Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
46m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brooklyn, NY
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Hicksville, NY
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If you are planning a trip from Brooklyn to Hicksville, you are looking at a 28-mile journey that typically takes about 46 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it does not require an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $4 on fuel for the entire drive. Because you will be navigating exclusively on local roads, this trip offers a direct, turn-heavy experience rather than a high-speed highway commute. It is a straightforward transit within the Northeast region that connects two distinct parts of New York without any need for complex logistics.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
14 miles from Brooklyn, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Prepare for a drive that stays entirely off the highway, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating local streets, primarily utilizing Snyder Avenue, East 31st Street, and Church Avenue. Since there are no highway stretches, the longest uninterrupted segment is technically zero miles on Snyder Avenue, meaning you should anticipate frequent turns and consistent stop-and-go navigation. The character of this drive is decidedly local, requiring your full attention as you transition through the dense grid of Brooklyn into the suburban layout of Hicksville.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Grand Central Parkway and Long Island Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 28 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19 miles (Shelter Rock Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork toward Grand Central Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Shelter Rock Road South, Searingtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp left onto Shelter Rock Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward NY 106 South, NY 107 South: Hicksville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto NY 106; NY 107 / North Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brooklyn, NY and Hicksville, NY, road signs point toward Grand Central Parkway East, Eastern Long Island, Shelter Rock Road South and Searingtown.
Grand Central Parkway East
Eastern Long Island
Shelter Rock Road South
Searingtown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Central Parkway | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| Long Island Expressway | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Jackie Robinson Parkway | 5 mi | 9m |
| Northern State Parkway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Church Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| North Broadway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Service Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Kings Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Hicksville, NY.
Start on Nostrand Avenue
Turn left onto Snyder Avenue
Turn left onto East 31st Street
Turn right onto Church Avenue
Turn left onto Kings Highway
Continue on Tapscott Street
Continue on Howard Avenue
Turn right onto Eastern Parkway
Turn right onto Dean Street
Turn slight left onto East New York Avenue
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
Turn left onto JR
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto GCP
Continue on N
Take the exit
Turn sharp left onto Shelter Rock Road
Turn right onto South Service Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Turn straight onto South Marginal Road
Turn right onto NY 106; NY 107
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 107
Continue on NY 107
Arrive at destination
Since this is a short 28-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for local traffic patterns typical of urban and suburban New York. Because there are zero planned stops along the way, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to cover the $4 cost comfortably. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of this route means you should rely on a reliable GPS to navigate the transition between Snyder Avenue, East 31st Street, and Church Avenue. Embracing the local pace is key here, as you will be navigating surface streets for the duration of the 46-minute trip.
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.
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 28 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hicksville, NY than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Brooklyn, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brooklyn, NY
This is one driving day of about 28 miles and 46m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 25m into the drive
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 14 miles from Brooklyn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hicksville, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.61 one way
$9.22 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.43 | $10.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Brooklyn on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Night in Hicksville on Wednesday
Local time
11:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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