Origin
North Valley Stream, NY
Evening in North Valley Stream on Sunday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Valley Stream, NY to Huntington, NY
Drive Time
39m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
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6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Valley Stream, NY
Tom Fisk
Huntington, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward trip across Long Island, the 21.8-mile drive from North Valley Stream to Huntington is a practical choice. You can easily complete this journey in about 39 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, the trip is quite economical for a quick change of scenery between these two Northeast locations. Since the total distance is relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or heavy logistics. This route serves as a convenient connection for those looking to traverse the region efficiently without spending hours behind the wheel.
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
10.9 miles from North Valley Stream, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed-road experience, balancing highway convenience with local navigation. You will spend about 49% of your time on highways, providing a steady pace for nearly half of the trip. The transition between Jericho Turnpike, Cold Spring Road, and Lawrence Hill Road keeps the driving dynamic as you move toward your destination. You will encounter your longest stretch of continuous travel while covering 10.8 miles on Jericho Turnpike. Expect the road's personality to shift from busier arterial roads to smaller local segments as you progress through the 21.8-mile transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jericho Turnpike is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Dutch Broadway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (Dutch Broadway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Meacham Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Dutch Broadway
Turn sharp right onto Dutch Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Meacham Avenue
Turn left onto Meacham Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
3.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
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NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Turn right onto NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
14.7 mi into trip
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~26m in
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Underhill Boulevard
Turn left onto Underhill Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
6
21.6 mi into trip
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~38m in
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NY 110 / New York Avenue
Turn right onto NY 110 / New York Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jericho Turnpike | 10.8 mi | 18m |
| Cold Spring Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Lawrence Hill Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Covert Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Meacham Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Underhill Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Northern Boulevard | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Dutch Broadway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Jericho Turnpike
— 10.8 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Valley Stream, NY and Huntington, NY.
1
Start on North Fletcher Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Fletcher Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto Dutch Broadway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Dutch Broadway
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto Meacham Avenue
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Meacham Avenue
4
Continue on Covert Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Covert Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto NY 25
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Jericho Turnpike
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto Underhill Boulevard
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Underhill Boulevard
Use the left / none lanes.
7
Turn slight left onto Jackson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Jackson Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on Cold Spring Road
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Cold Spring Road
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on Cold Spring Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Cold Spring Road
10
Turn straight onto NY 25A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Northern Boulevard
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto NY 108
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Hill Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Hill Road
13
Continue on NY 25A
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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Main Street
14
Turn right onto NY 110
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
New York Avenue
Use the none lane.
15
Arrive at destination
NY 110
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 39-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid the worst of local traffic. Since there are zero formal stops required for this 21.8-mile route, you can easily cruise through without needing to plan for lengthy breaks. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will hover around $4, so a quick check of your gauge before leaving North Valley Stream is all the preparation you need. Given the route's reliance on Jericho Turnpike, try to time your drive outside of peak commuting hours to ensure you maintain that steady 39-minute pace. Enjoy the convenience of a short trip that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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 10.9 miles from North Valley Stream, NY, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.8 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 21.8 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Valley Stream, 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 North Valley Stream, NY
This is one driving day of about 21.8 miles and 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Valley Stream, 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 Jericho Turnpike for about 10.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from North Valley Stream, NY · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.9 miles from North Valley Stream, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Huntington, NY
The final approach into Huntington, 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 Huntington, 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
$3.55 one way
$7.10 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $3.85 | $7.69 |
| premium | $4.88 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.84 | $9.69 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.75
Jericho Turnpike
(10.8 mi)
$0.75
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
$4
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Huntington, NY
Evening in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°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
14 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
39m 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 North Valley Stream, NY to Huntington, NY covers 21.8 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jericho Turnpike, Cold Spring Road, Lawrence Hill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 miles from North Valley Stream, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.55 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 21.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (Dutch Broadway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Meacham Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.9 miles (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North Valley Stream, NY to Huntington, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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