Origin
Jamaica, NY
Night in Jamaica on Sunday
Local time
9:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jamaica, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10.4 mi
17 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jamaica, NY
Mateusz Walendzik
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel the 10.4 miles from Jamaica, NY, to Brooklyn, NY, you can expect a quick transit of approximately 19 minutes. This short commute is ideal for a single-day trip and requires no overnight stops, making it highly flexible for your schedule. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly journey within the Northeast region. While the trip is short, you will navigate through a mix of local streets and parkways to reach your destination. It is a straightforward drive that serves as a practical link between these two New York boroughs rather than a scenic destination 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
5.2 miles from Jamaica, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through urban corridors. You will spend roughly 26% of your time on highways, with the remainder of the trip consisting of city street driving. The route utilizes a combination of Linden Boulevard, Church Avenue, and the Belt Parkway to move you toward your destination. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during a 3.8-mile segment on Linden Boulevard, which provides a brief reprieve from the frequent turns elsewhere. The personality of this drive is distinctly urban, shifting from local neighborhood roads to the slightly faster pace of the parkway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Linden Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.2 miles in near Liberty Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 10.4 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 0.2 miles (Liberty Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Van Wyck Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Liberty Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Van Wyck Expressway
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Kennedy Airport
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Kenned...
9
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
7
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m 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 Along This Route
Between Jamaica, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport and Belt Parkway West.
Kennedy Airport
1.1 mi in
|
~2m
Belt Parkway West
1.9 mi in
|
~3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Linden Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Church Avenue | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Belt Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Conduit Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pinegrove Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Liberty Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Tuskegee Airmen Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Linden Boulevard
— 3.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on Tuskegee Airmen Way
303 ft
·
17 sec
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Tuskegee Airmen Way
2
Turn right onto Pinegrove Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Pinegrove Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Liberty Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Kennedy Airport
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 678
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1W
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto BP
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none / 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 none lane.
13
Continue on NY 27
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the none lane.
14
Turn slight left onto Church Avenue
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Church Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue
257 ft
·
8 sec
·
Nostrand Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 19-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should always account for typical city traffic patterns. Since there are zero scheduled stops on this route, you can easily complete the entire distance in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between the various local roads and the Belt Parkway, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires quick lane changes. Keep your $2 fuel budget in mind for this quick transit, and ensure your vehicle is ready for the stop-and-go nature of local New York driving before you head out.
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 5.2 miles from Jamaica, NY, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 10.4 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.2 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jamaica, 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 Jamaica, NY
This is one driving day of about 10.4 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jamaica, 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 Linden Boulevard for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.2 mi from Jamaica, NY · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.2 miles from Jamaica, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brooklyn, NY
The final approach into Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, 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
$1.69 one way
$3.39 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $1.83 | $3.67 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.00 | $4.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.31 | $4.62 |
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: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Brooklyn, NY
Night in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
9:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
1 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
19m 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 Jamaica, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 10.4 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Linden Boulevard, Church Avenue, Belt Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.2 miles from Jamaica, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.69 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 13 significant decision points across 10.4 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 0.2 miles (Liberty Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (Van Wyck Expressway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jamaica, NY and Brooklyn, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport and Belt Parkway West.
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