JFK

New York

3
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from JFK, USA to 3 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from JFK

3 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 3 routes

Manhattan
15 miles
40 min
Times Square
18 miles
50 min
Brooklyn
10 miles
25 min

Nearby Cities

Brooklyn (9 mi)Garden City (10 mi)LGA (11 mi)Long Island City (11 mi)New York (13 mi)Times Square (14 mi)

Routes to JFK

Manhattan → JFKBrooklyn → JFKTimes Square → JFK

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is JFK from Manhattan?
JFK is approximately 15 miles from Manhattan, with a driving time of around 40 min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of JFK?
There are 3 cities within 3 hours of JFK, including Manhattan, Times Square, Brooklyn. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from JFK?
JFK has 3 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is JFK from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from JFK to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is New York, roughly 15 miles away by road.

New York~15 mi · 15 min
Philadelphia~105 mi · 1h 45m
Hartford~115 mi · 2h
Providence~175 mi · 3h
Baltimore~210 mi · 3h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to JFK

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to JFK by road:

New York JFK~5 mi · 15 min
Philadelphia (PHL)~110 mi · 2h

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from JFK: What to Know

JFK, New York makes a practical base for exploring the Northeast by car. Before a longer trip, give the vehicle a quick once-over — tire pressure, washer fluid, and wipers — and download offline maps, as coverage can thin out between towns on rural stretches. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-95, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Explore Routes from Jfk

From Jfk, you can drive to 5 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.