Origin
Garden City Park, NY
Evening in Garden City Park on Sunday
Local time
6:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garden City Park, NY to Oyster Bay, NY
Drive Time
21m
Distance
13 mi
21 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 19m
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6 AM
0h 21m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 22m
12 PM
0h 22m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Garden City Park, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Oyster Bay, NY
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion on Long Island, the 13-mile trip from Garden City Park to Oyster Bay is a perfect choice. You can easily complete this drive in about 21 minutes, making it an ideal one-day outing that requires no overnight planning. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, it is a highly budget-friendly way to navigate the Northeast. You will primarily follow a path consisting of Jericho Turnpike, Jericho Oyster Bay Road, and Pine Hollow Road. Because the distance is so short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. This route offers a straightforward transition from Garden City Park to the coastal atmosphere of Oyster Bay.
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
6.5 miles from Garden City Park, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you traverse this 13-mile path. You will spend about 58% of your time on highways, balancing faster stretches with local road navigation. Your longest uninterrupted segment occurs on Jericho Turnpike, where you will cover 7.5 miles before needing to adjust your route. The transition from the more developed Garden City Park area into the character of Jericho Oyster Bay Road and Pine Hollow Road keeps the drive engaging. It is neither a monotonous interstate haul nor a purely winding country lane, but rather a functional blend that gets you to your destination efficiently.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jericho Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 7.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Nassau Boulevard.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Nassau Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (NY 106 / Jericho Oyster Bay Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Nassau Boulevard
Turn right onto Nassau Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Turn right onto NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
7.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
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NY 106 / Jericho Oyster Bay Road
Turn slight right onto NY 106 / Jericho Oyster Bay Road toward NY 106 North: Oyster Bay
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward NY 106 North: Oyster Bay
4
12 mi into trip
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~19m in
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NY 106 / Oyster Bay Road
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106 / Oyster Bay Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
13 mi into trip
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~20m in
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Berry Hill Road
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jericho Turnpike | 7.5 mi | 12m |
| Jericho Oyster Bay Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Pine Hollow Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Oyster Bay Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Swamp Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Berry Hill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Nassau Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jericho Turnpike
— 7.5 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garden City Park, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on this road
67 ft
·
10 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Nassau Boulevard
118 ft
·
5 sec
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Nassau Boulevard
3
Turn right onto NY 25
7.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Jericho Turnpike
Use the none lane.
4
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
5
Turn straight onto NY 106; NY 107
281 ft
·
4 sec
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Broadway
6
Continue on NY 106; NY 107
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
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Cedar Swamp Road
7
Turn slight right onto NY 106
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Jericho Oyster Bay Road
Toward NY 106 North: Oyster Bay
Use the none lane.
8
Turn straight onto NY 106
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Oyster Bay Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106
260 ft
·
4 sec
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Oyster Bay Road
10
Continue on NY 106
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Hollow Road
Use the left / none lanes.
11
Continue on NY 106
105 ft
·
5 sec
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South Street
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
112 ft
·
9 sec
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Berry Hill Road
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
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Berry Hill Road
14
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 21-minute drive, you have the luxury of planning your departure around your personal preferences rather than worrying about mid-trip fatigue. You will not need to factor in any planned stops, allowing you to enjoy a direct, non-stop journey. Keep in mind that your fuel budget is quite low at $2, so you can easily plan this trip without needing to worry about mid-route refueling. To make the most of your travel, try to avoid peak traffic hours on the Jericho Turnpike to ensure your 13-mile trip stays within that estimated 21-minute window. Flexibility is your biggest asset here, so feel free to head out whenever you are ready to reach Oyster Bay.
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 6.5 miles from Garden City Park, NY, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.5 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 13 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.5 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
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 Garden City Park, 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 Garden City Park, NY
This is one driving day of about 13 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Garden City Park, 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 Jericho Turnpike for about 7.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.5 mi from Garden City Park, NY · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Garden City Park, 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
$2.12 one way
$4.23 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.29 | $4.59 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.53
Jericho Turnpike
(7.5 mi)
$0.53
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
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.62 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Oyster Bay, NY
Evening in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
3 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
21m 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 Garden City Park, NY to Oyster Bay, NY covers 13 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jericho Turnpike, Jericho Oyster Bay Road, Pine Hollow Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 miles from Garden City Park, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.12 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 13 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Nassau Boulevard): Navigation decision point; near the start (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (NY 106 / Jericho Oyster Bay Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Garden City Park, NY to Oyster Bay, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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