Origin
Nissequogue, NY
Morning in Nissequogue on Thursday
Local time
11:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Nissequogue, NY to New York City, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
53.7 mi
86 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nissequogue, NY
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New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Nissequogue to New York City is a straightforward 53.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to easily manage the distance without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel for the trip, making it a budget-friendly way to reach the city. You will primarily navigate via the Long Island Expressway and the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway before crossing the Williamsburg Bridge. Since both the starting point and destination are located within the Northeast, you will remain in a familiar regional environment throughout the drive.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This 53.7-mile trip is a perfect same-day round trip for a weekend getaway, easily manageable in under 3 hours total driving time.
Family Friendly
This drive is short enough at 53.7 miles for kids, but the 10/10 complexity rating means you'll want to be extra prepared for navigation.
Solo Traveler
At just 53.7 miles and 1h 23m, this is a comfortable solo drive, though the 10/10 complexity might keep you on your toes.
EV Driver
With a 53.7-mile distance, this route is definitely short enough for an EV on a single charge, and you won't need to worry about finding many charging stations.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This highway-focused drive is defined by a significant 74% reliance on major arteries, meaning you should prepare for steady interstate travel. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch on the Long Island Expressway, covering 37.6 miles of the total distance. The personality of the road transitions from the suburban character of the North Shore toward the dense, high-traffic infrastructure of the city. As you move toward the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway and the Williamsburg Bridge, the environment shifts from open lanes to a more technical, urban driving experience. It is a functional, efficient route designed to get you from point A to point B as directly as possible.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 37.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near NY 25A / North Country Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.7 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (NY 25A / North Country Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.1 mi into trip
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~6m in
|
NY 25A / North Country Road
Turn sharp right onto NY 25A / North Country Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17W
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
7
48 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
9
50.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
Williamsburg Bridge
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 32A
Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
7
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
Lafayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Nissequogue, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Manhattan along the way.
Manhattan
50.3 mi in
|
~1h 13m
|
via Williamsburg Bridge
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 37.6 mi | 51m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Williamsburg Bridge | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Moriches Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Country Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Wheeler Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Hauppauge Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Fifty Acre Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 37.6 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nissequogue, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on Long Beach Road
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Long Beach Road
2
Turn left onto Moriches Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Moriches Road
3
Continue on Moriches Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Moriches Road
4
Turn right onto Fifty Acre Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Fifty Acre Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto Edgewood Avenue
346 ft
·
12 sec
·
Edgewood Avenue
6
Turn sharp right onto NY 25A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Country Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on NY 111
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hauppauge Road
8
Continue on NY 111
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Hauppauge Boulevard
9
At end of road, turn right onto NY 111; CR 76
421 ft
·
8 sec
·
Townline Road
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 111
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Wheeler Road
11
Turn right onto LIE North Service Road
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
LIE North Service Road
Use the right lane.
12
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 495 West: New York
13
Merge onto I 495
38 mi
·
51 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17W
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 278
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
18
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Williamsburg Bridge
Exit 32A
Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Williamsburg Bridge
Use the slight left lane.
20
Continue on Delancey Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Delancey Street
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on Kenmare Street
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Kenmare Street
22
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Lafayette Street
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Howard Street
510 ft
·
24 sec
·
Howard Street
24
Turn left onto Broadway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
25
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.8 mi from Nissequogue, NY · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from Nissequogue, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York City, NY
The final approach into New York City, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.84 one way
$17.68 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.56 | $19.12 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.41 | $20.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.86 | $23.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
New York City, NY
Morning in New York City on Thursday
Local time
11:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 7 to 14 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 8:15PM EDT until April 14 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 7:57PM EDT until April 14 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
66°F
North Hills, NY
27 mi in
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
22 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
1h 23m 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 Nissequogue, NY to New York City, NY covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Williamsburg Bridge. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.8 miles from Nissequogue, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.84 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.7 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (NY 25A / North Country Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Nissequogue, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Manhattan along the way.
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