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Trip from Hunter, NY to Islip, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 36m

Distance

163.4 mi

263 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

16 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 24m ★
6 AM
3h 36m
8 AM
4h 1m
10 AM
3h 45m
12 PM
3h 42m
3 PM
3h 46m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Greene County, New York, United States

Hunter, NY

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town in Suffolk County, New York, United States

Islip, NY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Hunter, NY to Islip, NY covers 163.4 miles and takes about 3h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on New York State Thruway, Southern State Parkway, NJ 17 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 70.5 miles on New York State Thruway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.90 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

81.7 miles from Hunter, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New York State Thruway 70.5 mi 1h 21m
Southern State Parkway 24.7 mi 31m
NJ 17 14.1 mi 18m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Cross Bronx Expressway 6.6 mi 8m
King's Highway 5.8 mi 7m
State Highway 23A 5.2 mi 8m
Clearview Expressway 5 mi 5m
Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 70.5 mi, about 1h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hunter, NY and Islip, NY.

1

Start on this road

91 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto NY 23A

1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street
3

Continue on NY 23A

2.4 mi · 3 min · State Route 23A
4

Continue on NY 23A

1.6 mi · 4 min · Main Street
5

Continue on NY 23A

5.2 mi · 8 min · State Highway 23A
6

Continue on NY 23A

1.0 mi · 2 min · State Route 23A
7

Turn slight right onto NY 32A

0.4 mi · 44 sec · State Route 32A
8

Continue on NY 32A

1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 32A
9

Continue on NY 32

5.8 mi · 7 min · King's Highway
10

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
11

Merge onto I 87

71 mi · 1 hr 21 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
14

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

14 mi · 18 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
17

Merge onto NJ 4

0.3 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4
Use the right lane.
18

Continue on NJ 4

6.4 mi · 8 min · NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
20

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.7 mi · 54 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
22

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
24

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

2.0 mi · 2 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
26

Merge onto I 295

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway
27

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Continue on I 295

5.0 mi · 5 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Continue on NY 24

0.7 mi · 1 min · Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
30

At end of road, turn left onto NY 24

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Jamaica Avenue
Use the left lane.
31

Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · Hempstead Avenue
32

Turn right onto 225th Street

228 ft · 9 sec · 225th Street
Use the right lane.
33

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
34

Merge onto CI

1.3 mi · 1 min · Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 25A Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island Use the slight left / straight lanes.
36

Merge onto SO

25 mi · 31 min · Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37

Keep slight left at fork onto SO

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 41S Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore Use the slight right lane.
39

Turn straight onto CR 57

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bay Shore Road
40

Continue on CR 57

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Howells Road
41

Turn straight onto CR 57

341 ft · 6 sec · Sunrise Highway
42

Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57

0.6 mi · 1 min · Howells Road
Toward Howells Road South Use the right lane.
43

Continue on CR 57

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Roosevelt Street
44

Continue on CR 57

0.7 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
45

At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
46

Continue on Montauk Highway

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Montauk Highway
47

Continue on NY 27A

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street
48

Arrive at destination

NY 27A

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 81.7 miles from Hunter, NY, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.5 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 36 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 81.7 miles or 1h 43m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 55m

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 Hunter, 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 Hunter, NY

This is one driving day of about 163.4 miles and 3h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Hunter, 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.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 70.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

82 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

New Paltz, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.7 miles from Hunter, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 128.4

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ramsey, New Jersey

2.1 mi

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Paramus, New Jersey

1.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.7

+19172614093

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 128.4

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Giovanna's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 93.4

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12018255835

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 105

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13472027123

Visit website

Café Panache

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $50 to $10 mile 93.4

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 12–1:30 pm

+12019340030

Visit website

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 128.4

Hollis, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13322041966

Visit website

The Mindful Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.4

Ramsey, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–5 pm

+12016493600

Visit website

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 128.4

Little Neck, New York

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.7

New York, New York

+19172614093

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 105

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 116.7

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 116.7

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Saddle River Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour Expensive mile 93.4

Saddle River, New Jersey

Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm

+12012822300

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 105

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 93.4

Mahwah, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 58.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 58.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 58.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

EvGateway Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 70

Mountainville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19499452000

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 58.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 58.4

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charge Point

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 116.7

New York, New York

Roberto Clemente State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 116.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm

+17182998750

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 116.7

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Rev. T. Wendell Foster Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 116.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 116.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17186816000

Visit website

Yankee Stadium

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 116.7

Bronx, New York

+12129265337

Visit website

Bennett Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 116.7

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

J. Hood Wright Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 116.7

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Fort Tryon Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 116.7

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12127951388

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 90.2 and 158.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
90.2 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | NY 17

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
91.6 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in | NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
120.6 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in | I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 6B Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
8
133.6 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Take the exit toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 25A Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Lon...
9
158.8 mi into trip | ~3h 27m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.90 one way

$53.79 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $29.08 $58.17
premium $4.92 $31.67 $63.34
diesel $5.61 $36.08 $72.15

Estimated Tolls: $26.08

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55
New York State Thruway (70.5 mi) $3.53

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

$27

Tolls

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Electric Vehicle Charge Point

New York, New York

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Newburgh, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Mahwah, New Jersey

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Rivian Adventure Network

Newburgh, New York

Rivian

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Newburgh, New York

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

New York, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Newburgh, New York

Electrify America

1 DCFC

EvGateway Charging Station

Mountainville, New York

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 5 Other: 4 Tesla: 2 Rivian: 1 Electrify America: 1 Tesla Destination: 1 ViaLynk: 1 Blink: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49 0 $17.16 $7.84
Efficient EV 40.9 0 $14.30 $6.54
EV Truck/SUV 65.4 0 $22.88 $10.46

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Hunter, NY

Afternoon in Hunter on Saturday

Local time

4:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Islip, NY

Afternoon in Islip on Saturday

Local time

4:00 PM

EDT

Current temp

58°F

Mostly Cloudy

E 5 to 9 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

49°F

Ramapo, NY

82 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

3h 36m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 112.7
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 118.3
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

9 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 112.7
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 118.3
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 118.3
View on nps.gov
Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 163.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

The drive from Hunter, NY to Islip, NY covers 163.4 miles and takes about 3h 36m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 48 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 70.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 90.2 miles in near NY 17.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 163.4 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 90.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.6 miles (I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Hunter, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York, Cross Island Parkway South, Southern State Parkway East and Eastern Long Island.

Gsp South: Paterson

105.6 mi in | ~2h 14m

Fort Lee

105.6 mi in | ~2h 14m

New York

105.6 mi in | ~2h 14m

Cross Island Parkway South

132.1 mi in | ~2h 52m

Southern State Parkway East

133.6 mi in | ~2h 54m

Eastern Long Island

133.6 mi in | ~2h 54m

About the Cities

Starting in Hunter, NY

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Top landmarks

  • • All Souls Church — church building in New York, United States of America
  • • Haines Falls Railroad Station — railway station in Hunter, the United States of America

Arriving in Islip, NY

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Founded 1683

Islip (pronounced "ICE-lip") is a town on Long Island in the state of New York. Located within Suffolk County, the Town of Islip includes the villages of Brightwaters, Islandia, Ocean Beach and Saltaire. It also includes numerous hamlets including Bay Shore and Sayville which are ferry terminals for Fire Island. Other prominent communities are Bayport, Brentwood, Central Islip, Hauppauge, Islip village (the town seat), and Ronkonkoma.

Top landmarks

  • • Bayport Aerodrome — airport in Suffolk County, New York, United States
  • • Connetquot River State Park Preserve — state park in New York
  • • Modesty — oyster-dredging sloop built in Long Island

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Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 36m. Total distance: 163.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Hunter, NY to Islip, NY covers 163.4 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are New York State Thruway, Southern State Parkway, NJ 17. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 81.7 miles from Hunter, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.90 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 163.4 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 90.2 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.6 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.6 miles (I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Between Hunter, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York, Cross Island Parkway South, Southern State Parkway East and Eastern Long Island.

Yes. Nearby national parks include General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.

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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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