Origin
Hampton Bays, NY
Evening in Hampton Bays on Sunday
Local time
8:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampton Bays, NY to Islip, NY
Drive Time
57m
Distance
40.2 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampton Bays, NY
Sarah O'Shea
Islip, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hampton Bays to Islip is a straightforward 40.2-mile journey that typically takes about 57 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You should budget approximately $7 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Northeast, you will find this path serves as a practical connection between two distinct areas on Long Island. It is an ideal option for those looking to reach their destination efficiently without the need for multiple stops.
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
20.1 miles from Hampton Bays, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than a monotonous interstate haul. You will spend the vast majority of your time on Sunrise Highway, which accounts for a 36.9-mile stretch of the trip. Since the highway share is 0%, you are navigating local roads rather than high-speed interstates for the duration of the drive. The route transitions through Ponquogue Avenue and Islip Avenue as you approach your final destination. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires more attention to local navigation than a standard highway commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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 36.9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near CR 80 / West Montauk Highway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (CR 80 / West Montauk Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (NY 24 / Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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CR 80 / West Montauk Highway
Turn left onto CR 80 / West Montauk Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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NY 24 / Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road
Turn right onto NY 24 / Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge onto NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
38.3 mi into trip
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~53m in
Take the exit toward NY 111: Islip, Smithtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward NY 111: Islip, Smithtown
6
40 mi into trip
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~56m in
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NY 27A / Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto NY 27A / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 36.9 mi | 49m |
| Islip Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Ponquogue Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Montauk Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 36.9 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampton Bays, NY and Islip, NY.
1
Start on Ponquogue Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ponquogue Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto CR 80
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Montauk Highway
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto NY 24
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward NY 27 West: New York
5
Merge onto NY 27
36 mi
·
48 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Exit 45
Toward NY 111: Islip, Smithtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
8
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
Toward NY 111 South: Islip
9
Turn straight onto NY 111
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Islip Avenue
Use the none lane.
10
At end of road, turn right onto NY 27A
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
11
Arrive at destination
NY 27A
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to account for local traffic patterns. You will not need to plan for any scheduled stops during the 57-minute drive, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep your $7 fuel budget in mind when planning your total trip expenses. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert when transitioning from the long stretch on Sunrise Highway onto the local turns of Islip Avenue. Having your navigation ready before you hit the local road segments will help ensure a smooth arrival.
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 20.1 miles from Hampton Bays, NY, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.9 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 40.2 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.1 miles or 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hampton Bays, 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 Hampton Bays, NY
This is one driving day of about 40.2 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hampton Bays, 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 36.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Hampton Bays, NY · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Hampton Bays, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Islip, 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
$6.54 one way
$13.09 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| premium | $4.88 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.93 | $17.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.22 | $1.93 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.52 | $1.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Evening in Islip on Sunday
Local time
8:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
20 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
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
57m 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 Hampton Bays, NY to Islip, NY covers 40.2 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Islip Avenue, Ponquogue Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.1 miles from Hampton Bays, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.54 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 straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (CR 80 / West Montauk Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (NY 24 / Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hampton Bays, NY to Islip, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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