Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
21 mi
34 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Islip, NY
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Huntington, NY
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This short 21-mile drive from Islip to Huntington, NY, will take approximately 35 minutes, making it a perfect option for a single-day excursion within the Northeast region. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with no highway driving involved, suggesting a more relaxed pace. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, this trip is very budget-friendly. The profile indicates a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent navigation adjustments. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or as part of a larger exploration of Long Island.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 21 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entire 21 miles, as this route has a 0% highway share. There isn't a 'longest stretch' to speak of, meaning you'll be constantly engaged with navigating through town. The roads you'll follow include Islip Avenue, SO West, and Heckscher State Parkway, each contributing to the urban and suburban feel of the journey. This isn't a route for setting cruise control; rather, it's about experiencing the local network of streets as you travel.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Islip, NY to Huntington, NY is easy. At 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Islip, NY to Huntington, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Islip Avenue | — | — |
| SO West | — | — |
| Heckscher State Parkway | — | — |
| SA North | — | — |
| Sagtikos State Parkway | — | — |
| N West | — | — |
| Northern State Parkway | — | — |
| CR 35 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Islip, NY and Huntington, NY.
Start on Main Street
Turn left onto Islip Avenue
Take the ramp slight right toward SO West: New York
Merge slight left onto Heckscher State Parkway
Take the exit slight right toward SA North: Kings Park
Merge slight left onto Sagtikos State Parkway
Take the exit slight right toward N West: New York
Merge slight left onto Northern State Parkway
Take the exit slight right toward CR 35 North: Huntington
Continue on Deforest Road North
Turn straight onto Deer Park Road
Continue on Park Avenue
Turn slight left onto West Main Street
Turn left onto New York Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Regular Gas
$3.46 one way
$6.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $3.74 | $7.48 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.07 | $8.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.64 | $9.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.01 |
| Efficient EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.84 | $0.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Islip on Friday
Local time
1:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Cloudy then Areas Of Fog
Destination
Afternoon in Huntington on Friday
Local time
1:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Isolated Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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