How far is Astoria, NY from Throgs Neck, NY?
The driving distance from Astoria, NY to Throgs Neck, NY is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.8 miles (10.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 42m 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 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The fourth most populous borough of New York City.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Astoria and Throgs Neck.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria and Throgs Neck.
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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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Turn left onto 33rd Street
63 m · 14 sec · 33rd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
80 m · 9 sec · Astoria Boulevard North
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Continue on Hoyt Avenue North
112 m · 15 sec · Hoyt Avenue North
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Take the ramp straight toward I 278 East
154 m · 12 sec
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Continue straight
6.3 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 678 South, I 295 South: Whitestone Bridge, Throgs Neck Bridge, Hutchinson Parkway, Zerega Avenue
950 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 295 South, I 678 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Whitestone Bridge
2617 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
1342 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Cross Bronx Expressway
1.5 mi · 2 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
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Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Expressway
158 m · 9 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Harding Avenue, Pennyfield Avenue
153 m · 29 sec
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Turn sharp right onto Throgs Neck Expressway Service Road
1083 ft · 42 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway Service Road
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Turn right onto Lawton Avenue
122 m · 18 sec · Lawton Avenue
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Turn right onto Throgs Neck Expressway Service Road
638 ft · 22 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway Service Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 295 North: Trenton, New Haven
747 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Expressway
85 m · 5 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
2775 ft · 48 sec · Cross Bronx Expressway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cross Bronx Expressway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Astoria and Throgs Neck.
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.
I 278 East
Continue straight
6.35 mi · 00h 10m
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 Throgs Neck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Astoria to Throgs Neck?
The road trip is about 11.1 miles (17.8 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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?
The Bronx is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Astoria and 5.5 miles from Throgs Neck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.8 miles (10.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:48 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.68 one way or $3.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Astoria and Rain near Throgs Neck.
Stop Ideas Near The Bronx
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 The Bronx.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Astoria and Throgs Neck. Straight-line distance: 6.75 mi (10.87 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 Throgs Neck
Situated in the southeastern corner of Bronx County, this narrow peninsula juts out where the East River meets Long Island Sound.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.8226000, -73.8195800 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: Throgs Neck (-73.81958, 40.8226)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.31 | $1.68 | $3.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.87 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
| Premium | $5.27 | $2.05 | $4.11 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $2.52 | $5.05 |
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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