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Trip from Islip, NY to Greig, NY

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

6h 39m

Distance

315.8 mi

508 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
6h 28m ★
6 AM
6h 40m
8 AM
7h 4m
10 AM
6h 48m
12 PM
6h 46m
3 PM
6h 50m
5 PM
7h 3m
8 PM
6h 33m

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

town in Suffolk County, New York, United States

Islip, NY

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Downtown Greig, NY, NY

Greig, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

The drive from Islip, NY to Greig, NY covers 315.8 miles and takes about 6h 39m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Montauk Highway, Main Street, 3rd Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $51.98 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

157.9 miles from Islip, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 19m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 6h 39m drive with frequent turns across 315.8 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 64 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Montauk Highway 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

The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 39m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Islip, NY to Greig, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Montauk Highway
Main Street
3rd Avenue
Rossevelt Street
Howells Road
Sunrise Highway
Bay Shore Road
SO West

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: Montauk Highway — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Main Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street
2

Continue on Montauk Highway

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Montauk Highway
3

Continue on Main Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Main Street
4

Turn right onto 3rd Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
5

Continue on Rossevelt Street

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Rossevelt Street
6

Continue on Howells Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Howells Road
7

Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway

164 ft · 3 sec · Sunrise Highway
8

Keep slight right to continue on Howells Road

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Howells Road
9

Continue on Bay Shore Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bay Shore Road
10

Take the ramp slight right toward SO West: New York

0.1 mi · 19 sec · SO West: New York
11

Continue straight

364 ft · 9 sec
12

Merge slight left onto Southern State Parkway

25 mi · 31 min · Southern State Parkway
13

Take the exit slight right toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
14

Merge slight left onto Cross Island Parkway

1.3 mi · 1 min · Cross Island Parkway
15

Take the exit slight right toward NY 24: UBS Arena-Belmont Park

318 ft · 9 sec · NY 24: UBS Arena-Belmont Park
16

Keep slight left to continue on NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue

436 ft · 12 sec · NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue
17

Keep slight right to continue on Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West
18

Keep slight right to continue on Hempstead Avenue West

266 ft · 8 sec · Hempstead Avenue West
19

Continue on Grandstand, Hempstead Avenue West

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Grandstand, Hempstead Avenue West
20

Keep slight left to continue on Hempstead Avenue

102 ft · 5 sec · Hempstead Avenue
21

Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · Hempstead Avenue
22

Turn left onto Jamaica Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Jamaica Avenue
23

Turn right onto 212th Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · 212th Street
24

Continue on Clearview Expressway

5.0 mi · 5 min · Clearview Expressway
25

Continue on Throgs Neck Bridge

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
26

Continue on Throgs Neck Expressway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Throgs Neck Expressway
27

Keep slight left to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway

6.6 mi · 8 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
28

Keep slight left to continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
29

Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
30

Continue straight

0.5 mi · 48 sec
31

Keep slight left

0.6 mi · 39 sec
32

Keep slight left

0.1 mi · 9 sec
33

Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

0.2 mi · 23 sec · I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
34

Keep slight right to continue on NJ 4 West: Paramus

0.2 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4 West: Paramus
35

Merge slight right

6.7 mi · 9 min
36

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
37

Keep slight right to continue on NJ 17 North: Mahwah

0.2 mi · 37 sec · NJ 17 North: Mahwah
38

Merge slight left

3.3 mi · 4 min
39

Continue straight

7.3 mi · 9 min
40

Continue straight

0.7 mi · 50 sec
41

Continue straight

3.3 mi · 4 min
42

Continue straight

0.2 mi · 11 sec
43

Keep slight left to continue on I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany

118 mi · 2 hr 15 min · I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
44

Keep slight left to continue on New York State Thruway

63 mi · 1 hr 12 min · New York State Thruway
45

Take the exit slight right toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville

0.3 mi · 37 sec · NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
46

Continue straight

0.4 mi · 54 sec
47

Continue straight

1.9 mi · 2 min
48

At the end of the road, turn left

0.7 mi · 1 min
49

Turn right onto South Ann Street

0.3 mi · 36 sec · South Ann Street
50

At the end of the road, turn left onto West Monroe Street

9.7 mi · 15 min · West Monroe Street
51

Continue on State Highway 28

3.2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 28
52

Continue on Main Street

1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
53

Continue on State Highway 28

2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 28
54

Continue on South Main Street

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
55

Continue on State Highway 8

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Highway 8
56

Turn right onto State Highway 28

6.0 mi · 8 min · State Highway 28
57

Turn right onto State Highway 12

11 mi · 15 min · State Highway 12
58

Continue on Erwin Parkway

9.7 mi · 11 min · Erwin Parkway
59

Continue on State Highway 12

0.8 mi · 52 sec · State Highway 12
60

Continue on Bea Luck Road

11 mi · 13 min · Bea Luck Road
61

Turn right onto Burdicks Crossing Road

1.4 mi · 5 min · Burdicks Crossing Road
62

Turn left onto Lyons Falls Road

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Lyons Falls Road
63

Continue on Greig Road

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Greig Road
64

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 157.9 miles from Islip, NY, or about 3h 19m 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 69 miles or 1h 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 157.9 miles or 3h 19m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 27m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greig, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Islip, 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 Islip, NY

This is one driving day of about 315.8 miles and 6h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 69 miles from Islip, 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 157.9 mi from Islip, NY · 3h 19m into the drive

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

158 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

Jamaica, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ramapo, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 157.9 miles from Islip, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Greig, NY

The final approach into Greig, 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 Greig, 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

$51.98 one way

$103.97 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 111 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $56.21 $112.42
premium $4.92 $61.21 $122.42
diesel $5.61 $69.72 $139.45

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

$52

Tolls

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$106–$131

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 110.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 94.7 1 $33.16 $15.16
Efficient EV 79 0 $27.63 $12.63
EV Truck/SUV 126.3 1 $44.21 $20.21

Gas CO2

110 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Islip, NY

Evening in Islip on Wednesday

Local time

7:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Greig, NY

Evening in Greig on Wednesday

Local time

7:34 PM

EDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

57°F

Ramapo, NY

158 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

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

6h 39m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Islip, NY to Greig, NY covers 315.8 miles and takes about 6h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Montauk Highway, Main Street, 3rd Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 157.9 miles from Islip, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $51.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 39m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Islip, NY to Greig, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Islip, NY to Greig, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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