Trip from Brooklyn, NY to Bridgehampton, NY

Drive Time

2h 15m

Distance

92.1 mi

148 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 6m ★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 34m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 33m
8 PM
2h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Brooklyn, NY, NY

Brooklyn, NY

Cristian Pedroso

Downtown Bridgehampton, NY, NY

Bridgehampton, NY

Julian Bracero

Trip Overview

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 .

Drive Character

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.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunrise Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 69.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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.

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 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Snyder Avenue

Turn left onto Snyder Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East 31st Street

Turn left onto East 31st Street

Navigation decision point

5
2.1 mi into trip | ~5m in | NY 27 / Linden Boulevard

Merge onto NY 27 / Linden Boulevard

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight lanes.
8
6.8 mi into trip | ~13m in | NY 27 / South Conduit Avenue

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly
8
11.2 mi into trip | ~20m in

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 23B Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boule...

Towns Along This Route

Between Brooklyn, NY and Bridgehampton, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.

Jfk Long Term Parking

6.8 mi in | ~13m | via NY 27

Kiss & Fly

6.8 mi in | ~13m | via NY 27

Eastern Long Island

7.1 mi in | ~14m

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: Sunrise Highway — 69.5 mi, about 1h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn, NY and Bridgehampton, NY.

1

Start on Nostrand Avenue

432 ft · 24 sec · Nostrand Avenue
2

Turn left onto Snyder Avenue

269 ft · 17 sec · Snyder Avenue
3

Turn left onto East 31st Street

0.1 mi · 34 sec · East 31st Street
4

Turn right onto Church Avenue

1.7 mi · 3 min · Church Avenue
5

Turn right onto Linden Boulevard

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Linden Boulevard
6

Take the ramp

165 ft · 5 sec
7

Merge onto NY 27

3.7 mi · 5 min · Linden Boulevard
Use the none / straight lanes.
8

Continue on NY 27

0.3 mi · 25 sec · South Conduit Avenue
9

Continue on NY 27

0.8 mi · 1 min · Nassau Expressway
Toward NY 27 East
10

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 27

0.4 mi · 54 sec · South Conduit Avenue
Toward JFK Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec
Toward Belt Parkway, Eastern Long Island
12

Merge onto BP

3.6 mi · 5 min · Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 22 sec
Exit 23B Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
14

Continue on NY 27

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Continue on NY 27

69 mi · 1 hr 31 min · Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
16

Continue on NY 27; CR 39

5.5 mi · 11 min · County Road 39
Use the none lane.
17

Turn left onto Montauk Highway

4.8 mi · 9 min · Montauk Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
18

Turn left onto CR 79

67 ft · 1 sec · Bridgehampton–Sag Harbor Turnpike
Use the left lane.
19

Arrive at destination

CR 79

Trip Plan

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.

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 46 miles from Brooklyn, NY, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.5 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 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.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, NY

This is one driving day of about 92.1 miles and 2h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brooklyn, 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 Sunrise Highway for about 69.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 46 mi from Brooklyn, NY · 1h 7m into the drive

Downtown Babylon, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Babylon, NY

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.

Popular next leg

Babylon, NY to Bridgehampton, NY

58.7 mi · 1h 26m

Pacing Suggestions

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Babylon, NY

Meal break

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 check

Top up before Sunrise Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.5 miles.

Arriving in Bridgehampton, NY

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.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.99 one way

$29.99 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Brooklyn, NY

Afternoon in Brooklyn on Sunday

Local time

4:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bridgehampton, NY

Afternoon in Bridgehampton on Sunday

Local time

4:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

11 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 15m 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 Brooklyn, NY to Bridgehampton, NY covers 92.1 miles and takes about 2h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, County Road 39, Montauk Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46 miles from Brooklyn, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.99 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 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.
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.
Between Brooklyn, NY and Bridgehampton, NY, road signs point toward Jfk Long Term Parking, Kiss & Fly and Eastern Long Island.

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