Origin
Deer Park, NY
Morning in Deer Park on Saturday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deer Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
37.1 mi
60 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deer Park, NY
Muzin Kahraman
East Flatbush, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 37.1-mile drive from Deer Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 52 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via the Southern State Parkway and the Belt Parkway, with Linden Boulevard also playing a role. With a highway share of 79%, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $6, making it an economical option. This route stays within New York, offering a convenient local excursion without needing an overnight stay.
About the Cities
Arriving in East Flatbush, NY
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 37.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 37.1-mile trip, with 79% of it on high-speed parkways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.9 miles on the Southern State Parkway, offering a solid period of consistent travel. The transition to the Belt Parkway and then Linden Boulevard will introduce some variation as you approach your destination. While predominantly highway, be prepared for potential traffic as you enter more urban areas.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Belt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Acorn Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 37.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Acorn Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 26.4 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Acorn Street
Turn sharp left onto Acorn Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Main Street
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
26.4 mi into trip
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~34m in
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BP / Belt Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
28.8 mi into trip
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~38m in
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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
31.7 mi into trip
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~42m 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 Deer Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY, road signs begin pointing toward So West: New York along the way.
So West: New York
2.1 mi in
|
~3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern State Parkway | 22.9 mi | 29m |
| Belt Parkway | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Linden Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Deer Park Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| North Conduit Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Acorn Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 22.9 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Park, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on NY 231
25 ft
·
7 sec
·
Deer Park Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto Acorn Street
236 ft
·
16 sec
·
Acorn Street
3
Turn sharp left onto Main Street
179 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
4
Turn right onto NY 231
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Deer Park Avenue
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward SO West: New York
6
Merge onto SO
23 mi
·
29 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on BP
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Belt Parkway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto BP
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 17W
Toward North Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto NY 27
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Conduit Avenue
12
Turn straight onto NY 27
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on NY 27
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
14
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.5 mi from Deer Park, NY · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 miles from Deer Park, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Flatbush, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into East Flatbush, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.11 one way
$12.21 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $6.60 | $13.21 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.25 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
East Flatbush, NY
Morning in East Flatbush on Saturday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 6 to 10 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:08PM EDT until April 14 at 7:30PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:07PM EDT until April 14 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
52m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Deer Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 37.1 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern State Parkway, Belt Parkway, Linden Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.5 miles from Deer Park, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.11 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 10 decision points packed into just 37.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Acorn Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; near the start (Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 26.4 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Deer Park, NY to East Flatbush, NY, road signs begin pointing toward So West: New York along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Governors Island National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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