Origin
East Fishkill, NY
Afternoon in East Fishkill on Thursday
Local time
12:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
106.5 mi
171 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Fishkill, NY
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Islip, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY covers 106.5 miles and takes about 1h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 52, Taconic State Parkway, I 84 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.2 miles from East Fishkill, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 106.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 54m drive with frequent turns across 106.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 52 is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY is easy. At 1h 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 52 | — | — |
| Taconic State Parkway | — | — |
| I 84 East | — | — |
| I 684 South | — | — |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| New England Thruway | — | — |
| Bruckner Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
State Route 52
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Fishkill, NY and Islip, NY.
1
Start on State Route 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 52
2
Take the ramp sharp right
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
3
Merge slight left onto Taconic State Parkway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 84 East: Danbury
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 84 East: Danbury
5
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
18 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 684 South: White Plains
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 684 South: White Plains
7
Merge slight right
27 mi
·
31 min
8
Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
9
Merge slight right onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
10
Keep slight right to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue
141 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
13
Merge slight left onto New England Thruway
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
New England Thruway
14
Continue on Bruckner Expressway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
15
Keep slight left to continue on Throgs Neck Expressway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
16
Continue on Throgs Neck Bridge
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
17
Continue on Clearview Expressway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
18
Continue on Hollis Court Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollis Court Boulevard
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
20
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hempstead Avenue
21
Turn right onto 225th Street
226 ft
·
10 sec
·
225th Street
22
Take the ramp straight toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
23
Merge slight left onto Cross Island Parkway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
24
Take the exit slight left toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
25
Merge slight left onto Southern State Parkway
25 mi
·
31 min
·
Southern State Parkway
26
Keep slight left to continue on Southern State Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Southern State Parkway
27
Take the exit slight right toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
28
Turn straight onto Bay Shore Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Shore Road
29
Continue on Howells Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Howells Road
30
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
341 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
31
Keep slight right to continue on Howells Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Howells Road
32
Continue on Roosevelt Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Roosevelt Street
33
Continue on 3rd Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
34
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
35
Continue on Montauk Highway
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Montauk Highway
36
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
37
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 53.2 miles from East Fishkill, NY, or about 57m into the drive.
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 23 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.2 miles or 57m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving East Fishkill, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Fishkill, NY
This is one driving day of about 106.5 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from East Fishkill, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.2 mi from East Fishkill, NY · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.2 miles from East Fishkill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Islip, NY
The final approach into Islip, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.53 one way
$35.06 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $18.96 | $37.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.64 | $41.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.51 | $47.03 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
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
$18
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.18 | $5.11 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.91 | $6.82 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Islip, NY
Afternoon in Islip on Thursday
Local time
12:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
34°F
Mount Vernon, NY
53 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
22 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
1h 54m 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 East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY covers 106.5 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 52, Taconic State Parkway, I 84 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.2 miles from East Fishkill, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.53 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.
The drive from East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY is easy. At 1h 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from East Fishkill, NY to Islip, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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