How far is Astoria, NY from Wakefield, NY?
The driving distance from Astoria, NY to Wakefield, NY is about 12.2 miles (19.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 9.6 miles (15.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 23m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The fourth most populous borough of New York City.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Astoria and Wakefield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria and Wakefield.
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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
5.1 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
592 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto Bruckner Boulevard
768 ft · 28 sec · Bruckner Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
819 ft · 28 sec
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Continue on Bronx River Parkway
5.1 mi · 8 min · Bronx River Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward East 233rd Street
128 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto East 236th Street
1490 ft · 58 sec · East 236th Street
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Turn left onto Furman Avenue
1133 ft · 42 sec · Furman Avenue
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Turn right onto Nereid Avenue
100 m · 11 sec · Nereid Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Nereid Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Astoria and Wakefield.
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.
Bronx River Parkway
Continue on Bronx River Parkway
5.1 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Astoria and Mostly Sunny near Wakefield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Astoria to Wakefield?
The road trip is about 12.2 miles (19.6 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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 6.1 miles from Astoria and 6.1 miles from Wakefield.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.6 miles (15.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.72 one way or $3.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Astoria and Mostly Sunny near Wakefield.
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.
Yonkers station
New Rochelle station
Pennsylvania Station
Pennsylvania Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Astoria and Wakefield. Straight-line distance: 9.6 mi (15.45 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 Wakefield
A town in Westchester County, New York.
| Population | 52,201 |
| Coordinates | 40.8978800, -73.8523600 |
| Altitude | 45 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wakefield (-73.85236, 40.89788)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $1.72 | $3.45 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $1.93 | $3.85 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.09 | $4.18 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $2.02 | $4.04 |
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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