Origin
Farmingdale, NY
Late night in Farmingdale on Thursday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmingdale, NY to Hempstead, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
18m
Distance
11.9 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmingdale, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
This short 11.9-mile drive from Farmingdale to Hempstead, NY, is easily manageable in just 18 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on major parkways and expressways, with about 68% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $2, and with no recommended stops, you can make good time. This route stays within the Northeast region, specifically within New York State, offering a straightforward transit between two Long Island communities. Expect a highway-focused experience for this quick trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6 miles from Farmingdale, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
The character of this drive is decidedly highway-focused, with a significant 68% of the 11.9 miles spent on expressways. You'll encounter stretches on the Southern State Parkway, Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway, and Hempstead Turnpike. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll experience is 5.5 miles along the Southern State Parkway. This suggests a drive characterized by consistent speed and efficient travel, rather than winding backroads or scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 11.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Merge onto NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
4.1 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward SO West: New York
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4W
Toward SO West: New York
8
9.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Nassau Road, Hempstead, Freeport
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 21
Toward Nassau Road, Hempstead, Freeport
8
10 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Uniondale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Uniondale
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Farmingdale, NY and Hempstead, NY, road signs point toward So West: New York, Freeport and Uniondale.
So West: New York
4.1 mi in
|
~7m
Freeport
9.9 mi in
|
~15m
Uniondale
10 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern State Parkway | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway | 1.8 mi | 1m |
| Hempstead Turnpike | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Nassau Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Conklin Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Greenwich Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Henry Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Fulton Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 5.5 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmingdale, NY and Hempstead, NY.
1
Start on this road
278 ft
·
22 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
489 ft
·
40 sec
3
Turn left onto Wesche Drive
371 ft
·
21 sec
·
Wesche Drive
4
Turn left onto Cherry Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Cherry Street
5
Turn left onto NY 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conklin Street
6
Continue on NY 24
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Fulton Street
7
Continue on NY 24
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hempstead Turnpike
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward NY 135 South: Seaford
9
Merge onto NY 135
1.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 4W
Toward SO West: New York
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto SO
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 21
Toward Nassau Road, Hempstead, Freeport
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
163 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Uniondale
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto Nassau Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Nassau Road
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on Greenwich Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenwich Street
16
Turn right onto Henry Street
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Henry Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto Peninsula Boulevard
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
Peninsula Boulevard
18
Arrive at destination
Peninsula Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the minimal 18-minute duration and 11.9-mile distance, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart Farmingdale at almost any time without needing to plan for overnight stays. The $2 fuel cost means you likely won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. Pay attention to signage for the Southern State Parkway, Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway, and Hempstead Turnpike as you navigate. Since the longest stretch is 5.5 miles on the Southern State Parkway, you can easily adjust your departure time to avoid potential local traffic.
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 6 miles from Farmingdale, NY, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.5 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 11.9 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hempstead, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Farmingdale, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Farmingdale, NY
This is one driving day of about 11.9 miles and 18m.
At 11.9 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Southern State Parkway for about 5.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6 mi from Farmingdale, NY · 10m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6 miles from Farmingdale, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hempstead, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hempstead, 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
$1.96 one way
$3.92 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $2.12 | $4.24 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.31 | $4.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.63 | $5.25 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.06
Hempstead Turnpike
(0.9 mi)
$0.06
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
$2
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.04 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.67 | $0.76 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Hempstead, NY
Late night in Hempstead on Thursday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°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
1 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
18m 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 Farmingdale, NY to Hempstead, NY covers 11.9 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern State Parkway, Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway, Hempstead Turnpike. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6 miles from Farmingdale, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.96 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 short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 11.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 18m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Farmingdale, NY and Hempstead, NY, road signs point toward So West: New York, Freeport and Uniondale.
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