The drive from Smithfield, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 99.7 miles and takes about 2h 27m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 22, I 684, Hutchinson River Parkway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.6 miles on State Highway 22.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.8 miles from Smithfield, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 99.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 27m highway drive covering 99.7 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 22 and I 684. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.6 miles on State Highway 22.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 22 and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 99.7 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 5 miles (NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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5 mi into trip|~11m in|NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22
Turn sharp right onto NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
66 mi into trip|~1h 34m 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
91.6 mi into trip|~2h 11m 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
91.7 mi into trip|~2h 12m 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
91.9 mi into trip|~2h 12m 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 Smithfield, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West and Brooklyn.
New York City
66 mi in|~1h 34m
Jackie Robinson Parkway West
91.6 mi in|~2h 11m
Union Turnpike West
91.7 mi in|~2h 12m
Brooklyn
91.9 mi in|~2h 12m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Highway 22
33.6 mi
50m
I 684
27.4 mi
32m
Hutchinson River Parkway
15.9 mi
23m
Jackie Robinson Parkway
4.8 mi
8m
Van Wyck Expressway
3.4 mi
5m
Smithfield Valley Road
2.6 mi
6m
Whitestone Expressway
2.3 mi
3m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
State Highway 22
— 33.6 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithfield, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on Smithfield Valley Road
72 ft·3 sec·Smithfield Valley Road
2
Continue on CR 83
0.7 mi·1 min·Sn Fri Road
3
Continue on CR 83
2.6 mi·6 min·Smithfield Valley Road
4
Merge onto US 44
1.2 mi·1 min·US 44
5
Turn right onto West Lake Amenia Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Lake Amenia Road
6
Turn sharp right onto NY 22; NY 343
34 mi·50 min·State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on I 684
27 mi·32 min·I 684
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi·2 min
Exit 1Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York CityUse the straight lane.
9
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi·10 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
8.2 mi·12 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 678
1.2 mi·1 min·Hutchinson River Expressway
12
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi·2 min·Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
13
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi·3 min·Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 678
3.4 mi·5 min·Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy AirportUse the slight left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Exit 7Toward NY 25 West: Union Turnpike West, Jackie Robinson Parkway WestUse the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 7B–AToward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·22 sec
Exit 7AToward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, BrooklynUse the slight left lane.
18
Continue on JR
4.8 mi·8 min·Jackie Robinson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork
296 ft·10 sec
Toward East New York AvenueUse the slight right lane.
20
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi·26 sec·Jamaica Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Continue on East New York Avenue
0.2 mi·24 sec·East New York Avenue
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on Pacific Street
464 ft·14 sec·Pacific Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn left onto Sackman Street
365 ft·9 sec·Sackman Street
24
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·East New York Avenue
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
25
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi·22 sec·Howard Avenue
26
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi·24 sec·Tapscott Street
27
Continue on Kings Highway
0.5 mi·54 sec·Kings Highway
28
Turn slight right
136 ft·5 sec
29
Turn straight onto Kings Highway
376 ft·12 sec·Kings Highway
30
Turn right onto NY 27
0.4 mi·45 sec·Linden Boulevard
31
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
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 49.8 miles from Smithfield, NY, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 22 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.8 miles or 1h 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 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Flatbush, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, NY
This is one driving day of about 99.7 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Smithfield, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 22 for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.8 mi from Smithfield, NY
· 1h 15m into the drive
The midpoint is around 49.8 miles from Smithfield, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around East Flatbush, 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.
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 99.7
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 99.7
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 99.7
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 99.7
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 99.7
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 82.5
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.9
0
$10.47
$4.79
Efficient EV
24.9
0
$8.72
$3.99
EV Truck/SUV
39.9
0
$13.96
$6.38
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Smithfield, NY
Night
in Smithfield on Thursday
Local time
10:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
East Flatbush, NY
Night
in East Flatbush on Thursday
Local time
10:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
7 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
2h 27m 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 Smithfield, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 99.7 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 22, I 684, Hutchinson River 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 49.8 miles from Smithfield, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.41 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 18 significant decision points across 99.7 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 5 miles (NY 22; NY 343 / State Highway 22): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 66 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Smithfield, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West and Brooklyn.
