Origin
Huntington, NY
Evening in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntington, NY to Islip Terrace, NY
Drive Time
33m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntington, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Islip Terrace, NY
Mel Audelo
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Huntington to Islip Terrace, you are looking at a manageable 20.5-mile journey that typically takes about 33 minutes. Because of the short distance, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via Park Avenue, the Sagtikos State Parkway, and the Heckscher State Parkway. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical route to traverse within the Northeast. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a local errand, the straightforward nature of this drive makes it a stress-free experience.
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
10.2 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 20.5-mile route offers a mixed driving experience, balancing local roads with faster parkway segments. You will spend about 53% of your travel time on highways, providing a nice blend of pace throughout the journey. The longest stretch you will encounter is a 4.7-mile segment on the Sagtikos State Parkway, which allows for a steady rhythm before you transition back to local surface streets. Expect the feel behind the wheel to shift as you move from the initial local roads onto the parkway system. The combination of these road types keeps the drive engaging without being overly taxing.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sagtikos State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 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 0.2 miles in near NY 25A / Main Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 20.5 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 0.2 miles (NY 25A / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 25A / Main Street
Turn right onto NY 25A / Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
6.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward N East: Hauppauge
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward N East: Hauppauge
7
9.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward SA South: South Shore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 44
Toward SA South: South Shore
6
14.5 mi into trip
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~23m in
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SA
Take the exit onto SA toward SO East: East Islip
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward SO East: East Islip
7
18.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward NY 111 South: Islip
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43S
Toward NY 111 South: Islip
Towns Along This Route
Between Huntington, NY and Islip Terrace, NY, road signs point toward N East: Hauppauge, Sa South: South Shore and So East: East Islip.
N East: Hauppauge
6.4 mi in
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~13m
Sa South: South Shore
9.6 mi in
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~17m
So East: East Islip
14.5 mi in
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~23m
|
via SA
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sagtikos State Parkway | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Park Avenue | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Heckscher State Parkway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Northern State Parkway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Deer Park Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Islip Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Sunrise Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Sagtikos State Parkway
— 4.7 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Islip Terrace, NY.
1
Start on NY 110
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
New York Avenue
2
Turn right onto NY 25A
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn slight right onto CR 35
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Park Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on CR 35
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Deer Park Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward N East: Hauppauge
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto N
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Northern State Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 44
Toward SA South: South Shore
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto SA
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Sagtikos State Parkway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit onto SA
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
SA
Toward SO East: East Islip
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto H
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Heckscher State Parkway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 43S
Toward NY 111 South: Islip
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto NY 111
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Islip Avenue
13
Turn slight right
159 ft
·
9 sec
Toward NY 27 East
14
Continue on West Bittermint Street
481 ft
·
20 sec
·
West Bittermint Street
15
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward NY 27 East
17
Merge onto NY 27
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
18
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 33-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to keep an eye on local traffic patterns. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the entire distance is easily covered in one go. Keep your $3 fuel budget in mind, but rest assured that the minimal distance means you likely won't need to refuel mid-trip. To make the most of your time, try to time your departure to avoid peak local congestion on the Sagtikos State Parkway. Enjoy the freedom of a quick trip that leaves your schedule wide open for whatever awaits you in Islip Terrace.
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 10.2 miles from Huntington, NY, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.7 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 20.5 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.2 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip Terrace, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Huntington, 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 Huntington, NY
This is one driving day of about 20.5 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Huntington, 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 Sagtikos State Parkway for about 4.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.2 mi from Huntington, NY · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.2 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Islip Terrace, NY
The final approach into Islip Terrace, 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 Terrace, 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
$3.34 one way
$6.67 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $3.62 | $7.23 |
| premium | $4.88 | $3.94 | $7.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.55 | $9.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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 Terrace, NY
Evening in Islip Terrace on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
33m 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 Islip Terrace, NY covers 20.5 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sagtikos State Parkway, Park Avenue, Heckscher State Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 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 $3.34 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 12 significant decision points across 20.5 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 0.2 miles (NY 25A / Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Huntington, NY and Islip Terrace, NY, road signs point toward N East: Hauppauge, Sa South: South Shore and So East: East Islip.
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