How far is Lawrence, NY from Brooklyn, NY?

Fastest route

The distance from Lawrence, New York 11559 to Brooklyn, New York is approximately 13.4 miles (21.5 kilometers). The fastest route, considering current traffic conditions, is via Atlantic Ave.

Directions

  1. ๐Ÿš— Head southwest on Broadway toward Meadow Ln.
  2. ๐Ÿšฆ Turn right onto Rockaway Turnpike.
  3. ๐Ÿ— Pass by Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (on the left in 1.3 mi).
  4. ๐Ÿš— Continue onto Rockaway Blvd.
  5. ๐Ÿ›ฃ Continue onto Nassau Expy.
  6. ๐Ÿ›ฃ Keep left at the fork, following signs for Belt Pkwy W/Kennedy Arpt/NY-27 W/N Conduit Ave.
  7. ๐Ÿ›ฃ Keep left at the fork, following signs for Belt Pkwy W/Verrazano Br and merge onto Belt Pkwy.
  8. ๐Ÿš— Take exit 17W for No Conduit Ave.
  9. ๐Ÿš— Keep right to stay on N Conduit Ave.
  10. ๐Ÿš— Slight left onto Atlantic Ave.
  11. ๐Ÿ” Pass by Wendy's (on the right).
  12. ๐Ÿš— Keep right to stay on Atlantic Ave.
  13. ๐Ÿš— Slight left to stay on Atlantic Ave.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿš— Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
  • โ›ฝ๏ธ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Observe traffic signals and follow all road signs.
  • ๐Ÿšง Stay alert for construction zones or detours along the way.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time updates on traffic and directions.
  • ๐Ÿš˜ Consider carpooling or using public transportation if available and convenient.
  • ๐Ÿฅค Don't forget to bring water and snacks for the journey.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
13.96 mi
00h 43m
Flight
11.78 mi
18.96 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
11.78 mi
Kilometers
18.96 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
13.96 mi
Kilometers
22.46 km
Drive Time
00h 43m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 43m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Brooklyn
Wed, Apr 22, 6:47 PM EDT
Return by in Lawrence
Wed, Apr 22, 7:31 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lawrence
2026-04-22T18:03
Arrive Brooklyn
Wed, Apr 22, 6:47 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 43m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:44 AM to 7:44 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:02 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Lawrence
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Queens
NY

The most populous borough of New York City.

From Lawrence
6.9 mi
00h 21m
To Brooklyn
7 mi
00h 21m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63ยฐF
Wednesday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
14 mph SW
Destination
57ยฐF
Wednesday

Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrence and Brooklyn.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence and Brooklyn.

  1. 1

    Start on Broadway

    24 m ยท 6 sec ยท Broadway

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Rockaway Turnpike

    1.5 mi ยท 3 min ยท Rockaway Turnpike

  3. 3

    Continue on Rockaway Boulevard

    2.5 mi ยท 6 min ยท Rockaway Boulevard

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto Nassau Expressway

    1.3 mi ยท 2 min ยท Nassau Expressway

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge

    1196 ft ยท 29 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Belt Parkway

    1.9 mi ยท 3 min ยท Belt Parkway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward North Conduit Avenue

    1523 ft ยท 33 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight right onto North Conduit Avenue

    3060 ft ยท 1 min ยท North Conduit Avenue

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto Linden Boulevard

    2.8 mi ยท 4 min ยท Linden Boulevard

  10. 10

    Continue on Linden Boulevard

    1.6 km ยท 2 min ยท Linden Boulevard

  11. 11

    Turn slight left onto Church Avenue

    1.7 mi ยท 4 min ยท Church Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue

    78 m ยท 9 sec ยท Nostrand Avenue

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Nostrand Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lawrence and Brooklyn.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
13 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
2 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
92.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Linden Boulevard
3.83 mi ยท 27%
Rockaway Boulevard
2.51 mi ยท 18%
Belt Parkway
1.88 mi ยท 13%
Church Avenue
1.74 mi ยท 12%
Rockaway Turnpike
1.46 mi ยท 10%
Nassau Expressway
1.29 mi ยท 9%
Longest Stretch

Linden Boulevard

Turn straight onto Linden Boulevard

2.84 mi ยท 00h 04m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 43m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.2 mi
11.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Queens
00h 21m from Lawrence
Leave By
7:02 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Lawrence and Chance Rain Showers near Brooklyn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lawrence to Brooklyn?

The road trip is about 14 miles (22.5 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?

Queens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.9 miles from Lawrence and 7 miles from Brooklyn.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 11.8 miles (19 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.2 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 7:02 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Lawrence and Chance Rain Showers near Brooklyn.

Stop Ideas Near Queens

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Queens and the surrounding midpoint area.
Radio City Music Hall
Scenic stop 10.3 mi away

Radio City Music Hall

New York , NY
1260 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020, United States
Rating 4.7/5 17,642 reviews Tourist attraction,Concert hall,Live music venue,Performing arts theater
The Yard: City Hall Park NYC
Practical stop 9.9 mi away

The Yard: City Hall Park NYC

New York , NY
116 Nassau St, New York, NY 10038
Rating 4.8/5 45 reviews Office space rental agency,Business to business service,Conference center,Coworking space,Event venue,Executive suite rental agency,Virtual office rental
CITY HALL LOBBY
Meeting point 11.8 mi away

CITY HALL LOBBY

Hoboken , NJ
94 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Rating 4.8/5 8 reviews City Hall
Diamond City Hall Photography
Nearby stop 9.8 mi away

Diamond City Hall Photography

New York , NY
141 Worth St, New York, NY 10013
Rating 5.0/5 53 reviews Wedding photographer

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Queens.

RAIL

Pennsylvania Station

15 mi away
8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street
RAIL

New Rochelle station

26 mi away
1 Railroad Plaza
RAIL

Pennsylvania Station

28 mi away
1 Raymond Plaza West
RAIL

Yonkers station

29 mi away
5 Buena Vista Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lawrence and Brooklyn. Straight-line distance: 11.78 mi (18.96 km).

Lawrence

#1 Lawrence

Village in Nassau County, New York in the USA

Population6,535
Coordinates40.6156600, -73.7295800
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Brooklyn

#2 Brooklyn

A borough of New York City.

Population2,577,000
Coordinates40.6501000, -73.9495800
Altitude15
CountryUnited States
Start: Broadway (-73.729587, 40.615672)
End: Nostrand Avenue (-73.949499, 40.650105)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 22 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 27m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 13m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 10m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.49 gal
1.86 L ยท about $1.96
Round trip
$3.93
0.98 gal ยท 3.72 L
Estimated CO2
4.4 kg one way
Round trip: 8.7 kg / 19 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.01 $1.96 $3.93
Mid-grade $4.48 $2.20 $4.39
Premium $4.86 $2.38 $4.76
Diesel $4.69 $2.30 $4.60

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New York ยท Apr 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Lawrence and Brooklyn. The current time is 18:03:59.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.