left onto Queens Boulevard
459 ft
·
17 sec
·
Queens Boulevard
4
Continue on Queens Boulevard
146 ft
·
13 sec
·
Queens Boulevard
5
Turn right onto Yellowstone Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Yellowstone Boulevard
6
At end of road, turn left onto Woodhaven Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodhaven Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto Myrtle Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Myrtle Avenue
8
Take the ramp
408 ft
·
10 sec
Toward JR West: Jackie Robinson Parkway, Brooklyn
9
Merge onto JR
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
296 ft
·
10 sec
Toward East New York Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on East New York Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on Pacific Street
464 ft
·
14 sec
·
Pacific Street
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto Sackman Street
365 ft
·
9 sec
·
Sackman Street
15
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Howard Avenue
17
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Tapscott Street
18
Continue on Kings Highway
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Kings Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on Avenue P
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Avenue P
20
Turn left onto Coney Island Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Coney Island Avenue
21
Turn right onto Avenue V
0.2 mi
·
54 sec
·
Avenue V
22
Turn right onto Ocean Parkway
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Ocean Parkway
23
Arrive at destination
Ocean Parkway
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 5.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Woodhaven Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto Woodhaven Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward JR West: Jackie Robinson Parkway, Brooklyn
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward JR West: Jackie Robinson Parkway, Brookl...
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
JR / Jackie Robinson Parkway
Merge onto JR / Jackie Robinson Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
5.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward East New York Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward East New York Avenue
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Sackman Street
Turn left onto Sackman Street
Navigation decision point
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
Gravesend, NY
Morning in Gravesend on Tuesday
Local time
7:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
9 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 drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter frequent intersections and changes in direction. With only 22% of the journey on highways, most of your time will be spent navigating city streets. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 4.1 miles along Kings Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before the local roads resume. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation and traffic signals.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.1 mi on Kings Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near Woodhaven Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 13.2 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 1.3 miles (Woodhaven Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles (JR / Jackie Robinson 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.
On the drive from Rego Park, NY to Gravesend, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Brooklyn along the way.
Brooklyn
2.5 mi in
|
~7m
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.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.1 miles on Kings Highway. 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 Gravesend, 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 1.3 miles (Woodhaven Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles (JR / Jackie Robinson Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, African Burial Ground National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (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 Gravesend, 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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