Origin
Brookhaven, NY
Afternoon in Brookhaven on Friday
Local time
3:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookhaven, NY to Oyster Bay, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oyster Bay, NY
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Trip Overview
Brookhaven, NY to Oyster Bay, NY is 39.3 miles and takes about 56m via Long Island Expressway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a relatively short journey, making it an ideal option for a quick day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, so expect consistent speeds for most of the drive. Consider this trip if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Long Island locations without a major time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 39.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with about 70% of the journey taking place on major roads like the Long Island Expressway. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the 39.3 miles, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 27.6 miles on the Long Island Expressway. While the main roads are highways, the route also incorporates sections of Horseblock Road and Berry Hill Road, which can offer a slight change of pace as you get closer to your destination. Expect a straightforward driving experience with minimal complex turns.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Horseblock Road. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near CR 16 / Horseblock Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.2 miles (CR 16 / Horseblock Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (Express Drive North): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 495 / Long Island Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CR 16 / Horseblock Road
Turn left onto CR 16 / Horseblock Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Express Drive North
Turn left onto Express Drive North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 495 / Long Island Expressway
Merge onto I 495 / Long Island Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
33.5 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
33.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
South Oyster Bay Road
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brookhaven, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Bethpage and Syosset.
Bethpage
33.5 mi in
|
~46m
Syosset
33.5 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 27.6 mi | 36m |
| Horseblock Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Berry Hill Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Jackson Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Oyster Bay Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Montauk Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Country Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Express Drive North | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 27.6 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookhaven, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on CR 36
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
South Country Road
2
Continue on South Country Road
354 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Country Road
3
Turn straight onto CR 80
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Montauk Highway
4
Turn left onto CR 16
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Horseblock Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto Express Drive North
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Express Drive North
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 495 WEST: New York
7
Merge onto I 495
28 mi
·
36 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 43
Toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto North Service Road
239 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Service Road
10
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Oyster Bay Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on Jackson Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Jackson Avenue
12
Turn slight left onto Berry Hill Road
283 ft
·
7 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on Berry Hill Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Berry Hill Road
14
Continue on Berry Hill Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Berry Hill Road
15
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
16
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Brookhaven, NY · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Brookhaven, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Oyster Bay, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.47 one way
$12.94 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.00 | $13.99 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Oyster Bay on Friday
Local time
3:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
56m 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 Brookhaven, NY to Oyster Bay, NY covers 39.3 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Horseblock Road, Berry Hill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Brookhaven, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.47 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 39.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.2 miles (CR 16 / Horseblock Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles (Express Drive North): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 495 / Long Island Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Brookhaven, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Bethpage and Syosset.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fire Island National Seashore, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and General Grant National Memorial. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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