How far is Jamaica, NY from Queens, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Jamaica, Queens, NY, USA to Queens, New York, USA is approximately 2.5 miles and takes about 13 minutes via 164th St. This route is currently the fastest due to traffic conditions.
Directions
- Head northwest on 160th St toward 90th Ave.
- Turn right onto 90th Ave.
- Turn left onto 161st St.
- Turn right onto Hillside Ave.
- Turn left onto 164th St.
- Turn right onto 73rd Ave.
- Turn right onto 175th St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to follow the specified directions to reach your destination accurately.
- 🕒 Keep in mind that the estimated travel time may vary based on current traffic conditions.
- 🚦 Stay updated with real-time traffic information to adjust your route if necessary.
- 📍 Pay attention to road signs and landmarks to navigate smoothly.
- ⚠️ Be cautious of pedestrians and other vehicles while driving.
- 🛣️ Consider using a navigation app or GPS device to assist you during the journey.
- 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the general area of Queens, New York, to enhance your overall navigation experience.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 12m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jamaica and Queens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jamaica and Queens.
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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
1.7 mi · 5 min · Liberty Avenue
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Turn left onto 104th Street
63 m · 9 sec · 104th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 104th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jamaica and Queens.
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.
Liberty Avenue
At the end of the road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue
1.67 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 Sunny near Queens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Jamaica to Queens?
The road trip is about 2.1 miles (3.3 km) and usually takes 00h 12m 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 1 miles from Jamaica and 1.1 miles from Queens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 1.7 miles (2.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.4 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.28 one way or $0.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 0.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Jamaica and Sunny near Queens.
Stop Ideas Near Richmond Hill
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Radio City Music Hall
The Yard: City Hall Park NYC
CITY HALL LOBBY
Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Richmond Hill.
Pennsylvania Station
New Rochelle station
Yonkers station
Pennsylvania Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jamaica and Queens. Straight-line distance: 1.76 mi (2.83 km).
#1 Jamaica
A neighborhood in Queens, New York City.
| Population | 216,866 |
| Coordinates | 40.6914900, -73.8056900 |
| Altitude | 13 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Queens
The most populous borough of New York City.
| Population | 2,339,150 |
| Coordinates | 40.6814900, -73.8365200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: 104th Street (-73.836696, 40.681442)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 3 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $0.28 | $0.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $0.31 | $0.63 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $0.34 | $0.68 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $0.33 | $0.66 |
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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