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Trip from Bay Shore, NY to Brookhaven, NY

Drive Time

30m

Distance

20.1 mi

32 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min
4 AM
0h 28m ★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Bay Shore, NY, NY

Bay Shore, NY

Mel Audelo

Trip Overview

The drive from Bay Shore, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 20.1 miles and takes about 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Sunrise Highway, Union Boulevard, Montauk Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on Sunrise Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.27 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

10 miles from Bay Shore, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 30m drive with frequent turns across 20.1 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunrise Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near CR 50 / Union Boulevard.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 20.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 50 / Union Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | CR 50 / Union Boulevard

Turn right onto CR 50 / Union Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | NY 27 / Sunrise Highway

Merge onto NY 27 / Sunrise Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
18.7 mi into trip | ~27m in

Take the exit toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven

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 57 S Toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven
5
18.9 mi into trip | ~27m in | CR 21 / Yaphank Avenue

Turn right onto CR 21 / Yaphank Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
19.7 mi into trip | ~29m in | CR 36 / South Country Road

Turn left onto CR 36 / South Country Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Sunrise Highway 17.3 mi 23m
Union Boulevard 0.6 mi 1m
Montauk Highway 0.5 mi <1m
Brentwood Road 0.5 mi 1m
South Country Road 0.4 mi <1m
Yaphank Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
1st Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Sunrise Hwy South Service Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Sunrise Highway — 17.3 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bay Shore, NY and Brookhaven, NY.

1

Start on 1st Avenue

509 ft · 24 sec · 1st Avenue
2

Turn right onto CR 50

0.6 mi · 1 min · Union Boulevard
3

Turn left onto Brentwood Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Brentwood Road
4

Turn slight right

0.1 mi · 31 sec
Toward NY 27 East
5

Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway

352 ft · 6 sec · Sunrise Highway
6

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Toward NY 27 East
7

Merge onto NY 27

17 mi · 23 min · Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

492 ft · 19 sec
Exit 57 S Toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn left onto Sunrise Hwy South Service Road

426 ft · 15 sec · Sunrise Hwy South Service Road
10

Turn right onto CR 21

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Yaphank Avenue
11

Turn right onto CR 80

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Montauk Highway
12

Turn left onto CR 36

0.4 mi · 50 sec · South Country Road
Use the left lane.
13

Arrive at destination

CR 36

Trip Plan

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 10 miles from Bay Shore, NY, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.3 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 20.1 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 10 miles or 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookhaven, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Bay Shore, 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 Bay Shore, NY

This is one driving day of about 20.1 miles and 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bay Shore, 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 Sunrise Highway for about 17.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 10 mi from Bay Shore, NY · 15m into the drive

Downtown Brentwood, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Brentwood, NY

10 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.

Popular next leg

Brentwood, NY to Brookhaven, NY

21.1 mi · 31m

Pacing Suggestions

Brentwood, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Brentwood, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 10 miles from Bay Shore, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Brookhaven, NY

The final approach into Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, NY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 13.8
Park Closure: Pet Restrictions, Beach Driving Closures in Effect March 15 through Labor Day
Caution: Avian Influenza (HPAI) Suspected in Dead Birds in Seashore Areas
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.27 one way

$6.54 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $3.55 $7.09
premium $4.88 $3.86 $7.73
diesel $5.64 $4.47 $8.93

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$28–$53

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6 0 $2.11 $0.96
Efficient EV 5 0 $1.76 $0.80
EV Truck/SUV 8 0 $2.81 $1.29

Gas CO2

7 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (71% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 31 minutes ago

Origin

Bay Shore, NY

Afternoon in Bay Shore on Sunday

Local time

4:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Brookhaven, NY

Afternoon in Brookhaven on Sunday

Local time

4:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Mostly Sunny

S 9 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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

1 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

30m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bay Shore, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 20.1 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Union Boulevard, Montauk Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Bay Shore, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.27 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 20.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (CR 50 / Union Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bay Shore, NY to Brookhaven, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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