Origin
Islip, NY
Evening in Islip on Sunday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Islip, NY to North Valley Stream, NY
Drive Time
40m
Distance
28.4 mi
46 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good 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 37m
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6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Islip, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
North Valley Stream, NY
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Islip to North Valley Stream, you are looking at a straightforward 28.4-mile trip through the Northeast. Expect to spend about 40 minutes on the road, making this an ideal one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. Budget roughly $5 for fuel, which keeps this drive quite economical for a quick transition across Long Island. Because this route is entirely within New York, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B efficiently without the need for extensive travel planning.
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 Islip, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 79% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Southern State Parkway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.5 miles. Once you exit the parkway, the character of the drive shifts as you transition onto Main Street and Howells Road to reach your final destination. While the parkway offers a fast-paced experience, the local roads at the beginning and end of the trip provide a necessary contrast. Expect a steady rhythm behind the wheel as you navigate these primary arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near 3rd Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 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: at 2 miles (3rd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (CR 57 / Howells Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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3rd Avenue
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
9
3.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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CR 57 / Howells Road
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57 / Howells Road toward Howells Road, Deer Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Howells Road, Deer Park
7
27.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward Corona Avenue North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward Corona Avenue North
8
27.3 mi into trip
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~37m in
Turn right toward Corona Avenue North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 15
Toward Corona Avenue North
6
27.4 mi into trip
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~38m in
|
Dutch Broadway
Turn left onto Dutch Broadway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Islip, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Deer Park and So West: New York.
Deer Park
3.6 mi in
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~6m
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via CR 57
So West: New York
4.5 mi in
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~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern State Parkway | 22.5 mi | 28m |
| Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Howells Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Dutch Broadway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Bay Shore Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Rossevelt Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Montauk Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 22.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Islip, NY and North Valley Stream, NY.
1
Start on NY 27A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on Montauk Highway
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Montauk Highway
3
Continue on NY 27A
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on CR 57
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Rossevelt Street
6
Continue on CR 57
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Howells Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
163 ft
·
3 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Howells Road
Toward Howells Road, Deer Park
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on CR 57
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Shore Road
Use the none lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward SO West: New York
11
Continue on this road
363 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
12
Merge onto SO
22 mi
·
28 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 15
Toward Corona Avenue North
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right
149 ft
·
6 sec
Exit 15
Toward Corona Avenue North
Use the right lane.
15
Turn slight right onto Corona Avenue
253 ft
·
12 sec
·
Corona Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Dutch Broadway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Dutch Broadway
Use the left lane.
17
Turn sharp left onto North Fletcher Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
North Fletcher Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
North Fletcher Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 40-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to account for typical parkway traffic patterns. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the 28.4-mile distance is easily manageable in a single stint. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto the Southern State Parkway to ensure you don't need to exit prematurely for gas. Because the route relies so heavily on the parkway, checking local traffic reports for that specific corridor before you head out is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in North Valley Stream.
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 Islip, NY, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.5 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 40m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Valley Stream, 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 28.4 miles and 40m.
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 Southern State Parkway for about 22.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.2 mi from Islip, 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 Islip, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Valley Stream, NY
The final approach into North 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 North 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 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
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
North Valley Stream, NY
Evening in North Valley Stream on Sunday
Local time
5:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
17 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
40m 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 North Valley Stream, NY covers 28.4 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern State Parkway, Main Street, Howells Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.2 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 $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 10 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: at 2 miles (3rd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (CR 57 / Howells Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Islip, NY and North Valley Stream, NY, road signs point toward Deer Park and So West: New York.
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