Trip from Long Beach, NY to New York City, NY

Drive Time

52m

Distance

30.1 mi

48 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

16 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min

4 AM

0h 48m ★

6 AM

0h 53m

8 AM

1h 1m

10 AM

0h 56m

12 PM

0h 55m

3 PM

0h 56m

5 PM

1h 1m

8 PM

0h 50m

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

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Long Beach, NY

Sarah O'Shea

New York City, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Long Beach to New York City is a quick 30.1-mile journey that typically takes about 52 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it connects the coastal atmosphere of Long Beach to the urban core of New York City. You will primarily navigate via the Van Wyck Expressway, Sunrise Highway, and Long Beach Road. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, the transit is highly economical for a short-term commute. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will experience a familiar regional transition from suburban coastal living into the dense city environment. It is an ideal route for those seeking a straightforward connection between the beach and the city.

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

15 miles from Long Beach, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 30.1-mile drive offers a mixed-road profile that shifts between local streets and busier expressways. You will spend about 42% of your time on highways, balancing suburban navigation with higher-speed arterial roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 5.1-mile run along the Sunrise Highway. As you transition from the local Long Beach Road onto the Van Wyck Expressway, the character of the drive changes from neighborhood traffic to a more structured, high-volume flow. Expect a functional drive that requires your full attention as you move through these varying road types toward your destination.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 31 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 5.1 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

113 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

144 ft

Total Descent

116 ft

Highest Point

113 ft

~22.5 mi in

Elevation Range

107 ft

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 13.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

Complex — stay alert throughout

This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 30.1 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 13.2 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one; at 13.7 miles: Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.3 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 25 key points

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

13.2 mi into trip | ~22m in

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 19 Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whites...

13.7 mi into trip | ~23m in

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway

19.3 mi into trip | ~31m in

Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 12B Toward I 495 West: Midtown Tunnel

24.2 mi into trip | ~38m in

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street

26.7 mi into trip | ~42m in | Williamsburg Bridge

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 32A Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan

Towns Along This Route

Between Long Beach, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge, Whitestone Bridge, 48Th Street, Williamsburg Bridge and Manhattan.

Belt Parkway West

10.8 mi in | ~18m

Verrazano Bridge

10.8 mi in | ~18m

Whitestone Bridge

13.2 mi in | ~22m

48Th Street

24.2 mi in | ~38m

Williamsburg Bridge

26.7 mi in | ~42m | via Williamsburg Bridge

Manhattan

26.7 mi in | ~42m | via Williamsburg Bridge

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Sunrise Highway	5.1 mi	7m
Van Wyck Expressway	5 mi	6m
Long Beach Road	3.7 mi	7m
Long Island Expressway	3.4 mi	5m
Belt Parkway	2.3 mi	3m
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway	2 mi	3m
Williamsburg Bridge	1.9 mi	4m
Lincoln Avenue	0.9 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Sunrise Highway — 5.1 mi, about 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Long Beach, NY and New York City, NY.

Start on this road

378 ft · 28 sec · this road

Turn left onto East Park Avenue

347 ft · 5 sec · East Park Avenue

Turn left onto Monroe Boulevard

168 ft · 17 sec · Monroe Boulevard

Turn left onto East Park Avenue

0.1 mi · 24 sec · East Park Avenue

Turn right onto Long Beach Boulevard

0.6 mi · 1 min · Long Beach Boulevard

Keep slight left at fork onto Long Beach Boulevard

522 ft · 13 sec · Long Beach Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto Long Beach Road

3.7 mi · 7 min · Long Beach Road

Use the none lane.

Turn slight left onto Lincoln Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn slight right onto North Centre Avenue

200 ft · 6 sec · North Centre Avenue

Turn left onto NY 27

5.1 mi · 7 min · Sunrise Highway

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec

Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge

Merge onto BP

1.8 mi · 2 min · Belt Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto BP

0.4 mi · 39 sec · Belt Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 19 Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 25 sec

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 678

5.0 mi · 6 min · Van Wyck Expressway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 58 sec

Exit 12B Toward I 495 West: Midtown Tunnel Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 495

3.4 mi · 5 min · Long Island Expressway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 17W Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 10 sec

Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 278

2.0 mi · 3 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge

0.7 mi · 1 min · Williamsburg Bridge

Exit 32A Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge

1.2 mi · 2 min · Williamsburg Bridge

Use the slight left lane.

Continue on Delancey Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Delancey Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on Kenmare Street

0.2 mi · 57 sec · Kenmare Street

At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Lafayette Street

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Howard Street

510 ft · 24 sec · Howard Street

Turn left onto Broadway

0.5 mi · 1 min · Broadway

Use the straight / none lanes.

Arrive at destination

Broadway

Trip Plan

Because this is a short 52-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though planning around peak traffic hours is always wise when entering New York City. You won't need to worry about planning long-haul stops, as the entire route is easily manageable in one go without scheduled breaks. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind, but ensure your vehicle is ready for stop-and-go conditions common on the Van Wyck Expressway. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor real-time traffic reports before you leave Long Beach, as the combination of Sunrise Highway and expressway traffic can significantly impact your travel time. Embrace the ease of this short distance and enjoy the quick transition between the coast and the city.

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 15 miles from Long Beach, NY, or about 25m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.1 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 30.1 miles or 52m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 15 miles or 25m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 40m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, NY

This is one driving day of about 30.1 miles and 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Long Beach, 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 5.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15 mi from Long Beach, NY · 25m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jamaica, NY

15 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

Jamaica, NY to New York City, NY

17.1 mi · 39m

Pacing Suggestions

Brooklyn, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jamaica, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15 miles from Long Beach, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New York City, NY

The final approach into New York City, 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 New York City, NY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

0 mi from route Free near mile 30.1

View on nps.gov

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 30.1

View on nps.gov

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 30.1

View on nps.gov

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free near mile 29

View on nps.gov

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 30.1

View on nps.gov

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 30.1

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.75 one way

$9.50 round trip

$4.01/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$5.31	$10.62
premium	$4.86	$5.76	$11.52
diesel	$4.69	$5.56	$11.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way.

EV Charging Along Route

16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Green Acres Commons - Tesla Supercharger

Valley Stream, NY

Tesla

24 DCFC

Burnside Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Inwood, NY

Tesla

20 DCFC

Stop & Shop - Tesla Supercharger

Queens, NY

Tesla

20 DCFC

Peninsula Shopping Center

Hewlett, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

JFK Airport Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Queens, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

JFK Airport - Cell Phone Lot

Queens, NY

REVEL

12 DCFC

EVolve NY Queens JFK Airport

Queens, NY

Electrify America

10 DCFC

Valley Stream, NY

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

6 DCFC

Tesla: 5 Electrify America: 3 ChargePoint Network: 3 ZEFNET: 2 Non-Networked: 1 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1 REVEL: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	9	$3.16	$1.44
Efficient EV	7.5	$2.63	$1.20
EV Truck/SUV	12	$4.21	$1.93

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 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 2 hours ago

Origin

Long Beach, NY

Night in Long Beach on Sunday

Local time

9:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

Unavailable

Destination

New York City, NY

Night in New York City on Sunday

Local time

9:50 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Mostly Sunny

SE 14 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Along the Route

57°F

Jamaica, NY

15 mi in

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.

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 Long Beach, NY to New York City, NY covers 30.1 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Van Wyck Expressway, Long Beach Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 15 miles from Long Beach, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.75 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.

Between Long Beach, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge, Whitestone Bridge, 48Th Street, Williamsburg Bridge and Manhattan.

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Trip from Long Beach, NY to New York City, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in New York City, NY

National Parks Near This Route

African Burial Ground National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

Stonewall National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Long Beach, NY

New York City, NY

Same local time

52m on the road

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