Origin
Astoria, NY
Evening in Astoria on Sunday
Local time
8:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Astoria, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
25m
Distance
10.3 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
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6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
Spanning just 10.5 miles, this local transit between Astoria and Brooklyn is a quick trip that serves as a practical connection within the Northeast region. You can easily complete the drive in about 46 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $2, the trip is highly economical for those navigating between these two New York neighborhoods. Since there are no designated stops, the route is straightforward and efficient. It is an ideal choice if you need a reliable, short-distance link without the complexity of long-range travel planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
5.1 miles from Astoria, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through urban streets, as this route contains zero highway miles. You will spend your time maneuvering along Astoria Boulevard, 14th Street, and 29th Avenue rather than cruising on high-speed interstates. Because the longest stretch of road is essentially zero miles on Astoria Boulevard, you should prepare for frequent turns and constant attention to local traffic patterns. This drive is purely a technical, neighborhood-focused experience that lacks long, uninterrupted stretches. The personality of the road is defined by its compact, urban nature, demanding your focus as you transition between these two distinct areas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 2.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.1 miles in near 14th Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 10.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (14th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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14th Street
Turn right onto 14th Street
Navigation decision point
7
4.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
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I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway toward I 278 West: Staten Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 278 West: Staten Island
8
5.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward Wythe Avenue, Kent 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 31
Toward Wythe Avenue, Kent Avenue
6
6.1 mi into trip
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~15m in
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Flushing Avenue
Turn right onto Flushing Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
6.3 mi into trip
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~15m in
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Washington Avenue
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Astoria, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Staten Island along the way.
Staten Island
4.2 mi in
|
~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Avenue | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| 21st Street | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| McGuinness Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Flatbush Avenue | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Pulaski Bridge | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Linden Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Williamsburg Street West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Washington Avenue
— 2.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on 12th Street
23 ft
·
4 sec
·
12th Street
2
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
331 ft
·
16 sec
·
Astoria Boulevard
3
Turn right onto 14th Street
277 ft
·
17 sec
·
14th Street
4
Turn left onto 29th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
29th Avenue
5
Turn right onto 21st Street
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
21st Street
Use the none lane.
6
Turn right onto Jackson Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Jackson Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Pulaski Bridge
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Pulaski Bridge
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on McGuinness Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
McGuinness Boulevard
Use the none lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Staten Island
10
Merge onto I 278
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 278
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Toward I 278 West: Staten Island
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 31
Toward Wythe Avenue, Kent Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto Williamsburg Street West
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Williamsburg Street West
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto Flushing Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Flushing Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Washington Avenue
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Washington Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Empire Boulevard
413 ft
·
18 sec
·
Empire Boulevard
17
Turn left onto Flatbush Avenue
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Flatbush Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Turn left onto NY 27
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Caton Avenue
19
Continue on NY 27
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
20
Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Nostrand Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 46-minute duration and the nature of local city driving, flexibility is your greatest advantage on this route. You do not need to worry about complex pacing or rest stops, as the 10.5-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Since the entire trip is conducted on local roads, try to avoid peak rush hours to keep your transit time closer to the estimate. Keep a close eye on your navigation apps, as the turn-heavy layout requires quick reactions to street changes. A concrete tip for this specific drive is to ensure your vehicle is fueled before you leave, as the $2 cost estimate implies a very short trip where stopping for gas along the way would be inefficient.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.1 miles from Astoria, NY, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 10.3 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.1 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Astoria, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Astoria, NY
This is one driving day of about 10.3 miles and 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Astoria, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Washington Avenue for about 2.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.1 mi from Astoria, NY · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.1 miles from Astoria, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brooklyn, NY
The final approach into Brooklyn, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Brooklyn, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.68 one way
$3.35 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $1.82 | $3.63 |
| premium | $4.88 | $1.98 | $3.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.29 | $4.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.90 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Brooklyn, NY
Evening in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
8:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Astoria, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 10.3 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Avenue, 21st Street, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Astoria, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 10.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (14th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (I 278 / Brooklyn-Queens Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Astoria, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Staten Island along the way.
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