Origin
Brookhaven, NY
Night in Brookhaven on Wednesday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 31m
Distance
313.3 mi
504 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lyncourt, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Spanning 313.3 miles, this journey from Brookhaven to Lyncourt takes approximately 6 hours and 31 minutes of pure road time. Since you are staying entirely within New York, you will remain in the Northeast region throughout the duration of your trip. Given the total time behind the wheel, this route is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip if you get an early start. Budgeting around $51 for fuel should cover your primary travel costs for the drive. While the trip is straightforward, the turn-heavy nature of the roads means you should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
156.7 miles from Brookhaven, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 15m into the drive .
Expect a very different experience than your typical interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate primarily through local roads like South Country Road, Montauk Highway, and Horseblock Road. Because the drive is defined as turn-heavy, you will spend more time focusing on navigation and local traffic patterns rather than maintaining high speeds. This is a hands-on driving experience that requires your full attention as you move through various local corridors. Prepare yourself for a steady, technical pace that keeps you engaged with the surroundings for the entire 313.3-mile distance.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 31m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Brookhaven, NY to Lyncourt, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Country Road | — | — |
| Montauk Highway | — | — |
| Horseblock Road | — | — |
| Express Drive North | — | — |
| I 495 WEST | — | — |
| Long Island Expressway | — | — |
| Cross Island Parkway | — | — |
| Cross Island Parkway North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven, NY and Lyncourt, NY.
Start on South Country Road
Continue on South Country Road
Turn straight onto Montauk Highway
Turn left onto Horseblock Road
Turn left onto Express Drive North
Take the ramp straight toward I 495 WEST: New York
Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
Take the exit slight right toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport
Keep slight right to continue on Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Merge slight left onto Cross Island Parkway
Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Bridge
Continue on Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight left to continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Continue straight
Keep slight left
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Merge slight left onto New Jersey Turnpike
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Continue on Christopher Columbus Highway
Keep slight left to continue on Keystone Shortway
Keep slight left to continue on Keystone Shortway
Take the exit slight right toward I 380 North: Scranton
Continue straight
Merge slight right
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Syracuse
Keep slight left to continue on Syracuse
Continue straight
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward I 690 East: East Syracuse
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Teall Avenue
Turn left onto Teall Avenue
Turn left onto Roxford Road South
Arrive at your destination
Since this route avoids major highways, your travel time can fluctuate based on local traffic volume, so try to depart during off-peak hours to maintain your 6-hour and 31-minute schedule. With a single stop recommended, identify a midpoint location early in your planning to break up the drive and keep your focus sharp. Given the $51 fuel estimate, check your vehicle’s range before leaving Brookhaven to ensure you don't hit any unexpected fuel shortages on these local roads. Because you are navigating turn-heavy segments, keep your GPS active and updated to avoid missing any critical transitions along the way. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't be afraid to pull over early if you feel the fatigue of the local road navigation setting in.
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.
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 69 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.7 miles or 3h 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 5h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lyncourt, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Brookhaven, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Brookhaven, NY
This is one driving day of about 313.3 miles and 6h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 156.7 mi from Brookhaven, NY · 3h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
157 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.
A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 156.7 miles from Brookhaven, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Lyncourt, 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 Lyncourt, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$51.57 one way
$103.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $55.76 | $111.53 |
| premium | $4.92 | $60.72 | $121.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $69.17 | $138.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $29.10
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
$52
Tolls
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$106–$131
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94 | 1 | $32.90 | $15.04 |
| Efficient EV | 78.3 | 0 | $27.41 | $12.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125.3 | 1 | $43.86 | $20.05 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Brookhaven on Wednesday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Lyncourt on Wednesday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
57°F
Ramapo, NY
157 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
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