Origin
Richmond Hill, NY
Evening in Richmond Hill on Sunday
Local time
7:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richmond Hill, NY to Brooklyn, NY
Drive Time
17m
Distance
7.9 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
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6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richmond Hill, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Trip Overview
Spanning just 8.5 miles, this quick trip from Richmond Hill to Brooklyn is a straightforward local transit that you can easily complete in about 30 minutes. Since the entire journey stays on local streets rather than highways, it works perfectly as a short day trip that requires no overnight planning. You will navigate through the Northeast region, staying entirely within New York, making it a very accessible commute. With a fuel cost of only $1, it is an incredibly budget-friendly route for your schedule. Because there are no scheduled stops, you can expect a continuous drive that gets you to your destination efficiently.
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
4 miles from Richmond Hill, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through urban streets. You will spend your time on East New York Avenue, Pacific Street, and Sackman Street, with zero percent of the trip spent on highways. Because the longest stretch is 0 miles on East New York Avenue, this route is characterized by constant adjustments rather than long, open-road cruising. The personality of this drive is purely functional, reflecting the dense, stop-and-go nature of local city navigation. You won't encounter any high-speed stretches, so prepare for a slower pace that keeps you engaged with the immediate surroundings.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jamaica Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 4.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Jamaica Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Jamaica Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (Sackman Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (East New York Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Jamaica Avenue
Depart onto Jamaica Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
4.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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Sackman Street
Turn left onto Sackman Street
Navigation decision point
5
4.4 mi into trip
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~9m in
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East New York Avenue
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
5
6.3 mi into trip
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~13m in
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NY 27 / Linden Boulevard
Turn right onto NY 27 / Linden Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
6.7 mi into trip
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~14m in
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Utica Avenue
Turn left onto Utica Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jamaica Avenue | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| East New York Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Church Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Kings Highway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Linden Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Howard Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Tapscott Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Utica Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jamaica Avenue
— 4.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond Hill, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on Jamaica Avenue
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Continue on East New York Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on Pacific Street
464 ft
·
14 sec
·
Pacific Street
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn left onto Sackman Street
365 ft
·
9 sec
·
Sackman Street
5
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Howard Avenue
7
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Tapscott Street
8
Continue on Kings Highway
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Kings Highway
Use the none lane.
9
Turn slight right
136 ft
·
5 sec
10
Turn straight onto Kings Highway
376 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kings Highway
11
Turn right onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto Utica Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Utica Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right onto Church Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Church Avenue
14
Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue
257 ft
·
8 sec
·
Nostrand Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 8.5-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility when it comes to your departure time. Since the drive takes just 30 minutes, you don't need to worry about pacing or mapping out rest stops along the way. Keep in mind that as a strictly local route, traffic patterns on East New York Avenue can fluctuate, so checking your GPS before you head out is a smart move. Because your fuel budget is capped at $1, you won't need to plan for refueling stops during the transit. Take advantage of the short duration to enjoy the ease of travel without the stress of long-distance preparation.
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 4 miles from Richmond Hill, NY, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.1 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 7.9 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
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 Richmond Hill, 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 Richmond Hill, NY
This is one driving day of about 7.9 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Richmond Hill, 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 Jamaica Avenue for about 4.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4 mi from Richmond Hill, NY · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4 miles from Richmond Hill, 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
$1.29 one way
$2.57 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $1.39 | $2.79 |
| premium | $4.88 | $1.52 | $3.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.76 | $3.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Brooklyn, NY
Evening in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
7:47 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
17m 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 Richmond Hill, NY to Brooklyn, NY covers 7.9 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jamaica Avenue, East New York Avenue, Church Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4 miles from Richmond Hill, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.29 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 7.9 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Jamaica Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (Sackman Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (East New York Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Richmond Hill, NY to Brooklyn, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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