Origin
Almond, NY
Evening in Almond on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Almond, NY to Islip, NY
Drive Time
7h 3m
Distance
346.7 mi
558 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 52m
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6 AM
7h 3m
8 AM
7h 26m
10 AM
7h 11m
12 PM
7h 9m
3 PM
7h 12m
5 PM
7h 25m
8 PM
6h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Almond, NY
Marek Kupiec
Islip, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Spanning 346.7 miles across New York, this drive from Almond to Islip typically takes about 7 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Because the route is categorized as a highway-focused trip, it is manageable as a single-day journey for those comfortable with a long stint behind the wheel. You should budget approximately $56 for fuel to cover the distance. While the drive remains within the Northeast, you will transition from the rural landscapes near Almond toward the densely populated environment of Long Island. Whether you choose to power through in one day or break the trip up, this route provides a direct connection between the Southern Tier and the coast.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
173.3 miles from Almond, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a straightforward, efficient experience dominated by major thoroughfares, as 71% of this journey takes place on highways. You will rely primarily on the Southern Tier Expressway, I-81, and the Keystone Shortway to navigate the state. The most significant portion of your time will be spent on the Southern Tier Expressway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 125.6 miles. This setup creates a consistent, high-speed pace that favors interstate travel over local roads. By prioritizing these main arteries, you can maintain steady momentum as the character of the road shifts from regional corridors to larger highway systems.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 49 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 125.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 179.7 miles in near US 6.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 346.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 179.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 294.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 294.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 32 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
179.7 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
294.2 mi into trip
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~5h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
294.5 mi into trip
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~5h 48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
8
303.9 mi into trip
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~6h 2m in
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I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
9
342.1 mi into trip
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~6h 54m in
Take the exit toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 41S
Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
Towns Along This Route
Between Almond, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level - among others.
Mt Pocono
179.7 mi in
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~3h 32m
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via US 6
Milford
180.4 mi in
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~3h 33m
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via I 84; I 380
New York City
294.2 mi in
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~5h 48m
Leonia
294.5 mi in
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~5h 48m
Teaneck
294.5 mi in
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~5h 48m
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
296.7 mi in
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~5h 52m
Cross Island Parkway South
315.4 mi in
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~6h 19m
Southern State Parkway East
316.9 mi in
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~6h 21m
Eastern Long Island
316.9 mi in
|
~6h 21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 125.6 mi | 2h 26m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| Southern State Parkway | 24.7 mi | 31m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 125.6 mi, about 2h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Almond, NY and Islip, NY.
1
Start on Chapel Street
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
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Chapel Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto CR 2
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Karrdale Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
4
Merge onto I 86; NY 17
126 mi
·
2 hr 26 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
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1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
10
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
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Degraw Avenue
16
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
Use the none lane.
17
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
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Main Street
18
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
19
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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Bergen Boulevard
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
21
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
23
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Use the none lane.
25
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
27
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the none lane.
28
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
30
Continue on NY 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
31
At end of road, turn left onto NY 24
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Jamaica Avenue
Use the left / none lanes.
32
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Hempstead Avenue
Use the none lane.
33
Turn right onto 225th Street
228 ft
·
9 sec
·
225th Street
Use the right lane.
34
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
35
Merge onto CI
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
Use the none lane.
36
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 25A
Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
37
Merge onto SO
25 mi
·
31 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none lane.
38
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
39
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 41S
Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
Use the slight right lane.
40
Turn straight onto CR 57
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Shore Road
Use the none lane.
41
Continue on CR 57
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Howells Road
Use the none lane.
42
Turn straight onto CR 57
341 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
43
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Howells Road
Toward Howells Road South
Use the right lane.
44
Continue on CR 57
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Roosevelt Street
45
Continue on CR 57
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
Use the none lane.
46
At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
Use the none lane.
47
Continue on Montauk Highway
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Montauk Highway
Use the none lane.
48
Continue on NY 27A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
49
Arrive at destination
NY 27A
Trip Plan
Plan for two strategic stops to manage the 7-hour transit time effectively and keep your energy levels high. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid potential congestion as you approach the Islip area, which can be significantly busier than the departure point in Almond. Since highway driving can lead to fatigue, utilize those two planned breaks to stretch and refuel well before your tank hits empty. Given that the majority of your 346.7-mile trip is on high-speed roads, keep a close eye on traffic reports for I-81, as unexpected delays there can quickly impact your estimated arrival time. Flexibility is key, so don't hesitate to adjust your pacing if you encounter heavier traffic patterns mid-day.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 173.3 miles from Almond, NY, or about 3h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 173.3 miles or 3h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Almond, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Almond, NY
This is one driving day of about 346.7 miles and 7h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Almond, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 125.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 173.3 mi from Almond, NY · 3h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
173 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 173.3 miles from Almond, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.6 miles.
Arriving in Islip, NY
The final approach into Islip, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Islip, NY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.44 one way
$112.88 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $61.16 | $122.33 |
| premium | $4.88 | $66.65 | $133.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $77.02 | $154.05 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 104 | 1 | $36.40 | $16.64 |
| Efficient EV | 86.7 | 0 | $30.34 | $13.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 138.7 | 1 | $48.54 | $22.19 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Islip, NY
Evening in Islip on Sunday
Local time
7:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
173 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 3m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Almond, NY to Islip, NY covers 346.7 miles and takes about 7h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 173.3 miles from Almond, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $56.44 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 346.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 179.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 294.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 294.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Almond, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level - among others.
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