Origin
Borough Park, NY
Evening in Borough Park on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Borough Park, NY to North Valley Stream, NY
Drive Time
34m
Distance
17.9 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Borough Park, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
North Valley Stream, NY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Spanning just 17.9 miles, this trip between Borough Park and North Valley Stream is a straightforward transit within the Northeast. You can expect a quick 34-minute drive, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting around $3 for fuel is sufficient for the journey, keeping your costs minimal. The route utilizes a mix of local roads like Church Avenue and Linden Boulevard alongside the Belt Parkway, reflecting a transition from dense city streets to suburban surroundings. Because the trip is so efficient, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to complete the transit quickly and get on with your day.
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
9 miles from Borough Park, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 17.9-mile journey offers a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged as you transition between different road types. With a highway share of only 35%, you will spend the majority of your time navigating local streets before connecting to the Belt Parkway. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on this parkway, covering 5.5 miles of the total distance. Expect the feel of the road to shift as you move from the urban density of Borough Park toward the suburban landscape of North Valley Stream. It is not a long-haul interstate grind, but rather a practical, varied drive that requires you to adapt to changing traffic patterns.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Belt Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 52nd Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 17.9 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 (52nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles (CI / Cross Island Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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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52nd Street
Turn right onto 52nd Street
Navigation decision point
8
9.6 mi into trip
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~20m in
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NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
8
15.9 mi into trip
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~29m in
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CI / Cross Island Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto CI / Cross Island Parkway toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge
9
16 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward Elmont Road, Linden Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 25B
Toward Elmont Road, Linden Boulevard
6
16.8 mi into trip
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~31m in
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Dutch Broadway
Turn right onto Dutch Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Borough Park, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.
Jfk Long Term Parking
9.6 mi in
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~20m
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via NY 27
Kiss & Fly
9.6 mi in
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~20m
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via NY 27
Eastern Long Island
10 mi in
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~21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Parkway | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Linden Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Church Avenue | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Dutch Broadway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 14th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Elmont Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Nassau Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Conduit Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Belt Parkway
— 5.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Borough Park, NY and North Valley Stream, NY.
1
Start on 12th Avenue
323 ft
·
20 sec
·
12th Avenue
2
Turn right onto 52nd Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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52nd Street
3
Turn left onto 14th Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
14th Avenue
4
Continue on Church Avenue
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Church Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn right onto Linden Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
165 ft
·
5 sec
7
Merge onto NY 27
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the none / straight lanes.
8
Continue on NY 27
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Conduit Avenue
9
Continue on NY 27
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Nassau Expressway
Toward NY 27 East
10
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Conduit Avenue
Toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island
12
Merge onto BP
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto CI
419 ft
·
5 sec
·
Cross Island Parkway
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
318 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 25B
Toward Elmont Road, Linden Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Elmont Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elmont Road
Use the none lane.
16
Turn right onto Dutch Broadway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Dutch Broadway
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto North Fletcher Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Fletcher Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
North Fletcher Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 34-minute duration of this trip, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. However, be prepared for the transition from local streets to the Belt Parkway, as traffic density can fluctuate significantly on these main roads. Since the drive is quite brief, you will not need to plan for formal rest stops, allowing you to complete the journey in one go. Keep your fuel tank in mind, but with a $3 estimate, you won't need to stress about frequent refueling along the way. A pro tip for this specific route is to monitor real-time traffic alerts for Linden Boulevard and Church Avenue, as these local arteries are key to keeping your travel time close to the 34-minute mark.
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 9 miles from Borough Park, NY, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.5 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 17.9 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Valley Stream, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Borough Park, 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 Borough Park, NY
This is one driving day of about 17.9 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Borough Park, 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 Belt Parkway for about 5.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9 mi from Borough Park, NY · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9 miles from Borough Park, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Valley Stream, NY
The final approach into North Valley Stream, 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 North Valley Stream, 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
$2.91 one way
$5.83 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
| premium | $4.88 | $3.44 | $6.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.98 | $7.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
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
North Valley Stream, NY
Evening in North Valley Stream on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
11 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
34m 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 Borough Park, NY to North Valley Stream, NY covers 17.9 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Belt Parkway, Linden Boulevard, Church Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9 miles from Borough Park, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.91 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 13 significant decision points across 17.9 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 (52nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles (CI / Cross Island Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Borough Park, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.
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