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Trip from New York City, NY to Patchogue, NY

Drive Time

1h 29m

Distance

58.2 mi

94 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 22m ★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown New York City, NY, NY

New York City, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Downtown Patchogue, NY, NY

Patchogue, NY

Peter Olexa

Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick getaway from New York City to Patchogue, you are looking at a manageable 58.2-mile trek. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 29 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, the Long Island Expressway, and Veterans Memorial Highway to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $9, the trip remains very cost-effective for a weekend excursion. Since both cities are located within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent coastal climate throughout the drive. This highway-focused route is straightforward, perfect for those who prefer efficiency over winding backroads.

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

29.1 miles from New York City, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a standard highway-focused drive, as 75% of your journey takes place on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Long Island Expressway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.3 miles. The personality of this route is defined by the high-speed transit typical of the region, so be prepared for a consistent pace rather than technical turns. As you transition from the urban density of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway onto the Long Island Expressway, the environment shifts toward the suburban landscape of Long Island. Once you exit onto Veterans Memorial Highway, the character of the road changes slightly, signaling the final approach to the Patchogue area.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 30 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 39.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

205 ft 11 ft

Total Climb

220 ft

Total Descent

233 ft

Highest Point

205 ft

~31.5 mi in

Elevation Range

194 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Veterans Memorial Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Chambers Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

Complex — stay alert throughout

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 58.2 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: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 24 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Chambers Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
8
6.3 mi into trip | ~13m in

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 35A-B Toward I 495: Midtown Tunnel, Eastern Long Isla...
10
6.5 mi into trip | ~13m in

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes. Exit 35B Toward I 495 East: Eastern Long Island, Riverhe...
9
6.6 mi into trip | ~13m in

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Exit 35E Toward I 495 East: Eastern Long Island, Riverhe...
8
47 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

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 57 Toward NY 454: Commack, Patchogue

Towns Along This Route

Between New York City, NY and Patchogue, NY, road signs point toward Eastern Long Island, 48Th Street, 48 Street and Riverhead.

Eastern Long Island

6.3 mi in | ~13m

48Th Street

6.3 mi in | ~13m

48 Street

6.4 mi in | ~13m

Riverhead

6.5 mi in | ~13m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Long Island Expressway 39.3 mi 54m
Veterans Memorial Highway 7.8 mi 11m
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway 4.4 mi 7m
Sunrise Service Road South 1.3 mi 2m
Brooklyn Bridge 1.1 mi 2m
Waverly Avenue 0.9 mi 2m
Express Drive South 0.5 mi 1m
West Main Street 0.5 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Long Island Expressway — 39.3 mi, about 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Patchogue, NY.

1

Start on Broadway

79 ft · 11 sec · Broadway
2

Turn left onto Chambers Street

0.1 mi · 37 sec · Chambers Street
3

Turn right onto Centre Street

328 ft · 17 sec · Centre Street
4

Turn left onto Brooklyn Bridge

1.1 mi · 2 min · Brooklyn Bridge
5

Take the exit slight right toward I 278: Brooklyn Queens Expressway, Cadman Plaza West

341 ft · 10 sec · I 278: Brooklyn Queens Expressway, Cadman Plaza West
6

Turn right onto I 278: Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

253 ft · 8 sec · I 278: Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
7

Turn right onto Cadman Plaza West

33 ft · 1 sec · Cadman Plaza West
8

Turn slight right onto Brooklyn-Queens Expressway East

223 ft · 8 sec · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway East
9

Turn slight right onto Prospect Street

0.2 mi · 53 sec · Prospect Street
10

Turn right onto Jay Street

276 ft · 18 sec · Jay Street
11

At the end of the road, turn left onto Sands Street

56 ft · 2 sec · Sands Street
12

Take the ramp slight right toward I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

0.2 mi · 24 sec · I 278 East: Triborough Bridge, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
13

Merge slight left onto Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

3.6 mi · 6 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
14

Keep slight right to continue on Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

0.8 mi · 1 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
15

Take the exit slight right toward I 495: Midtown Tunnel, Eastern Long Island, 48th Street

0.1 mi · 16 sec · I 495: Midtown Tunnel, Eastern Long Island, 48th Street
16

Continue on I 495: Midtown Tunnel, Eastern Long Island, 48 Street

0.1 mi · 18 sec · I 495: Midtown Tunnel, Eastern Long Island, 48 Street
17

Keep slight right to continue on I 495 East: Eastern Long Island, Riverhead, 48th Street

308 ft · 9 sec · I 495 East: Eastern Long Island, Riverhead, 48th Street
18

Keep slight left to continue on I 495 East: Eastern Long Island, Riverhead

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 495 East: Eastern Long Island, Riverhead
19

Keep slight left to continue on I 495 East: Eastern Long Island

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 495 East: Eastern Long Island
20

Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway

39 mi · 54 min · Long Island Expressway
21

Take the exit slight right toward NY 454: Commack, Patchogue

0.2 mi · 28 sec · NY 454: Commack, Patchogue
22

Turn straight onto Express Drive South

0.5 mi · 1 min · Express Drive South
23

Turn right onto Veterans Memorial Highway

7.8 mi · 11 min · Veterans Memorial Highway
24

Continue on Sunrise Service Road South

1.3 mi · 2 min · Sunrise Service Road South
25

Turn right onto Waverly Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Waverly Avenue
26

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Holbrook Road

108 ft · 2 sec · Holbrook Road
27

Exit the roundabout onto Holbrook Road

0.3 mi · 50 sec · Holbrook Road
28

Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Holbrook Road

39 ft · 1 sec · Holbrook Road
29

Exit the roundabout onto Holbrook Road

338 ft · 15 sec · Holbrook Road
30

Turn left onto West Main Street

0.2 mi · 28 sec · West Main Street
31

Turn right onto South Ocean Avenue

20 ft · 1 sec · South Ocean Avenue
32

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Because this is a relatively short drive of under 90 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. However, given the heavy traffic patterns common on the Long Island Expressway, try to avoid peak commuting hours to keep your travel time closer to the estimated 1 hour and 29 minutes. You won't need to plan for formal stops on this 58.2-mile route, as it is easily completed in one go. Keep your $9 fuel budget in mind, but remember that gas prices can fluctuate depending on where you fill up near the city versus further out on the island. My best advice is to check live traffic reports before you leave the city, as the Long Island Expressway is prone to sudden congestion that can impact your arrival time.

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 29.1 miles from New York City, NY, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.3 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 58.2 miles or 1h 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 29.1 miles or 45m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Patchogue, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving New York City, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

+

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 New York City, NY

This is one driving day of about 58.2 miles and 1h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from New York City, 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 39.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 29.1 mi from New York City, NY · 45m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hempstead, NY

29 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

Brookhaven, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 58.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Port Washington, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from New York City, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Patchogue, NY

The final approach into Patchogue, 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 Patchogue, NY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

0 mi from route Free
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.19 one way

$18.37 round trip

$4.01/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $10.27 $20.53
premium $4.86 $11.14 $22.28
diesel $4.69 $10.76 $21.51

Estimated Tolls: $6.55

Triborough Bridge $6.55

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

$9

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 17.5 0 $6.11 $2.79
Efficient EV 14.6 0 $5.09 $2.33
EV Truck/SUV 23.3 0 $8.15 $3.72

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 hours ago

Origin

New York City, NY

Afternoon in New York City on Monday

Local time

12:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Partly Sunny

SW 10 to 21 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Patchogue, NY

Afternoon in Patchogue on Monday

Local time

12:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Mostly Cloudy

SW 9 to 17 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 29m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from New York City, NY to Patchogue, NY covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Veterans Memorial Highway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 miles from New York City, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.19 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 24 significant decision points across 58.2 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: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.3 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one; at 6.5 miles: Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one.
Between New York City, NY and Patchogue, NY, road signs point toward Eastern Long Island, 48Th Street, 48 Street and Riverhead.

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