Origin
Fort Ann, NY
Evening in Fort Ann on Friday
Local time
5:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fort Ann, 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
4h 56m
Distance
234.3 mi
377 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 43m
★
6 AM
4h 57m
8 AM
5h 24m
10 AM
5h 6m
12 PM
5h 4m
3 PM
5h 8m
5 PM
5h 22m
8 PM
4h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Ann, NY
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Oyster Bay, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Ann, NY to Oyster Bay, NY covers 234.3 miles and takes about 4h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Anne Street, State Route 9, Gurney Lane for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $38.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.1 miles from Fort Ann, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 56m. Total distance: 234.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 56m 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 4h 56m drive with frequent turns across 234.3 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.
Anne Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Ann, NY to Oyster Bay, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Anne Street | — | — |
| State Route 9 | — | — |
| Gurney Lane | — | — |
| I 87 South | — | — |
| Adirondack Northway | — | — |
| I 287 South | — | — |
| NJ 17 South | — | — |
| NJ 4 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Anne Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Ann, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on Ann Street
79 ft
·
6 sec
·
Ann Street
2
Continue on Anne Street
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Anne Street
3
Turn left onto State Route 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 9
4
Turn right onto Gurney Lane
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Gurney Lane
5
Take the exit left toward I 87 South
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 87 South
6
Merge slight left onto Adirondack Northway
49 mi
·
58 min
·
Adirondack Northway
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
8
Continue on I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South: New York
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
I 87 South: New York
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
11
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
12
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
14 mi
·
18 min
·
NJ 17 South: Mahwah
13
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
14
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
15
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
16
Continue straight
6.4 mi
·
8 min
17
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
18
Merge slight left
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
19
Keep slight left
0.8 mi
·
1 min
20
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
21
Continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
22
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
23
Keep slight right to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
24
Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Expressway
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
25
Continue on Throgs Neck Bridge
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
26
Continue on Clearview Expressway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Clearview Expressway
27
Take the exit slight right toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
28
Continue on Clearview Expressway
456 ft
·
18 sec
·
Clearview Expressway
29
Turn left onto Northern Boulevard
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Northern Boulevard
30
Turn left onto Jericho Oyster Bay Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Jericho Oyster Bay Road
31
Turn straight onto Oyster Bay Road
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Oyster Bay Road
32
Keep slight left to continue on Oyster Bay Road
259 ft
·
4 sec
·
Oyster Bay Road
33
Continue on Pine Hollow Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Hollow Road
34
Continue on South Street
105 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Street
35
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
112 ft
·
9 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
36
Continue on Berry Hill Road
62 ft
·
3 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
37
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.1 miles from Fort Ann, NY, or about 2h 28m 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 52 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.1 miles or 2h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oyster Bay, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fort Ann, 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 Fort Ann, NY
This is one driving day of about 234.3 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Fort Ann, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.1 mi from Fort Ann, NY · 2h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.1 miles from Fort Ann, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY
The final approach into Oyster Bay, 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 Oyster Bay, 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
$38.57 one way
$77.13 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $41.70 | $83.41 |
| premium | $4.92 | $45.41 | $90.82 |
| diesel | $3.75 | $34.59 | $69.18 |
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
$39
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$86–$111
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.3 | 0 | $24.60 | $11.25 |
| Efficient EV | 58.6 | 0 | $20.50 | $9.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.7 | 1 | $32.80 | $15.00 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Evening in Oyster Bay on Friday
Local time
5:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
117 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
10 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
4h 56m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fort Ann, NY to Oyster Bay, NY covers 234.3 miles and takes about 4h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Anne Street, State Route 9, Gurney Lane. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.1 miles from Fort Ann, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 56m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Fort Ann, NY to Oyster Bay, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Fort Ann, NY to Oyster Bay, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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