Origin
Islip, NY
Afternoon in Islip on Sunday
Local time
4:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Islip, NY to Hampton Bays, NY
Drive Time
55m
Distance
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
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6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Islip, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Hampton Bays, NY
Sarah O'Shea
Trip Overview
The drive from Islip, NY to Hampton Bays, NY covers 39.4 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Sunrise Highway, Islip Avenue, Ponquogue Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36.3 miles on Sunrise Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.41 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
19.7 miles from Islip, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 39.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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 36.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near NY 111 / Islip Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (NY 111 / Islip Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Ferndale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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 111 / Islip Avenue
Turn left onto NY 111 / Islip Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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Ferndale Boulevard
Turn left onto Ferndale Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
37.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 65 S
Toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays
7
38 mi into trip
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~52m in
|
CR 80 / West Montauk Highway
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80 / West Montauk Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
38.7 mi into trip
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~54m in
|
Ponquogue Avenue
Turn right onto Ponquogue Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 36.3 mi | 48m |
| Islip Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Ponquogue Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Montauk Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bittermint Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ferndale Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 36.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Islip, NY and Hampton Bays, NY.
1
Start on NY 27A
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 111
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Islip Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right
114 ft
·
4 sec
Toward NY 27 East
4
Turn straight onto Bittermint Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bittermint Street
5
Turn left onto Ferndale Boulevard
154 ft
·
6 sec
·
Ferndale Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Sunrise Highway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward NY 27 East
8
Merge onto NY 27
36 mi
·
47 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 65 S
Toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays
10
Turn straight onto NY 24
473 ft
·
15 sec
·
Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road
Use the left lane.
11
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Montauk Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Ponquogue Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ponquogue Avenue
Use the none lane.
13
Arrive at destination
Ponquogue Avenue
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 19.7 miles from Islip, NY, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.3 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 39.4 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.7 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton Bays, 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 39.4 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Islip, 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 36.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.7 mi from Islip, NY · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Islip, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hampton Bays, NY
The final approach into Hampton Bays, 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 Hampton Bays, 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
$6.41 one way
$12.83 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $6.95 | $13.90 |
| premium | $4.88 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.75 | $17.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Hampton Bays, NY
Afternoon in Hampton Bays on Sunday
Local time
4:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
20 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
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
55m 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 Islip, NY to Hampton Bays, NY covers 39.4 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Islip Avenue, Ponquogue Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.7 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 $6.41 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 39.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (NY 111 / Islip Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Ferndale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 37.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Islip, NY to Hampton Bays, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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