Origin
Bushwick, NY
Evening in Bushwick on Sunday
Local time
5:03 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bushwick, NY to North Valley Stream, NY
Drive Time
26m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bushwick, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
North Valley Stream, NY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Bushwick, NY to North Valley Stream, NY, expect a quick 13.8-mile journey that typically takes about 26 minutes behind the wheel. This short commute is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight arrangements. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly cost-effective trip between these Northeast locations. Since you will be navigating through a mixed-drive environment, keep in mind that traffic patterns can shift quickly. It is a straightforward route that provides a direct link between the two points without requiring multiple stops along the way.
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
6.9 miles from Bushwick, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience as you transition from city streets to the arterial flow of the region. You will spend roughly 35% of your time on highways, utilizing the Grand Central Parkway and the Jackie Robinson Parkway to make your progress. The drive feels like a blend of local navigation and faster transit, with the longest uninterrupted stretch occurring over a 2.7-mile segment on the Grand Central Parkway. Myrtle Avenue handles the initial local portion of the trip before you merge into the more structured highway sections. The personality of the route shifts from tight, urban maneuvering to more open, flowing pavement as you move toward your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grand Central Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 2.7 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 3.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 13.8 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 3.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles (JR / Jackie Robinson Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward Jackie Robinson Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway East, Eastern Lo...
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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JR / Jackie Robinson Parkway
Merge onto JR / Jackie Robinson Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
9
5.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8E
Toward Grand Central Parkway East, Eastern Long...
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
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GCP / Grand Central Parkway
Merge onto GCP / Grand Central Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
8.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Francis Lewis Boulevard South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20B
Toward Francis Lewis Boulevard South
Towns Along This Route
Between Bushwick, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Jackie Robinson Parkway East, Eastern Long Island, Grand Central Parkway East and Francis Lewis Boulevard South.
Jackie Robinson Parkway East
3.4 mi in
|
~7m
Eastern Long Island
3.4 mi in
|
~7m
Grand Central Parkway East
5.5 mi in
|
~10m
Francis Lewis Boulevard South
8.6 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Central Parkway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Myrtle Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Jackie Robinson Parkway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Francis Lewis Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Dutch Broadway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 115th Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Cooper Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Linden Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Grand Central Parkway
— 2.7 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bushwick, NY and North Valley Stream, NY.
1
Start on Linden Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Linden Street
2
Turn right onto Myrtle Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Myrtle Avenue
3
Turn slight right onto Cypress Hills Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Cypress Hills Street
4
Turn left onto Cooper Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Cooper Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto Myrtle Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Myrtle Avenue
6
Turn slight right
156 ft
·
5 sec
7
Turn straight onto Forest Park Drive
476 ft
·
9 sec
·
Forest Park Drive
8
Take the ramp
525 ft
·
13 sec
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
9
Merge onto JR
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 8E
Toward Grand Central Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto GCP
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Grand Central Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 20B
Toward Francis Lewis Boulevard South
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto McLaughlin Avenue
418 ft
·
17 sec
·
McLaughlin Avenue
14
Turn right onto Francis Lewis Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Francis Lewis Boulevard
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto 115th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
115th Avenue
16
Turn left onto Springfield Boulevard
133 ft
·
6 sec
·
Springfield Boulevard
17
Turn right onto 115th Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
115th Avenue
18
Continue on Dutch Broadway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dutch Broadway
Use the none lane.
19
Turn right onto North Fletcher Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Fletcher Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
North Fletcher Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 26-minute drive, you have a lot of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is always wise to monitor local traffic reports before heading out. Since there are zero planned stops on this 13.8-mile route, ensure you are fueled up and ready to go before you leave Bushwick. The modest $2 fuel cost makes this an easy trip to budget for on a whim. To make the most of the drive, keep a close watch on your navigation app as you switch between Myrtle Avenue and the parkway systems to avoid missing your exits. Treat this as a simple, efficient connection rather than a long-haul road trip, and you will find it a hassle-free way to reach North Valley Stream.
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 6.9 miles from Bushwick, NY, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.7 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 13.8 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
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 Bushwick, 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 Bushwick, NY
This is one driving day of about 13.8 miles and 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bushwick, 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 Grand Central Parkway for about 2.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from Bushwick, NY · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Bushwick, 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
$2.25 one way
$4.49 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.43 | $4.87 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.65 | $5.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.07 | $6.13 |
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: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
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
North Valley Stream, NY
Evening in North Valley Stream on Sunday
Local time
5:03 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
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
26m 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 Bushwick, NY to North Valley Stream, NY covers 13.8 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grand Central Parkway, Myrtle Avenue, Jackie Robinson Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from Bushwick, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.25 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 12 significant decision points across 13.8 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 3.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles (JR / Jackie Robinson Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bushwick, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Jackie Robinson Parkway East, Eastern Long Island, Grand Central Parkway East and Francis Lewis Boulevard South.
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