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Pound Ridge, NY
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11:05 PM
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Trip from Pound Ridge, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
52.1 mi
84 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pound Ridge, NY
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East Flatbush, NY
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Trip Overview
This 52.1-mile drive from Pound Ridge, NY to East Flatbush, NY is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. The route is heavily focused on highways, with about 75% of the journey on these types of roads. You'll primarily be on the Hutchinson River Parkway, I-684, and the Jackie Robinson Parkway. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this is an economical option for a quick getaway or commute within the Northeast region. Given its short duration and straightforward path, it’s perfectly suited for a single day of travel without the need for an overnight stop.
About the Cities
Arriving in East Flatbush, NY
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 52.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 52.1-mile journey. Roughly 75% of the route utilizes high-speed parkways and interstates, offering efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.9 miles on the Hutchinson River Parkway, providing a solid segment of consistent driving. While predominantly highway, the transition between the Hutchinson River Parkway, I-684, and the Jackie Robinson Parkway means you'll experience the distinct personalities of each. This route prioritizes getting you to your destination effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hutchinson River Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hutchinson River Parkway and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.1 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 684 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 684 South
9
18.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
8
44 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7
Toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie...
8
44.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7B–A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turn...
10
44.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Pound Ridge, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West and Brooklyn.
New York City
18.4 mi in
|
~26m
Jackie Robinson Parkway West
44 mi in
|
~1h 4m
Union Turnpike West
44.2 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Brooklyn
44.3 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 15.9 mi | 23m |
| I 684 | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| Jackie Robinson Parkway | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Pound Ridge Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Whitestone Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South Bedford Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Hutchinson River Parkway
— 15.9 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pound Ridge, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on NY 137
54 ft
·
8 sec
·
Westchester Avenue
2
Continue on Westchester Avenue
288 ft
·
5 sec
·
Westchester Avenue
3
Turn straight onto NY 172
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Pound Ridge Road
4
Continue on NY 172
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Pound Ridge Road
5
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 172
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Pound Ridge Road
6
Turn straight onto NY 22; NY 172
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Post Road
7
Turn right onto NY 172
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Bedford Road
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 684 South
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 684
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 684
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Use the straight lane.
11
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 678
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hutchinson River Expressway
14
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
15
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
Use the slight left lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 7
Toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway West
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 7B–A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 7A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
Use the slight left lane.
20
Continue on JR
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork
296 ft
·
10 sec
Toward East New York Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
22
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on East New York Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on Pacific Street
464 ft
·
14 sec
·
Pacific Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn left onto Sackman Street
365 ft
·
9 sec
·
Sackman Street
26
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
27
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Howard Avenue
28
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Tapscott Street
29
Continue on Kings Highway
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Kings Highway
30
Turn slight right
136 ft
·
5 sec
31
Turn straight onto Kings Highway
376 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kings Highway
32
Turn right onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
33
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26 mi from Pound Ridge, NY · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Pound Ridge, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Flatbush, NY
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.58 one way
$17.15 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.27 | $18.55 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.10 | $20.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.50 | $23.01 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$7
Total
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
East Flatbush, NY
Night in East Flatbush on Friday
Local time
11:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
8 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 20m 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 Pound Ridge, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 52.1 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hutchinson River Parkway, I 684, Jackie Robinson Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26 miles from Pound Ridge, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.58 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.1 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 18.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 44 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Pound Ridge, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West and Brooklyn.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Governors Island National Monument, African Burial Ground National Monument and Castle Clinton National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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