Origin
Bridgehampton, NY
Evening in Bridgehampton on Sunday
Local time
5:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgehampton, NY to Oyster Bay, NY
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
72.4 mi
116 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgehampton, NY
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Oyster Bay, NY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 72.4 miles across Long Island, this trip from Bridgehampton to Oyster Bay typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes behind the wheel. Because the total duration is quite manageable, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the journey. Navigating this path requires transitioning between County Road 39A, the Sunrise Highway, and the Long Island Expressway. It is a straightforward drive within the Northeast region, ideal for travelers looking to move efficiently between these two points without the need for additional stops.
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
36.2 miles from Bridgehampton, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that shifts between local arteries and major thoroughfares. With 38% of your journey spent on highways, you will encounter a blend of traffic patterns as you navigate the transition from rural-leaning roads to more structured expressway travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Long Island Expressway, where you can settle into a 27.6-mile segment of steady driving. While the route is not a monotonous interstate grind, the variation between regional roads and high-speed lanes keeps the drive engaging. You will find that the character of the road evolves as you move from the eastern end of the island toward the north shore.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Long Island Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.6 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 early in the drive near NY 27 / Montauk Highway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 72.4 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: near the start (NY 27 / Montauk Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (NY 27; CR 39A / County Road 39A): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 27 / Montauk Highway
Turn right onto NY 27 / Montauk Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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NY 27; CR 39A / County Road 39A
Merge onto NY 27; CR 39A / County Road 39A
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
34.4 mi into trip
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~52m in
Take the exit toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 57N
Toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
8
66.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
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 43
Toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
6
66.8 mi into trip
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~1h 36m in
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South Oyster Bay Road
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Bridgehampton, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Cr 16 West: Yaphank, Bethpage and Syosset.
Cr 16 West: Yaphank
34.4 mi in
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~52m
Bethpage
66.6 mi in
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~1h 35m
Syosset
66.6 mi in
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~1h 35m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 27.6 mi | 36m |
| Sunrise Highway | 24.2 mi | 31m |
| County Road 39A | 5.5 mi | 11m |
| Montauk Highway | 4.7 mi | 9m |
| Horseblock Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Berry Hill Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Jackson Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Oyster Bay Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 27.6 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgehampton, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on CR 79
67 ft
·
1 sec
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Bridgehampton–Sag Harbor Turnpike
2
Turn right onto NY 27
4.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Montauk Highway
Use the right lane.
3
Take the exit onto NY 27
372 ft
·
7 sec
·
NY 27
Toward NY 27 West: New York
4
Merge onto NY 27; CR 39A
5.5 mi
·
11 min
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County Road 39A
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on NY 27
24 mi
·
31 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 57N
Toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto CR 56
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Victory Avenue
8
Turn right onto CR 16
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Horseblock Road
Use the none lane.
9
Turn left onto Express Drive North
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
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Express Drive North
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 495 WEST: New York
11
Merge onto I 495
28 mi
·
36 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 43
Toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto North Service Road
239 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Service Road
14
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Oyster Bay Road
Use the left / none lanes.
15
Continue on Jackson Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Jackson Avenue
Use the none lane.
16
Turn slight left onto Berry Hill Road
283 ft
·
7 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on Berry Hill Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Berry Hill Road
18
Continue on Berry Hill Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Berry Hill Road
19
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
20
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is key to managing the flow of this 72.4-mile trip, as traffic patterns on the Long Island Expressway can fluctuate significantly throughout the day. Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though avoiding peak commuting hours is always a smart move. You won't need to plan for formal stops, but keep your $12 fuel budget in mind before you head out to ensure you have enough range for the full distance. Because you will be switching between County Road 39A and the Sunrise Highway, keep a close eye on your GPS navigation to ensure smooth transitions between these different road types. Enjoy the convenience of a trip that gets you from Bridgehampton to Oyster Bay in under two hours.
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 36.2 miles from Bridgehampton, NY, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.6 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 72.4 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 54m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oyster Bay, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bridgehampton, 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 Bridgehampton, NY
This is one driving day of about 72.4 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bridgehampton, 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 Long Island Expressway for about 27.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from Bridgehampton, NY · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 72.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Bridgehampton, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY
The final approach into Oyster Bay, 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 Oyster Bay, 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
$11.79 one way
$23.57 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $12.77 | $25.55 |
| premium | $4.88 | $13.92 | $27.84 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.08 | $32.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Oyster Bay, NY
Evening in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
5:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
36 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
24 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
1h 46m 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 Bridgehampton, NY to Oyster Bay, NY covers 72.4 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, County Road 39A. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 miles from Bridgehampton, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.79 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 12 significant decision points across 72.4 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: near the start (NY 27 / Montauk Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (NY 27; CR 39A / County Road 39A): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bridgehampton, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Cr 16 West: Yaphank, Bethpage and Syosset.
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