Origin
Amity, NY
Evening in Amity on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Amity, NY to Hempstead, NY
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
77.7 mi
125 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Amity, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Amity to Hempstead, you are looking at a 77.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. Expect to budget roughly $12 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. Navigating this route involves primarily using the Christopher Columbus Highway, the Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike, and Vernon Warwick Road. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers a straightforward transition between these New York points without the need for complex multi-day scheduling.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
38.9 miles from Amity, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing highway travel with local road navigation. You will spend 42% of your time on highways, though the terrain shifts frequently as you transition between the specified main roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 14-mile segment on the Christopher Columbus Highway. While you should be prepared for varying road conditions, the route avoids the monotony of a purely interstate-focused trip. You can expect a varied experience behind the wheel that keeps you engaged as you move from the quieter start in Amity toward your destination in Hempstead.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 43 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Christopher Columbus Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 14 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 77.7 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 35.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.9 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
35.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 80 East: New York
7
44.9 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
|
I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Lev...
8
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
50.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Amity, NY and Hempstead, NY, road signs point toward Clifton, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.
Clifton
35.8 mi in
|
~53m
New York City
50.3 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Leonia
50.6 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Teaneck
50.6 mi in
|
~1h 10m
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
52.8 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 14 mi | 15m |
| Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike | 9.8 mi | 11m |
| Vernon Warwick Road | 7.6 mi | 13m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| NJ 23 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Newfoundland Road | 5 mi | 6m |
| Prices Switch Road | 3.8 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
Christopher Columbus Highway
— 14 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amity, NY and Hempstead, NY.
1
Start on this road
31 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Walling Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Walling Road
3
Turn right onto Prices Switch Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Prices Switch Road
4
Continue on Prices Switch Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Prices Switch Road
5
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 515
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Prices Switch Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto NJ 94; CR 515
7.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Vernon Warwick Road
7
Continue on CR 515
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Stockholm Vernon Road
8
Turn left onto NJ 23
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Newfoundland Road
9
Continue on NJ 23
9.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 23
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
NJ 23
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
297 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 80 East, US 46 East: New York, Clifton
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 East: New York
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 80
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Use the none lane.
14
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.
15
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.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
·
Degraw Avenue
19
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
Use the none lane.
20
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
21
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
22
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bergen Boulevard
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
24
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 95 EXPR
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
26
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.
27
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Use the none lane.
28
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
29
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.
30
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the none lane.
31
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
32
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
33
Turn left onto NY 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillside Avenue
Use the left lane.
34
Turn right onto NY 25
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Braddock Avenue
Use the none lane.
35
Turn left onto NY 25
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the none lane.
36
Continue on NY 25
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Jericho Turnpike
Use the none lane.
37
Turn slight right onto Tulip Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Tulip Avenue
Use the right lane.
38
Turn right onto New Hyde Park Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
New Hyde Park Road
39
Turn left onto NY 24
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hempstead Turnpike
Use the left lane.
40
Turn slight right onto NY 102
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
Use the right lane.
41
Turn right onto Greenwich Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Greenwich Street
Use the right lane.
42
Turn left onto Peninsula Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Peninsula Boulevard
Use the none lane.
43
Arrive at destination
Peninsula Boulevard
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is under two hours, you have significant flexibility when choosing your departure window. To avoid potential traffic congestion, consider checking local road reports before you head out on the Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike. Because there are no scheduled stops required for this 77.7-mile trek, you can easily complete the journey in one go without feeling rushed. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, keeping that $12 estimate in mind for your travel budget. A smart tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between the Christopher Columbus Highway and the smaller turnpikes, as these junctions are where you will likely spend the most focus during your drive.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.9 miles from Amity, NY, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14 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 77.7 miles or 1h 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.9 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempstead, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amity, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Amity, NY
This is one driving day of about 77.7 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Amity, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Christopher Columbus Highway for about 14 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.9 mi from Amity, NY · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 77.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.9 miles from Amity, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hempstead, NY
The final approach into Hempstead, 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 Hempstead, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.65 one way
$25.30 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $13.71 | $27.42 |
| premium | $4.88 | $14.94 | $29.87 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $17.26 | $34.52 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.42
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike
(9.8 mi)
$0.69
Hempstead Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
Jericho Turnpike
(0.5 mi)
$0.04
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
$13
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| Efficient EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.88 | $4.97 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Hempstead, NY
Evening in Hempstead on Sunday
Local time
6:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
59°F
Ramapo, NY
39 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 53m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Amity, NY to Hempstead, NY covers 77.7 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Christopher Columbus Highway, Paterson - Hamburg Turnpike, Vernon Warwick Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.9 miles from Amity, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.65 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 77.7 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 35.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 44.9 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Amity, NY and Hempstead, NY, road signs point toward Clifton, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.
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