Origin
Milford, NY
Evening in Milford on Friday
Local time
8:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, NY to Brookhaven, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 24m
Distance
236.8 mi
381 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 12m
★
6 AM
5h 25m
8 AM
5h 52m
10 AM
5h 34m
12 PM
5h 32m
3 PM
5h 36m
5 PM
5h 50m
8 PM
5h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
This 236.8-mile drive from Milford, NY to Brookhaven, NY is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in about 5 hours and 24 minutes. It's a feasible day trip, especially if you're looking to get from point A to point B efficiently within the Northeast region. The route predominantly utilizes major highways, with an estimated fuel cost of $39. You'll spend most of your time on NY 17 and the Long Island Expressway, making it a practical choice for those prioritizing speed and directness. Given its highway-centric nature, this trip is best suited for those who don't mind a consistent driving pace.
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
118.4 miles from Milford, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 46m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Brookhaven, NY
Full guide →Founded 1655
Brookhaven is the largest town in Suffolk County, part of Long Island, New York. With 485,000 residents (2020). It includes a patchwork of villages and other communities, and is the only town on the island to touch both the Long Island Sound and Atlantic Ocean. The villages of Belle Terre, Bellport, Lake Grove, Mastic Beach, Old Field, Patchogue, Poquott, Port Jefferson, and Shoreham are semi-autonomous, and provide their own services in addition to those provided by the town. Other prominent communities include Mount Sinai, Stony Brook, and Fire Island, a long and car-free resort island off the south coast of the town.
Top landmarks
- • Wardenclyffe Tower — early experimental wireless transmission station designed and built by Nikola Te...
- • West Meadow Beach Historic District — historic district in the United States
- • Stony Brook Grist Mill — watermill
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 24m. Total distance: 236.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-intensive experience, with 80% of this 236.8-mile route comprising high-speed roads. The drive begins on NY 17, offering a substantial 70.1-mile stretch without needing to divert, setting a tone for efficient travel. You'll then transition to the Long Island Expressway, continuing this pattern of consistent highway driving. This profile means you'll encounter a steady flow of traffic and minimal complex intersections, allowing for a predictable pace. The character remains largely consistent, emphasizing forward momentum over varied scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 55 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NY 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and Long Island Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 64.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 236.8 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 64.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.9 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 33 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
64.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Take the ramp toward NY 17 East: New York City
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward NY 17 East: New York City
8
133.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
9
148.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
|
NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
150.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 25m in
|
NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
179.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m in
|
I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Milford, NY and Brookhaven, NY, road signs point toward Davenport, Nyst: Albany, New York City, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York - among others.
Davenport
13.8 mi in
|
~19m
|
via NY 28
Nyst: Albany
133.7 mi in
|
~3h 4m
New York City
133.7 mi in
|
~3h 4m
Gsp South: Paterson
164.4 mi in
|
~3h 43m
Fort Lee
164.4 mi in
|
~3h 43m
New York
164.4 mi in
|
~3h 43m
Eastern Long Island
187.1 mi in
|
~4h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 70.1 mi | 1h 23m |
| Long Island Expressway | 43.5 mi | 59m |
| NJ 17 | 14.1 mi | 18m |
| State Highway 206 | 13.7 mi | 24m |
| New York State Thruway | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 28 | 12.9 mi | 18m |
| Franklin-Walton Road | 9 mi | 12m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 70.1 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, NY and Brookhaven, NY.
1
Start on NY 166
94 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on NY 28
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on NY 28
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 28
4
Continue on NY 28
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Gersoni Road
5
Take the ramp onto NY 28
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
NY 28
6
Take the exit onto NY 28
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
NY 28
Exit 15
Toward NY 23, NY 28 South: Oneonta, Davenport
7
Turn left onto NY 23; NY 28
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
James F. Lettis Highway
8
Turn right onto NY 28
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 28
9
Continue on NY 357
6.4 mi
·
10 min
·
NY 357
10
Turn slight left onto CR 21
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Franklin-Walton Road
11
Continue on CR 21
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Brook Road
12
Continue on CR 21
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Franklin Road
13
Turn right onto CR 21
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Townsend Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto NY 10; NY 206
242 ft
·
8 sec
·
Delaware Street
15
Turn right onto NY 206
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Bridge Street
Use the right lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto NY 206
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Stockton Avenue
17
Continue on NY 206
9.0 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 206
18
Continue on NY 30; NY 206
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Bridge Street
19
Continue on NY 30; NY 206
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 30
20
Turn right onto NY 206; CR 7
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Cat Hollow Road
21
Continue on NY 206; CR 7
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 206
22
Continue on NY 206; CR 91
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Rockland Road
23
Continue on NY 206; CR 179
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Old Route 17
24
Turn right onto CR 124
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Stewart Avenue
25
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward NY 17 East: New York City
Use the left lane.
26
Merge onto NY 17
69 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
Use the slight right lane.
28
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
29
Merge onto I 87
14 mi
·
15 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
31
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 287; NJ 17
32
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
14 mi
·
18 min
·
NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
34
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
35
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
NJ 4
Use the right lane.
36
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
38
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
40
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
42
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
44
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
45
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Continue on I 295
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 4E-W
Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 4E
Toward I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, Eastern Long Island
49
Merge onto I 495
43 mi
·
59 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 65
Toward CR 16: Horse Block Road, Centereach, Shirley
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
51
Turn straight onto Express Drive South
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Express Drive South
Toward I 495, CR 101: Yaphank, Riverhead
52
Turn slight right onto CR 16
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Horseblock Road
Use the right lane.
53
At end of road, turn right onto CR 80
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Montauk Highway
Use the right lane.
54
Turn left onto CR 36
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Country Road
Use the left lane.
55
Arrive at destination
CR 36
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour, 24-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Milford, NY, to maximize daylight and potentially avoid the heaviest traffic, especially as you approach Long Island. With one recommended stop, you can easily manage breaks along the way. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a major road change is over 70 miles. Planning your fuel stops in advance will prevent any unnecessary delays on this highway-focused trip. Remember that flexibility is key on shorter, direct routes like this, allowing you to adjust as needed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 118.4 miles from Milford, NY, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.1 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 52 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.4 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookhaven, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Milford, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Milford, NY
This is one driving day of about 236.8 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Milford, 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.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 70.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 118.4 mi from Milford, NY · 2h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 118.4 miles from Milford, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.1 miles.
Arriving in Brookhaven, NY
The final approach into Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, 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
$38.98 one way
$77.96 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $42.15 | $84.30 |
| premium | $4.92 | $45.90 | $91.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.28 | $104.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.23
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New York State Thruway
(13.7 mi)
$0.68
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
$39
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71 | 0 | $24.86 | $11.37 |
| Efficient EV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.72 | $9.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.7 | 1 | $33.15 | $15.16 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Brookhaven, NY
Evening in Brookhaven on Friday
Local time
8:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
118 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
10 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
5h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Milford, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 236.8 miles and takes about 5h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NY 17, Long Island Expressway, NJ 17. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 118.4 miles from Milford, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 236.8 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 64.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 148.9 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Milford, NY and Brookhaven, NY, road signs point toward Davenport, Nyst: Albany, New York City, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York - among others.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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