Origin
Islip Terrace, NY
Evening in Islip Terrace on Sunday
Local time
5:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Islip Terrace, NY to Oyster Bay, NY
Drive Time
47m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 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 43m
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6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Islip Terrace, NY
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Oyster Bay, NY
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Trip Overview
This 30.7-mile drive from Islip Terrace to Oyster Bay is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 47 minutes to complete. Because of the relatively short distance, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $5 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route transitions across the Northeast region, utilizing a blend of the Long Island Expressway and Heckscher State Parkway to connect your starting point to your destination. It is a practical, efficient path that avoids the complexity of longer cross-country journeys.
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
15.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed transit with local navigation. You will spend about 57% of your time on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the journey. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Long Island Expressway, where you will cover 14 miles before shifting to other roads. As you move off the expressway, you will navigate local thoroughfares like Berry Hill Road, which changes the pace significantly compared to the highway stretches. This transition from fast-moving lanes to local roads gives the route a varied feel as you approach Oyster Bay.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Long Island Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 14 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 around 2 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 30.7 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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (CR 67 / Motor Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
2 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the exit toward NY 27A, CR 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale, Great River
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 46A
Toward NY 27A, CR 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale,...
7
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward NY 111 North: Hauppauge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43N
Toward NY 111 North: Hauppauge
6
9.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
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CR 67 / Motor Parkway
Turn left onto CR 67 / Motor Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
24.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 43
Toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
6
25.2 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
South Oyster Bay Road
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
Towns Along This Route
Between Islip Terrace, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Cr 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale, Great River, To Ny 27: Southern Parkway West, New York and Bethpage - among others.
Cr 85: Montauk Highway
2 mi in
|
~2m
Oakdale
2 mi in
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~2m
Great River
2 mi in
|
~2m
To Ny 27: Southern Parkway West
3.3 mi in
|
~5m
New York
3.3 mi in
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~5m
Bethpage
24.9 mi in
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~36m
Syosset
24.9 mi in
|
~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 14 mi | 19m |
| Berry Hill Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Heckscher State Parkway | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Islip Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Sunrise Highway | 2 mi | 2m |
| Montauk Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Joshuas Path | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Jackson Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 14 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Islip Terrace, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on NY 27
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Sunrise Highway
2
Take the exit
442 ft
·
18 sec
Exit 46A
Toward NY 27A, CR 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale, Great River
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn right onto NY 27A
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Montauk Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward To NY 27: Southern Parkway west, New York
5
Merge onto H
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Heckscher State Parkway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 43N
Toward NY 111 North: Hauppauge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn slight right onto NY 111
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Islip Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on NY 111
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Joshuas Path
9
Turn left onto CR 67
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Motor Parkway
Use the none lane.
10
Turn left onto LIE North Service Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
LIE North Service Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 495 West: New York
12
Merge onto I 495
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 43
Toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto North Service Road
239 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Service Road
15
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Oyster Bay Road
Use the left / none lanes.
16
Continue on Jackson Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Jackson Avenue
Use the none lane.
17
Turn slight left onto Berry Hill Road
283 ft
·
7 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on Berry Hill Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Berry Hill Road
19
Continue on Berry Hill Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Berry Hill Road
20
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
21
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 47-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid peak traffic congestion. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive through in one go. Keep in mind that since the highway portion accounts for over half of your travel, staying alert during the 14-mile stretch on the Long Island Expressway is key to a smooth arrival. Use the $5 fuel budget as a baseline, but consider filling up before you leave Islip Terrace to ensure you have a stress-free trip. Having the freedom to head out whenever you choose is the biggest advantage of this compact route.
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 15.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14 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 30.7 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.4 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oyster Bay, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Islip Terrace, 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 Terrace, NY
This is one driving day of about 30.7 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Islip Terrace, 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 Long Island Expressway for about 14 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.4 mi from Islip Terrace, NY · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY
The final approach into Oyster Bay, 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 Oyster Bay, 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
$5.00 one way
$10.00 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $5.42 | $10.83 |
| premium | $4.88 | $5.90 | $11.80 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.82 | $13.64 |
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: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Oyster Bay, NY
Evening in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
5:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
20 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
47m 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 Terrace, NY to Oyster Bay, NY covers 30.7 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Berry Hill Road, Heckscher State Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.4 miles from Islip Terrace, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.00 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 13 significant decision points across 30.7 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: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles (CR 67 / Motor Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Islip Terrace, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Cr 85: Montauk Highway, Oakdale, Great River, To Ny 27: Southern Parkway West, New York and Bethpage - among others.
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