How far is Jamaica, NY from Astoria, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Jamaica, Queens, NY to Astoria, Queens, NY is approximately 10.0 miles and takes about 25 minutes via Grand Central Pkwy.
Directions
- 🚗 Get on I-678 N from Parsons Blvd and Hillside Ave.
- 🗺️ Head northwest on 160th St toward 90th Ave.
- 🚦 Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Parsons Blvd.
- 🛣️ Turn left onto Hillside Ave.
- 🚗 Pass by Advance Auto Parts (on the right in 0.6 mi) and continue straight to stay on Hillside Ave.
- 🚙 Turn right onto 138th St/Van Wyck Expy.
- 🛣️ Take the I-678 N/Van Wyck Expwy N ramp on the left to Whitestone Br/Bronx. Take Grand Central Pkwy to 31st St. Take exit 45 from I-278 E. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto 31st St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Consider checking real-time traffic conditions to ensure the route is still the fastest.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚧 Pay attention to road signs and follow the designated lanes.
- 🚦 Be prepared for any possible detours or temporary road closures.
- 📱 Use a GPS navigation app or map to assist you during the journey.
- 🕒 Allow extra time for unexpected delays or heavy traffic.
- 🧭 Familiarize yourself with alternative routes in case of roadblocks or accidents.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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.
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.
A hamlet in the Town of Mount Pleasant, New York.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jamaica and Astoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica and Astoria.
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Start on Tuskegee Airmen Way
92 m · 17 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way
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Turn right onto Pinegrove Street
922 ft · 45 sec · Pinegrove Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue
133 m · 13 sec · Liberty Avenue
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Turn right onto Van Wyck Expressway East
23 m · 1 sec · Van Wyck Expressway East
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx
801 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Van Wyck Expressway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward Grand Central Parkway, La Guardia Airport, RFK Bridge
2611 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Grand Central Parkway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Grand Central Parkway
3.3 mi · 5 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Grand Central Parkway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward 31st Street
1346 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto 31st Street
100 m · 16 sec · 31st Street
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Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard South
2307 ft · 2 min · Astoria Boulevard South
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Turn left onto 21st Street
1005 ft · 28 sec · 21st Street
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Turn right onto 30th Avenue
1129 ft · 41 sec · 30th Avenue
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Turn sharp right onto 12th Street
118 m · 19 sec · 12th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 12th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jamaica and Astoria.
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
3.27 mi · 00h 05m
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.
Sunny leaving Jamaica and Partly Cloudy near Astoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jamaica to Astoria?
The road trip is about 10.6 miles (17 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?
Richmond Hill is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.2 miles from Jamaica and 5.3 miles from Astoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.6 miles (13.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.48 one way or $2.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jamaica and Partly Cloudy near Astoria.
Stop Ideas Near Richmond Hill
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Richmond Hill.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jamaica and Astoria. Straight-line distance: 8.57 mi (13.79 km).
#1 Jamaica
A neighborhood in Queens, New York City.
| Population | 216,866 |
| Coordinates | 40.6914900, -73.8056900 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Astoria
Astoria is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.7720500, -73.9301400 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: 12th Street (-73.930134, 40.77205)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
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 | $4.01 | $1.48 | $2.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $1.66 | $3.32 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $1.74 | $3.47 |
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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