Origin
Hempstead, NY
Afternoon in Hempstead on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hempstead, NY to Bridgehampton, NY
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
74.3 mi
120 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgehampton, NY
Julian Bracero
Trip Overview
Traveling from Hempstead to Bridgehampton covers 74.3 miles across the Northeast, making for a manageable day trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Southern State Parkway, Sunrise Highway, and County Road 39. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $12, this journey is straightforward and does not require an overnight stay. Since the entire route remains within New York, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is an ideal excursion if you are looking to head east without the commitment of a multi-day haul.
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
37.2 miles from Hempstead, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention as you transition between different road types. Only 21% of this 74.3-mile trip is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local infrastructure. Your longest uninterrupted segment is a 43.9-mile stretch along Sunrise Highway, which provides the most consistent pace of the entire journey. As you progress toward Bridgehampton, the character of the road shifts significantly from suburban arterial routes to more localized, winding paths. Be prepared for a mix of high-speed transit and slower, technical segments that define this Northeast corridor.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 43.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Jerusalem Avenue.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 74.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Jerusalem Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (Jerusalem Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles (SO / Southern State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 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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Jerusalem Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Jerusalem Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
2.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Jerusalem Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto Jerusalem Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
18.8 mi into trip
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~24m in
|
SO / Southern State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto SO / Southern State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
19 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
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 41S
Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
7
20.1 mi into trip
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~27m in
|
Sunrise Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto Sunrise Highway toward NY 27 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward NY 27 East
Towns Along This Route
Between Hempstead, NY and Bridgehampton, NY, road signs point toward Bay Shore Road South and Bay Shore.
Bay Shore Road South
19 mi in
|
~25m
Bay Shore
19 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 43.9 mi | 57m |
| Southern State Parkway | 15.4 mi | 18m |
| County Road 39 | 5.5 mi | 11m |
| Montauk Highway | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| Jerusalem Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Bay Shore Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| William Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Howells Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 43.9 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hempstead, NY and Bridgehampton, NY.
1
Start on Peninsula Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Peninsula Boulevard
Use the none lane.
2
Turn slight right onto NY 102
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Front Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn slight right
111 ft
·
4 sec
Use the right lane.
4
Turn straight onto William Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
William Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Jerusalem Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Jerusalem Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Jerusalem Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jerusalem Avenue
Use the none lane.
7
Turn slight right onto Merrick Avenue North
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Merrick Avenue North
Use the none lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward SO East: East Islip
9
Merge onto SO
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 41S
Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto CR 57
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Shore Road
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on CR 57
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Howells Road
Use the none lane.
14
Turn straight onto CR 57
341 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
15
Keep slight left at fork onto Sunrise Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Toward NY 27 East
Use the none lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward NY 27 East: Montauk
17
Merge onto NY 27
43 mi
·
56 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
18
Continue on NY 27; CR 39
5.5 mi
·
11 min
·
County Road 39
Use the none lane.
19
Turn left onto Montauk Highway
4.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Montauk Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
20
Turn left onto CR 79
67 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bridgehampton–Sag Harbor Turnpike
Use the left lane.
21
Arrive at destination
CR 79
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns to avoid potential congestion. You can easily complete the drive in one go without needing scheduled stops, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise despite the low $12 estimated cost. Given that the route involves a high volume of local turns, using a reliable GPS is essential to stay on track through the transitions between the Southern State Parkway and County Road 39. Since there are no designated stops on this 1 hour and 46-minute route, ensure you are fueled up and ready to go before leaving Hempstead. Taking the drive during off-peak hours will help you maintain a smoother pace as you navigate the turn-heavy sections.
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 37.2 miles from Hempstead, NY, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.9 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 74.3 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 50m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgehampton, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hempstead, 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 Hempstead, NY
This is one driving day of about 74.3 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hempstead, 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 43.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.2 mi from Hempstead, NY · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 74.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.2 miles from Hempstead, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bridgehampton, NY
The final approach into Bridgehampton, 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 Bridgehampton, 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
$12.10 one way
$24.19 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $13.11 | $26.22 |
| premium | $4.88 | $14.28 | $28.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.51 | $33.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.3 | 0 | $7.80 | $3.57 |
| Efficient EV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.7 | 0 | $10.40 | $4.76 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Bridgehampton, NY
Afternoon in Bridgehampton on Sunday
Local time
3:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
7 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 46m 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 Hempstead, NY to Bridgehampton, NY covers 74.3 miles and takes about 1h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Southern State Parkway, County Road 39. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.2 miles from Hempstead, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.10 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 demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 74.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Jerusalem Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (Jerusalem Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.8 miles (SO / Southern State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hempstead, NY and Bridgehampton, NY, road signs point toward Bay Shore Road South and Bay Shore.
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