Trip from East Flatbush, NY to Islip Terrace, NY

Drive Time

58m

Distance

40.7 mi

66 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 54m ★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m

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

Downtown East Flatbush, NY, NY

East Flatbush, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Downtown Islip Terrace, NY, NY

Islip Terrace, NY

Mel Audelo

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from East Flatbush to Islip Terrace, you are looking at a 40.7-mile journey that typically takes about 58 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a quick day outing, requiring only one day of travel. You will navigate a mix of thoroughfares including Linden Boulevard, the Belt Parkway, and Sunrise Highway. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. This route keeps you within the Northeast region, transitioning you from the city atmosphere of Brooklyn out toward the suburban landscape of Long Island. It is a straightforward commute that is easy to manage in a single sitting without the need for an overnight stop.

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

20.4 miles from East Flatbush, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your attention as you navigate through various urban and suburban zones. While you will spend 11% of your time on highways, the personality of this route is defined by its local character rather than long, monotonous stretches. You will spend the bulk of your time on Sunrise Highway, which provides the longest uninterrupted segment of the trip at 29.7 miles. The transition from city streets to these arterial roads creates a shifting driving experience that keeps you engaged. Be prepared for a variety of traffic patterns as you move from the initial local segments onto the more consistent highway portions.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 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 29.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 27 / Linden Boulevard.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 58m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 27 / Linden Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

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

3
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | NY 27 / Linden Boulevard

Depart onto NY 27 / Linden Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
8
5.5 mi into trip | ~9m in | 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
5
5.9 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island

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

Toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island
5
6.3 mi into trip | ~11m in | BP / Belt Parkway

Merge onto BP / Belt Parkway

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

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
9.9 mi into trip | ~16m in

Take the exit toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 23B Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boule...

Towns Along This Route

Between East Flatbush, NY and Islip Terrace, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.

Jfk Long Term Parking

5.5 mi in | ~9m | via NY 27

Kiss & Fly

5.5 mi in | ~9m | via NY 27

Eastern Long Island

5.9 mi in | ~10m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Sunrise Highway 29.7 mi 39m
Linden Boulevard 4.5 mi 7m
Belt Parkway 3.6 mi 5m
South Conduit Avenue 1.7 mi 3m
Nassau Expressway 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Sunrise Highway — 29.7 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Flatbush, NY and Islip Terrace, NY.

1

Start on NY 27

4.5 mi · 7 min · Linden Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2

Continue on NY 27

0.3 mi · 25 sec · South Conduit Avenue
3

Continue on NY 27

0.8 mi · 1 min · Nassau Expressway
Toward NY 27 East
4

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.
5

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island
6

Merge onto BP

3.6 mi · 5 min · Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 22 sec
Exit 23B Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on NY 27

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on NY 27

30 mi · 39 min · Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
10

Arrive at destination

NY 27

Trip Plan

Since this is a 58-minute drive, you have significant flexibility in your departure time, though you should account for typical regional traffic fluctuations. You won't need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the distance is short enough to drive straight through. Keep in mind that with zero scheduled stops, your biggest priority is ensuring your tank is ready for the 40.7-mile trek before you head out. A concrete tip for this specific route is to stay vigilant during the transition from the Belt Parkway onto Sunrise Highway, as the road character changes quickly and requires smooth navigation. Use this trip's brevity to your advantage by planning your departure to avoid peak local rush hours.

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 20.4 miles from East Flatbush, NY, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.7 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 40.7 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 20.4 miles or 31m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip Terrace, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving East Flatbush, 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 East Flatbush, NY

This is one driving day of about 40.7 miles and 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Flatbush, 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 Sunrise Highway for about 29.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 20.4 mi from East Flatbush, NY · 31m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hempstead, NY

20 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.

Popular next leg

Hempstead, NY to Islip Terrace, NY

24.3 mi · 33m

Pacing Suggestions

Islip, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hempstead, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 20.4 miles from East Flatbush, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Islip Terrace, NY

The final approach into Islip Terrace, 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 Islip Terrace, 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

$6.63 one way

$13.25 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $7.18 $14.36
premium $4.88 $7.82 $15.65
diesel $5.64 $9.04 $18.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$32–$57

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12.2 0 $4.27 $1.95
Efficient EV 10.2 0 $3.56 $1.63
EV Truck/SUV 16.3 0 $5.70 $2.60

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (64% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

East Flatbush, NY

Evening in East Flatbush on Sunday

Local time

5:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Islip Terrace, NY

Evening in Islip Terrace on Sunday

Local time

5:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°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

8 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

58m 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 East Flatbush, NY to Islip Terrace, NY covers 40.7 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Linden Boulevard, Belt Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.4 miles from East Flatbush, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.63 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 straightforward 58m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 27 / Linden Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between East Flatbush, NY and Islip Terrace, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.

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