Origin
East Flatbush, NY
Evening in East Flatbush on Sunday
Local time
7:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Flatbush, NY to North Valley Stream, NY
Drive Time
23m
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 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Flatbush, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
North Valley Stream, NY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick commute from East Flatbush to North Valley Stream, you are looking at a short 13.8-mile trip that typically takes around 23 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it requires no overnight stays and minimal planning. You can expect to keep your fuel budget very manageable, with costs estimated at just $2 for the entire journey. Navigating through the Northeast, you will transition between city corridors and suburban neighborhoods. Since this is a straightforward, low-cost drive, it offers a practical way to connect these two New York locations without the stress of a major road trip.
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 East Flatbush, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that blends highway travel with local navigation. About 46% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on the highway, specifically utilizing the Belt Parkway. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch on this parkway, covering 5.5 miles before you transition onto surface streets like Linden Boulevard and Dutch Broadway. The character of the road shifts from the faster pace of the parkway to the more technical, stop-and-go environment of local arteries. This combination makes for a functional drive that requires you to stay alert as you move from high-speed lanes into the flow of suburban traffic.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 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 5.5 miles in near NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 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 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; at 11.8 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 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
5.5 mi into trip
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~9m 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
5
5.9 mi into trip
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~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
8
11.8 mi into trip
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~19m 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
11.9 mi into trip
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~19m 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
12.7 mi into trip
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~21m 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 East Flatbush, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.
Jfk Long Term Parking
5.5 mi in
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~9m
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via NY 27
Kiss & Fly
5.5 mi in
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~9m
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via NY 27
Eastern Long Island
5.9 mi in
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~10m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Parkway | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Linden Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Dutch Broadway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Elmont Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Nassau Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Conduit Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Fletcher Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cross Island Parkway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Belt Parkway
— 5.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Flatbush, NY and North Valley Stream, 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
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
Take the exit
318 ft
·
12 sec
Exit 25B
Toward Elmont Road, Linden Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Elmont Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elmont Road
Use the none lane.
10
Turn right onto Dutch Broadway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Dutch Broadway
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto North Fletcher Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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North Fletcher Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
North Fletcher Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 23-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, be mindful that the transition from the Belt Parkway to local roads like Dutch Broadway may experience fluctuations in traffic volume depending on the time of day. Since the drive is only 13.8 miles, you likely will not need to plan for any formal stops, allowing you to reach your destination in one go. Keep your $2 fuel budget in mind, but ensure your vehicle is ready for a mix of highway and street driving before you head out. A helpful tip is to keep a close eye on your GPS when shifting off the highway, as local navigation through Linden Boulevard requires quick attention to changing road signs.
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 East Flatbush, NY, or about 12m 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 13.8 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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 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 13.8 miles and 23m.
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 Belt Parkway for about 5.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from East Flatbush, NY · 12m 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 East Flatbush, 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
7:11 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
23m 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 North Valley Stream, NY covers 13.8 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Belt Parkway, Linden Boulevard, Dutch Broadway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 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 $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 9 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 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; at 11.8 miles (CI / Cross Island Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between East Flatbush, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.
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