Origin
Huntington, NY
Evening in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntington, NY to South Valley Stream, NY
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.4 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Huntington, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
South Valley Stream, NY
Peter Olexa
Trip Overview
The drive from Huntington, NY to South Valley Stream, NY covers 28.4 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sunrise Highway, Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway, Woodbury Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.5 miles on Sunrise Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.62 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
14.2 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Huntington, NY to South Valley Stream, NY covers 28.4 miles and takes about 42m, 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 15 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 11.5 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 early in the drive near CR 92 / High Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 28.4 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: near the start (CR 92 / High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 92 / High Street
Turn left onto CR 92 / High Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
4.7 mi into trip
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~9m in
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NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Turn right onto NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
6.2 mi into trip
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~12m in
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NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
16 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward NY 27 West: New York
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2W
Toward NY 27 West: New York
6
27.6 mi into trip
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~39m in
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Mill Road
Turn left onto Mill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Woodbury Road | 4.3 mi | 8m |
| Jericho Turnpike | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| High Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Flower Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Forest Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Old Central Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 11.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and South Valley Stream, NY.
1
Start on NY 110
27 ft
·
4 sec
·
New York Avenue
2
Turn left onto CR 92
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
High Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
At end of road, turn left onto Woodbury Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodbury Road
4
Continue on CR 11
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Woodbury Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto NY 25
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Jericho Turnpike
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward NY 135 South: Seaford
7
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 135
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 2W
Toward NY 27 West: New York
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto NY 27
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto Mill Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Mill Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Old Central Avenue
392 ft
·
18 sec
·
Old Central Avenue
12
Continue on Old Central Avenue
300 ft
·
13 sec
·
Old Central Avenue
13
Turn right onto Flower Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Flower Road
14
Turn left onto Forest Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Forest Road
15
Arrive at destination
Forest Road
Trip Plan
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 14.2 miles from Huntington, NY, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.5 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 28.4 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.2 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Valley Stream, 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 28.4 miles and 42m.
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 Sunrise Highway for about 11.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.2 mi from Huntington, NY · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.2 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Valley Stream, NY
The final approach into South Valley Stream, 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 South Valley Stream, 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
$4.62 one way
$9.25 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $5.01 | $10.02 |
| premium | $4.88 | $5.46 | $10.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.31 | $12.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.09
Jericho Turnpike
(1.3 mi)
$0.09
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
$5
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
South Valley Stream, NY
Evening in South Valley Stream on Sunday
Local time
7:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
2 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
42m 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 South Valley Stream, NY covers 28.4 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway, Woodbury Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 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 $4.62 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 11 significant decision points across 28.4 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: near the start (CR 92 / High Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (NY 135 / Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Huntington, NY to South Valley Stream, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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