This 90-mile drive from Brewster Hill, NY, to Islip, NY, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 4 minutes. With 85% of the journey on highways, it's a focused drive, making it an ideal one-day excursion. You'll be spending roughly $15 on fuel for this route. The drive is entirely within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Given its manageable length and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure without the need for an overnight stay, offering a convenient way to travel between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45 miles from Brewster Hill, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 90 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 85% of this 90-mile trip. You'll primarily be navigating I 684 and the Southern State Parkway, with a brief stint on the Hutchinson River Parkway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.4 miles on I 684, providing a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. This profile suggests a drive characterized by efficient travel and minimal slowdowns, allowing you to cover ground quickly. The road's personality is largely defined by these major parkways and interstates, designed for smooth, direct transit.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 684 is the longest continuous segment at about 27.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and Southern State Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 90 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 30.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
30.6 mi into trip|~39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
8
45.7 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, St...
8
45.7 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
9
47.7 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 7A
Toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Is...
9
85.4 mi into trip|~1h 55m 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 Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brewster Hill, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Long Island, Cross Island Parkway South, Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island and Bay Shore Road South - among others.
New York City
30.6 mi in|~39m
Long Island
47.7 mi in|~1h 4m|via I 695
Cross Island Parkway South
58.7 mi in|~1h 20m
Southern State Parkway East
60.2 mi in|~1h 22m
Eastern Long Island
60.2 mi in|~1h 22m
Bay Shore Road South
85.4 mi in|~1h 55m
Bay Shore
85.4 mi in|~1h 55m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 684
27.4 mi
32m
Southern State Parkway
24.7 mi
31m
Hutchinson River Parkway
13.6 mi
19m
Clearview Expressway
5 mi
5m
Throgs Neck Expressway
2.2 mi
3m
Throgs Neck Bridge
2 mi
3m
Brewster Hill Road
1.7 mi
4m
Bruckner Expressway
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 684
— 27.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brewster Hill, NY and Islip, NY.
1
Start on Elmwood Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Elmwood Drive
2
At end of road, turn right onto Brewster Hill Road
1.7 mi·4 min·Brewster Hill Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Sodom Road
0.3 mi·57 sec·Sodom Road
4
Turn sharp right onto NY 22
0.9 mi·1 min·NY 22
5
Continue on I 684
27 mi·32 min·I 684
6
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi·2 min
Exit 1Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York CityUse the straight lane.
7
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi·10 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
5.9 mi·8 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
141 ft·4 sec
Exit 2AToward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·47 sec
Toward I 95 South: George Washington BridgeUse the straight / right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 95
0.4 mi·31 sec·New England Thruway
12
Continue on I 95
1.3 mi·2 min·Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695
2.2 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 7AToward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long IslandUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi·5 min·Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on NY 24
0.7 mi·1 min·Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto NY 24
0.2 mi·35 sec·Jamaica Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi·2 min·Hempstead Avenue
19
Turn right onto 225th Street
228 ft·9 sec·225th Street
Use the right lane.
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
21
Merge onto CI
1.3 mi·1 min·Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 25AToward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long IslandUse the slight left / straight lanes.
23
Merge onto SO
25 mi·31 min·Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
0.2 mi·16 sec·Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 41SToward Bay Shore Road South, Bay ShoreUse the slight right lane.
26
Turn straight onto CR 57
0.5 mi·1 min·Bay Shore Road
27
Continue on CR 57
0.3 mi·43 sec·Howells Road
28
Turn straight onto CR 57
341 ft·6 sec·Sunrise Highway
29
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57
0.6 mi·1 min·Howells Road
Toward Howells Road SouthUse the right lane.
30
Continue on CR 57
0.2 mi·24 sec·Roosevelt Street
31
Continue on CR 57
0.7 mi·1 min·3rd Avenue
32
At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A
1.1 mi·1 min·East Main Street
33
Continue on Montauk Highway
0.2 mi·17 sec·Montauk Highway
34
Continue on NY 27A
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
35
Arrive at destination
NY 27A
Trip Plan
This 2-hour, 90-mile drive is short enough to offer considerable flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, but consider avoiding peak commuting hours if possible to ensure a smoother experience. With only 85% highway travel and a fuel cost estimated at $15, this route is economical and efficient. You won't need to plan for extensive stops, but keep an eye out for designated rest areas along the parkways for quick breaks. A specific tip for this route: be mindful of potential traffic on the Southern State Parkway, especially closer to your destination in Islip, and adjust your departure time accordingly.
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 45 miles from Brewster Hill, NY, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.4 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 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45 miles or 59m 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 40m
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 Brewster Hill, 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 Brewster Hill, NY
This is one driving day of about 90 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Brewster Hill, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 684 for about 27.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45 mi from Brewster Hill, NY
· 59m into the drive
The midpoint is around 45 miles from Brewster Hill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
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.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 46.6
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 46.6
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...
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 52.8
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 52.8
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 52.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.81 one way
$29.63 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$16.02
$32.04
premium
$4.92
$17.44
$34.89
diesel
$5.61
$19.87
$39.74
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
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
$15
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27
0
$9.45
$4.32
Efficient EV
22.5
0
$7.87
$3.60
EV Truck/SUV
36
0
$12.60
$5.76
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (65% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Brewster Hill, NY
Late night
in Brewster Hill on Friday
Local time
4:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Islip, NY
Late night
in Islip on Friday
Local time
4:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Mount Vernon, NY
45 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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m 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 Brewster Hill, NY to Islip, NY covers 90 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 684, Southern State Parkway, Hutchinson River Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45 miles from Brewster Hill, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.81 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 21 significant decision points across 90 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 30.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Brewster Hill, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Long Island, Cross Island Parkway South, Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island and Bay Shore Road South - among others.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Fire Island National Seashore. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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