Origin
Long Beach, NY
Late night in Long Beach on Monday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
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Unavailable
Trip from Long Beach, NY to Queens, NY
Drive Time
30m
Distance
16.1 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
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6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Beach, NY
Sarah O'Shea
Queens, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Long Beach to Queens, you are looking at a short, 15.5-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes to complete. This trip is perfectly suited as a quick day outing, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $2 on fuel for the entire distance, making it an incredibly budget-friendly commute within the Northeast. Because this route involves navigating local streets rather than major interstates, it offers a straightforward way to move between these two New York locations. It is an ideal choice if you need a reliable, low-cost transit option without the need for extensive travel planning.
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
8.1 miles from Long Beach, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way through the neighborhood streets. You will navigate via East Park Avenue, Monroe Boulevard, and Long Beach Boulevard, relying entirely on local roads with zero highway miles involved. Since there is no highway driving, you won't encounter long, high-speed stretches; in fact, the longest uninterrupted drive you will experience is 0 miles on East Park Avenue. This creates a stop-and-go experience that requires your full attention on local navigation rather than highway cruising. The character of the trip remains consistent from start to finish, keeping you engaged with the surrounding local environment throughout the duration of the drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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.
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 East Park Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 16.1 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 0.2 miles (East Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Long Beach Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Park Avenue
Turn left onto East Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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Long Beach Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Long Beach Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
7
12.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward Rockaway Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21A
Toward Rockaway Boulevard
6
13.2 mi into trip
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~23m in
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Rockaway Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Rockaway Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Long Beach, NY to Queens, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Parkway West along the way.
Belt Parkway West
10.8 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Long Beach Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| Rockaway Boulevard | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| Belt Parkway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Lincoln Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Long Beach Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Conduit Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Park Avenue | 0.2 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 Queens, NY.
1
Start on this road
378 ft
·
28 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Park Avenue
347 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Park Avenue
3
Turn left onto Monroe Boulevard
168 ft
·
17 sec
·
Monroe Boulevard
4
Turn left onto East Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Park Avenue
5
Turn right onto Long Beach Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Long Beach Boulevard
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Long Beach Boulevard
522 ft
·
13 sec
·
Long Beach Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Turn slight right onto Long Beach Road
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Long Beach Road
Use the none lane.
8
Turn slight left onto Lincoln Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn slight right onto North Centre Avenue
200 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Centre Avenue
10
Turn left onto NY 27
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
12
Merge onto BP
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 21A
Toward Rockaway Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto NY 27
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Conduit Avenue
15
Turn right onto Rockaway Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Rockaway Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Rockaway Boulevard
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Rockaway Boulevard
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto 103rd Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
103rd Street
18
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
257 ft
·
11 sec
·
Liberty Avenue
19
Turn right onto 104th Street
205 ft
·
9 sec
·
104th Street
20
Arrive at destination
104th Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 42-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though keep in mind that local traffic patterns will dictate your actual arrival. Because there are no scheduled stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily complete the journey in one go. You should focus on staying alert for local turns rather than worrying about long-distance fatigue or extended fuel stops. A practical tip for this specific route is to stay vigilant while navigating the transition between Monroe Boulevard and Long Beach Boulevard, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive demands steady focus. Given the low $2 fuel cost, you won't need to worry about planning for gas stations along the way.
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 8.1 miles from Long Beach, NY, or about 15m 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 16.1 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.1 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, NY
This is one driving day of about 16.1 miles and 30m.
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 8.1 mi from Long Beach, NY · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.1 miles from Long Beach, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Queens, NY
The final approach into Queens, 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 Queens, 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
$2.62 one way
$5.24 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.84 | $5.68 |
| premium | $4.88 | $3.10 | $6.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.58 | $7.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.25 | $1.03 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Queens, NY
Late night in Queens on Monday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°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.
Road read
30m 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 Long Beach, NY to Queens, NY covers 16.1 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Long Beach Road, Rockaway Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.1 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 $2.62 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 16 significant decision points across 16.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (Long Beach Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Long Beach, NY to Queens, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Parkway West along the way.
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