Origin
Huntington, NY
Evening in Huntington on Thursday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntington, NY to Brewster, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
71.4 mi
115 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntington, NY
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Brewster, NY
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Trip Overview
This 71.4-mile drive from Huntington, NY, to Brewster, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 46 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I 684, Northern Boulevard, and the Hutchinson River Parkway, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this journey through the Northeast region of New York is an efficient way to travel between these two points. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.7 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 71.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this 71.4-mile route, with 58% of it on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I 684, which forms the longest continuous section of the journey at 21.1 miles, providing a chance to maintain a steady pace. The inclusion of Northern Boulevard and the Hutchinson River Parkway suggests a transition to more local or parkway-style driving as you progress. This blend means you'll experience both faster highway travel and potentially more varied road conditions as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 684 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 22.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.4 miles you will encounter 24 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: at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.4 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
22.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
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 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
8
25.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 North: New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
8
28.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward Hutchinson Parkway North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward Hutchinson Parkway North
8
28.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
8
42.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 684 North: Brewster
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 684 North: Brewster
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Huntington, NY and Brewster, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Hutchinson Parkway North, Hutchinson River Parkway North and Somers.
Cross Island Parkway North
19.8 mi in
|
~33m
Bronx
22.3 mi in
|
~37m
New England
22.3 mi in
|
~37m
Hutchinson Parkway North
28.4 mi in
|
~47m
Hutchinson River Parkway North
28.5 mi in
|
~47m
Somers
64.8 mi in
|
~1h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 684 | 21.1 mi | 24m |
| Northern Boulevard | 17.4 mi | 28m |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 13.5 mi | 19m |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Cross Island Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Throgs Neck Bridge | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Brewster Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Lawrence Hill Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 684
— 21.1 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Brewster, NY.
1
Start on NY 110
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
New York Avenue
2
Turn left onto NY 25A
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25A
267 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
4
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Hill Road
5
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Hill Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto NY 25A
17 mi
·
28 min
·
Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto CI
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 295
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
11
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
14
Continue on I 95
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
New England Thruway
15
Take the exit
430 ft
·
14 sec
Exit 9
Toward Hutchinson Parkway North
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Merge onto HR
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 16A
Toward I 684 North: Brewster
Use the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 684
21 mi
·
24 min
·
I 684
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 7
Toward NY 116: Purdys, Somers
Use the right lane.
21
Turn right onto NY 116
296 ft
·
9 sec
·
State Highway 116
Use the right lane.
22
Turn left onto NY 22; NY 116
290 ft
·
7 sec
·
State Highway 22
Use the left lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 22
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 22
24
At end of road, turn left onto NY 22
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Croton Falls Road
Use the left lane.
25
Continue on NY 22
523 ft
·
12 sec
·
Warner Drive
26
Continue on NY 22
476 ft
·
11 sec
·
Front Street
27
Continue on NY 22
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Mahopac Avenue
28
Continue on US 202; NY 22
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Brewster Road
29
Continue on US 202; NY 22
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Brewster Avenue
30
Continue on US 202; NY 22
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Branch Avenue
31
Turn left onto CR 56
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
Use the left lane.
32
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
179 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Main Street
33
Turn right onto Hoyt Street
407 ft
·
18 sec
·
Hoyt Street
34
Turn left onto Prospect Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Prospect Street
35
Turn right onto Michael Neuner Drive
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
Michael Neuner Drive
36
Arrive at destination
Michael Neuner Drive
Trip Plan
For this roughly 1 hour and 46-minute drive, consider departing in the late morning to avoid the busiest commuter times. Since the total distance is only 71.4 miles and the longest uninterrupted stretch is 21.1 miles, you won't need extensive planned stops. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $12, so filling up before you leave Huntington is a good idea. Keep an eye out for transitions between the different main roads, particularly when moving from I 684 to Northern Boulevard, as this is where road conditions might change.
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 35.7 miles from Huntington, NY, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.1 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 16 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.7 miles or 58m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brewster, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Huntington, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Huntington, NY
This is one driving day of about 71.4 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Huntington, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 684 for about 21.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.7 mi from Huntington, NY · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.7 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brewster, NY
The final approach into Brewster, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.75 one way
$23.51 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $12.71 | $25.42 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.84 | $27.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.76 | $31.53 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
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
$12
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.00 | $4.57 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Brewster, NY
Evening in Brewster on Thursday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°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 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 Huntington, NY to Brewster, NY covers 71.4 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 I 684, Northern Boulevard, Hutchinson River Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.7 miles from Huntington, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.75 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 71.4 miles you will encounter 24 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: at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.4 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Huntington, NY and Brewster, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Hutchinson Parkway North, Hutchinson River Parkway North and Somers.
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