Origin
Huntington, NY
Night in Huntington on Wednesday
Local time
10:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Huntington, NY to Springfield, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 50m
Distance
210.9 mi
339 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 37m
★
6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 17m
10 AM
5h 0m
12 PM
4h 57m
3 PM
5h 1m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 42m
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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Springfield, NY
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Trip Overview
This 210.9-mile journey from Huntington, NY to Springfield, NY will take approximately 4 hours and 50 minutes of driving time. Given its duration and the fact that it's a single-day trip with only one recommended stop, it's perfectly suited for a day trip. You can expect to spend around $34 on fuel for this drive. The route is characterized by a turn-heavy local feel, meaning you'll be navigating through towns and local roads for the majority of the trip, with no highway driving. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, keeping the travel experience consistent.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
105.5 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating predominantly through local streets and roads, such as Main Street and Lawrence Hill Road, for the entire 210.9 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction. Don't expect long, straightaways; instead, anticipate a more involved driving experience that requires constant attention to navigation and road conditions as you weave through communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Huntington, NY to Springfield, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street | — | — |
| Lawrence Hill Road | — | — |
| Northern Boulevard | — | — |
| Cross Island Parkway North | — | — |
| Cross Island Parkway | — | — |
| I 295 North | — | — |
| Throgs Neck Bridge | — | — |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Springfield, NY.
1
Start on New York Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
New York Avenue
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
3
Keep slight left to continue on Main Street
266 ft
·
7 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 the end of the road, turn left onto Northern Boulevard
17 mi
·
28 min
·
Northern Boulevard
7
Take the ramp right toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
8
Merge slight left onto Cross Island Parkway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
10
Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Bridge
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
11
Continue on Throgs Neck Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
13
Keep slight left to continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
14
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
15
Continue straight
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
16
Keep slight left
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
17
Keep slight left
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
19
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 4 West: Paramus
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
NJ 4 West: Paramus
20
Merge slight right
6.7 mi
·
9 min
21
Take the exit straight toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
22
Keep slight right to continue on NJ 17 North: Mahwah
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
NJ 17 North: Mahwah
23
Merge slight left
3.3 mi
·
4 min
24
Continue straight
7.3 mi
·
9 min
25
Continue straight
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
26
Continue straight
3.3 mi
·
4 min
27
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
28
Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
71 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
29
Take the exit slight right toward NY 32: Saugerties
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 32: Saugerties
30
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
31
Turn straight
6.0 mi
·
8 min
32
Continue on King's Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
King's Highway
33
Continue on State Highway 32
9.2 mi
·
13 min
·
State Highway 32
34
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 23
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 23
35
Keep slight right
29 mi
·
43 min
36
Turn right onto State Highway 145
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 145
37
At the end of the road, turn left
3.4 mi
·
6 min
38
Turn right onto North Grand Street
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Grand Street
39
Turn right
5.0 mi
·
7 min
40
Turn left
18 mi
·
24 min
41
Turn right onto Hinds Road
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
Hinds Road
42
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 50-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Huntington to maximize your daylight and minimize potential local traffic. With a fuel cost estimated at $34, it's wise to ensure you start with a full tank, as there are no extended highway stretches where quick fuel stops are common. Plan for your single recommended stop to break up the drive, perhaps mid-way through your journey. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, paying close attention to your GPS and any posted speed limits will be crucial for a smooth and efficient trip to Springfield.
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 105.5 miles from Huntington, NY, or about 2h 25m into the drive.
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 46 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.5 miles or 2h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springfield, 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 210.9 miles and 4h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Huntington, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.5 mi from Huntington, NY · 2h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.5 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Springfield, NY
The final approach into Springfield, 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 Springfield, 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
$34.72 one way
$69.43 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $37.54 | $75.08 |
| premium | $4.92 | $40.88 | $81.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.56 | $93.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $29.10
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New York State Thruway
$0.00
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
$35
Tolls
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.3 | 0 | $22.14 | $10.12 |
| Efficient EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.45 | $8.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.4 | 1 | $29.53 | $13.50 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
Springfield, NY
Night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
10:27 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°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
8 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
4h 50m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Springfield, NY covers 210.9 miles and takes about 4h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, Lawrence Hill Road, Northern Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.5 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 $34.72 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 50m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Huntington, NY to Springfield, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Huntington, NY to Springfield, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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