Origin
Brooklyn, NY
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
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2h 15m
Distance
92.1 mi
148 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brooklyn, NY
Cristian Pedroso
Bridgehampton, NY
Julian Bracero
Escaping Brooklyn for the East End is a classic New York trek, covering approximately 92.1 miles to reach Bridgehampton. You should plan for about 2 hours and 15 minutes of travel time, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $15 for fuel to complete the journey, which keeps the trip cost-effective for a weekend getaway. While the transit is straightforward, the transition from the dense urban environment of Brooklyn to the distinct atmosphere of Bridgehampton happens relatively quickly. Since the route is designed to be completed in one go without mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to pack your day exactly how you prefer. It is a manageable distance that avoids the need for an overnight split, allowing you to maximize your time once you arrive.
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
46 miles from Brooklyn, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
You will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads, as only 5% of this 92.1-mile journey consists of true highway driving. The route relies heavily on the Sunrise Highway, which serves as the backbone of your trip for a 69.5-mile stretch. Once you transition onto County Road 39 and the Montauk Highway, the experience shifts into a turn-heavy local drive that demands more focus than a standard interstate cruise. Expect a mix of varying speeds and road conditions as you leave the city behind and head further east. This is not a monotonous highway grind; rather, it is a drive that keeps you engaged through constant changes in the road environment as you approach the South Fork.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Snyder Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 92.1 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 0.1 miles (Snyder Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (East 31st Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (NY 27 / Linden Boulevard): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto Snyder Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto East 31st Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto NY 27 / Linden Boulevard
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Brooklyn, NY and Bridgehampton, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.
Jfk Long Term Parking
Kiss & Fly
Eastern Long Island
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 69.5 mi | 1h 31m |
| County Road 39 | 5.5 mi | 11m |
| Montauk Highway | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| Linden Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Belt Parkway | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| South Conduit Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Church Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Nassau Expressway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Bridgehampton, NY.
Start on Nostrand Avenue
Turn left onto Snyder Avenue
Turn left onto East 31st Street
Turn right onto Church Avenue
Turn right onto Linden Boulevard
Take the ramp
Merge onto NY 27
Continue on NY 27
Continue on NY 27
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 27
Take the exit
Merge onto BP
Take the exit
Continue on NY 27
Continue on NY 27
Continue on NY 27; CR 39
Turn left onto Montauk Highway
Turn left onto CR 79
Arrive at destination
Timing is everything when heading toward the East End, so try to depart Brooklyn during off-peak hours to navigate the local road segments more smoothly. Since the entire trip is just over two hours, you can easily tackle the drive in one push, but keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the final approach can be tiring. There are no mandatory stops required by the route, which gives you the freedom to choose your own pacing for breaks. Keep your fuel budget of $15 in mind as you plan your departure, and ensure your tank is ready for the transition from the Sunrise Highway to the slower-paced local roads. A smart strategy is to check traffic reports specifically for County Road 39, as this section often dictates the final arrival time for travelers heading into Bridgehampton.
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46 miles or 1h 7m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgehampton, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY
This is one driving day of about 92.1 miles and 2h 15m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 1h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46 miles from Brooklyn, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Sunrise Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.5 miles.
The final approach into Bridgehampton, 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 Bridgehampton, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$14.99 one way
$29.99 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $16.25 | $32.50 |
| premium | $4.88 | $17.71 | $35.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.46 | $40.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
| Efficient EV | 23 | 0 | $8.06 | $3.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.89 | $5.89 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Bridgehampton on Sunday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
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
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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