Driving from Rockaways Queens to Long Beach, New York

The driving distance from Rockaways Queens to Long Beach is about 10 miles and takes about 15 minutes without traffic. The route is as follows:
Take Beach Channel Drive west to Cross Bay Boulevard.
Beach Channel Drive in Queens
Turn right onto Cross Bay Boulevard and continue to the Belt Parkway.
Take the Belt Parkway west to exit 6S for Long Beach.
Follow the signs for Long Beach and continue to Ocean Parkway.
Turn left onto Ocean Parkway and continue to your destination.
Here are some things to keep in mind when driving from Rockaways Queens to Long Beach:
The traffic can be heavy during peak travel times (mornings and evenings).
There are a few tolls along the way, so be prepared to pay.
The speed limit on the Belt Parkway is 55 mph.
There are a few construction zones along the way, so be prepared for delays.