Origin
White Plains, NY
Afternoon in White Plains on Thursday
Local time
1:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from White Plains, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
32.5 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
White Plains, NY
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East Flatbush, NY
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Trip Overview
This 32.5-mile drive from White Plains, NY, to East Flatbush, NY, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 55 minutes. It's designed as a single-day excursion, so no overnight stays are needed. You'll navigate primarily using the Hutchinson River Parkway, Jackie Robinson Parkway, and Van Wyck Expressway, with about 69% of the journey on highways. Budget around $5 for fuel for this short hop within New York. The route offers a practical way to get from one point to another without much fuss, making it ideal for a quick transit.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 32.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 55-minute journey. With 69% of the drive on highways, you'll encounter a good amount of faster-paced travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 10.9 miles along the Hutchinson River Parkway, offering a sustained period of highway driving. As you transition from the Hutchinson River Parkway to the Jackie Robinson Parkway and then the Van Wyck Expressway, the road character remains largely consistent with well-maintained parkways and expressways designed for efficient travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 38 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 10.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hutchinson River Parkway and Jackie Robinson Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 25 decision points packed into just 32.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, Larchmont
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, Larchmont
7
8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Hutchinson River Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Whitestone Bridge
8
24.4 mi into trip
|
~39m 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
24.6 mi into trip
|
~40m 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
24.7 mi into trip
|
~40m 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 White Plains, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, Larchmont, Hutchinson Parkway South, Jackie Robinson Parkway West and Union Turnpike West - among others.
New Rochelle
3.1 mi in
|
~6m
Mamaroneck
3.1 mi in
|
~6m
Larchmont
3.1 mi in
|
~6m
Hutchinson Parkway South
5.1 mi in
|
~10m
Jackie Robinson Parkway West
24.4 mi in
|
~39m
Union Turnpike West
24.6 mi in
|
~40m
Brooklyn
24.7 mi in
|
~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| Jackie Robinson Parkway | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Whitestone Expressway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Old Mamaroneck Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Hutchinson River Expressway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East New York Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Hutchinson River Parkway
— 10.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between White Plains, NY and East Flatbush, NY.
1
Start on NY 119
72 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 22
467 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Broadway
Use the left lane.
3
Turn slight left onto NY 119
121 ft
·
4 sec
·
Hamilton Avenue
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
4
Continue on NY 22
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
North Broadway
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto South Broadway
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Maple Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Maple Avenue
7
Turn left onto NY 125
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Mamaroneck Avenue
8
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 125
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Mamaroneck Road
9
Continue on NY 125
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Secor Road
10
Keep slight right at fork
441 ft
·
9 sec
Toward New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, Larchmont
11
Turn straight onto Heathcote Bypass
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Heathcote Bypass
12
Turn straight onto NY 125
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Weaver Street
13
Turn right onto Stratton Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Stratton Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Pinebrook Boulevard
523 ft
·
16 sec
·
Pinebrook Boulevard
Use the left lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Hutchinson Parkway South
16
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
17
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.
18
Continue on I 678
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hutchinson River Expressway
19
Continue on I 678
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
20
Continue on I 678
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
21
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.
22
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.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 7B–A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Union Turnpike West
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 7A
Toward Jackie Robinson Parkway West, Brooklyn
Use the slight left lane.
25
Continue on JR
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Jackie Robinson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
296 ft
·
10 sec
Toward East New York Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
27
Continue on Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Continue on East New York Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight lane.
29
Continue on Pacific Street
464 ft
·
14 sec
·
Pacific Street
Use the straight lane.
30
Turn left onto Sackman Street
365 ft
·
9 sec
·
Sackman Street
31
Turn right onto East New York Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East New York Avenue
Use the straight / left / slight right lanes.
32
Turn left onto Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Howard Avenue
33
Continue on Tapscott Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Tapscott Street
34
Continue on Kings Highway
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Kings Highway
35
Turn slight right
136 ft
·
5 sec
36
Turn straight onto Kings Highway
376 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kings Highway
37
Turn right onto NY 27
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Linden Boulevard
38
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.2 mi from White Plains, NY · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.2 miles from White Plains, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Flatbush, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into East Flatbush, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.35 one way
$10.70 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
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
$5
Tolls
$7
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
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.
Destination
East Flatbush, NY
Afternoon in East Flatbush on Thursday
Local time
1:19 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
9 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
55m 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 White Plains, NY to East Flatbush, NY covers 32.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hutchinson River Parkway, Jackie Robinson Parkway, Van Wyck Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.2 miles from White Plains, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.35 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 short but busy drive. With 25 decision points packed into just 32.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between White Plains, NY and East Flatbush, NY, road signs point toward New Rochelle, Mamaroneck, Larchmont, Hutchinson Parkway South, Jackie Robinson Parkway West and Union Turnpike West - among others.
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.
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