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Trip from Bellmore, NY to Brooklyn, NY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

35m

Distance

23 mi

37 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min
4 AM
0h 32m ★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

census-designated place in Nassau County, New York, United States

Bellmore, NY

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borough of New York City, New York, United States

Brooklyn, NY

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Trip Overview

This short 23-mile trip from Bellmore, NY to Brooklyn, NY takes about 35 minutes and is best suited as a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel cost of around $4, it's an economical drive. The route primarily utilizes Sunrise Highway and the Belt Parkway, with a touch of Linden Boulevard, offering a glimpse into the Northeast's bustling urban and suburban landscapes. Given its short distance and duration, this drive doesn't require an overnight stay, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 23 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this journey, with only 20% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 11.7 miles along Sunrise Highway. As you navigate, the road will transition, moving from more suburban-feeling arteries to the dynamic environment of Brooklyn. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it’s a more engaged driving experience with frequent changes in direction and pace.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunrise Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 11.7 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 early in the drive near NY 27 / Sunrise Highway.

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 9 decision points packed into just 23 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | NY 27 / Sunrise Highway

Depart onto NY 27 / Sunrise Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
11.7 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
5
11.9 mi into trip | ~15m in | BP / Belt Parkway

Merge onto BP / Belt Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
13.7 mi into trip | ~18m in | BP / Belt Parkway

Keep slight left at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16.5 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward North Conduit Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 17W Toward North Conduit Avenue

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 Bellmore, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Parkway West along the way.

Belt Parkway West

11.7 mi in | ~15m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Sunrise Highway 11.7 mi 15m
Belt Parkway 4.7 mi 7m
Linden Boulevard 3.8 mi 6m
Church Avenue 1.7 mi 4m
North Conduit Avenue 0.6 mi 1m
Nostrand Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Sunrise Highway — 11.7 mi, about 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bellmore, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

1

Start on NY 27

12 mi · 15 min · Sunrise Highway
Use the right lane.
2

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
3

Merge onto BP

1.8 mi · 2 min · Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight left at fork onto BP

2.9 mi · 4 min · Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 17W Toward North Conduit Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Merge onto NY 27

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Conduit Avenue
7

Turn straight onto NY 27

2.8 mi · 4 min · Linden Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
8

Continue on NY 27

1.0 mi · 1 min · Linden Boulevard
9

Turn slight left onto Church Avenue

1.7 mi · 4 min · Church Avenue
Use the left lane.
10

Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue

257 ft · 8 sec · Nostrand Avenue
11

Arrive at destination

Nostrand Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.79 one way

$7.57 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $4.09 $8.19
premium $4.92 $4.46 $8.92
diesel $5.61 $5.08 $10.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.9 0 $2.41 $1.10
Efficient EV 5.8 0 $2.01 $0.92
EV Truck/SUV 9.2 0 $3.22 $1.47

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bellmore, NY

Afternoon in Bellmore on Thursday

Local time

4:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brooklyn, NY

Afternoon in Brooklyn on Thursday

Local time

4:24 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°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

6 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

35m 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 Bellmore, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 23 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Belt Parkway, Linden Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.5 miles from Bellmore, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.79 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 23 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.9 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bellmore, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Parkway West along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.

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