How far is Astoria, NY from Far Rockaway, NY?
The driving distance from Astoria, NY to Far Rockaway, NY is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 32m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A hamlet in the Town of Mount Pleasant, New York.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Astoria and Far Rockaway.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria and Far Rockaway.
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Start on 12th Street
7 m · 4 sec · 12th Street
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Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
1.2 km · 2 min · Astoria Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 278 West: Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Grand Central Parkway East
983 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Grand Central Parkway
1699 ft · 36 sec · Grand Central Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Grand Central Parkway
6.3 mi · 9 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Kennedy Airport
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Van Wyck Expressway
2.6 mi · 3 min · Van Wyck Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Rockaway Boulevard
1083 ft · 28 sec
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Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway
58 m · 10 sec · Van Wyck Expressway
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Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard
1.9 mi · 4 min · Rockaway Boulevard
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Turn left onto Rockaway Boulevard
2.6 mi · 6 min · Rockaway Boulevard
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Continue on Rockaway Turnpike
1583 ft · 42 sec · Rockaway Turnpike
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Keep slight right to continue on Nassau Expressway
2822 ft · 1 min · Nassau Expressway
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Turn right onto Burnside Avenue
1762 ft · 56 sec · Burnside Avenue
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Continue on Sheridan Boulevard
2334 ft · 49 sec · Sheridan Boulevard
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Continue on Sheridan Boulevard
2773 ft · 51 sec · Sheridan Boulevard
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Continue on Beach Channel Drive
1994 ft · 53 sec · Beach Channel Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Beach Channel Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Astoria and Far Rockaway.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Grand Central Parkway
Keep slight left to continue on Grand Central Parkway
6.31 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Rain leaving Astoria and Rain near Far Rockaway.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Astoria to Far Rockaway?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Richmond Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9 miles from Astoria and 9.1 miles from Far Rockaway.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:26 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.76 one way or $5.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Astoria and Rain near Far Rockaway.
Stop Ideas Near Richmond Hill
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Richmond Hill.
Pennsylvania Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Astoria and Far Rockaway. Straight-line distance: 14.72 mi (23.69 km).
#1 Astoria
Astoria is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.7720500, -73.9301400 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Far Rockaway
Far Rockaway is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.6053800, -73.7551300 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
End: Far Rockaway (-73.75513, 40.60538)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.31 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.87 | $3.12 | $6.23 |
| Premium | $5.27 | $3.37 | $6.74 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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