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1h 46m
Distance
75.3 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flanders, NY
Mats Van Lishout
East Flatbush, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Traveling from Flanders to East Flatbush covers 75.3 miles across the Northeast, a trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes. Because of the relatively short distance, this is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes Sunrise Highway, East Moriches-Riverhead Road, and the Belt Parkway to navigate from the East End toward the city. Since there are no scheduled stops, you can expect a fairly direct commute, though you should remain prepared for the turn-heavy nature of the local segments. It is a straightforward transit that gets you from the quiet of the North Fork area into the heart of Brooklyn without excessive travel time.
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
37.6 miles from Flanders, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Expect a drive defined by its turn-heavy local segments rather than high-speed cruising. While you will spend 54.6 miles of the journey on the Sunrise Highway, the overall highway share is quite low at only 6%. This means the road’s personality shifts significantly as you transition from local roadways onto the Belt Parkway. You will experience a mix of technical turns and regional thoroughfares that require your full attention behind the wheel. The drive starts with the local navigation of East Moriches-Riverhead Road before settling into the longer stretch, eventually transitioning into the urban-adjacent flow of the parkway system. It is a practical, functional drive that requires you to stay alert through changing speed limits and intersection-heavy sections.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
28 ft
Total Descent
163 ft
Highest Point
166 ft
~5.4 mi in
Elevation Range
155 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near CR 94 / Nugent Drive.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 75.3 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 2.6 miles (CR 94 / Nugent Drive): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles (CR 94 / Nugent Drive): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto CR 94 / Nugent Drive toward Calverton, New York, County Center, All Courts
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Straight onto CR 94 / Nugent Drive toward Calverton, New York, County Center, All Courts
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward CR 51 south: Suffolk County Offices, Criminal/Surrogate/Family Courts, Suffolk County Community College - Riverhead Campus, East Moriches
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward North Conduit Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
On the drive from Flanders, NY to East Flatbush, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Parkway West along the way.
Belt Parkway West
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 54.6 mi | 1h 13m |
| East Moriches-Riverhead Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Belt Parkway | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Linden Boulevard | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Flanders Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Center Drive South | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Conduit Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Nugent Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Flanders, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
Start on NY 24
Enter roundabout onto CR 94
Continue on CR 94
Take the exit
Merge onto CR 51
Continue on CR 51
Take the ramp
Merge onto NY 27
Take the exit
Merge onto BP
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
Take the exit
Merge onto NY 27
Turn straight onto NY 27
Continue on NY 27
Arrive at destination
Given the turn-heavy nature of this 75.3-mile route, try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid the inevitable congestion often found on the Belt Parkway. Because the drive is short, you have the flexibility to complete it in one go without needing to plan for extended rest stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Flanders, as your $12 budget is based on efficient transit without long idling periods. Since the route relies heavily on local roads, using a real-time navigation app is a smart move to help you manage the frequent turns effectively. Staying flexible with your departure time is your biggest advantage for keeping this sub-two-hour trip as stress-free as possible.
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 75.3 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.6 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Flatbush, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Flanders, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Flanders, NY
This is one driving day of about 75.3 miles and 1h 46m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.6 mi from Flanders, NY · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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.
A short stop after about 75.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 37.6 miles from Flanders, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into East Flatbush, 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 East Flatbush, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$12.26 one way
$24.52 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $13.28 | $26.57 |
| premium | $4.88 | $14.48 | $28.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.73 | $33.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.61 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Morning in Flanders on Monday
Local time
11:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Morning in East Flatbush on Monday
Local time
11:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
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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