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1h 37m
Distance
61.2 mi
98 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oyster Bay, NY
RDNE Stock project
Annsville, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Spanning 61.2 miles from Oyster Bay to Annsville, this trip is a straightforward journey through the Northeast that takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes to complete. You can easily tackle this distance in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick excursion without needing an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of roughly $10, it is a cost-effective route that keeps your travel expenses low. The path utilizes a combination of Northern Boulevard, the Sprain Brook Parkway, and NY 9A to guide you across the region. Because the trip is relatively short, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip lodging.
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
30.6 miles from Oyster Bay, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Expect a mixed driving profile that transitions between local thoroughfares and faster parkway segments. Only 35% of your time will be spent on highways, meaning you will navigate a variety of road types rather than facing a monotonous interstate grind. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on NY 9A, which covers 14.7 miles of the journey. This variety keeps the drive engaging, shifting from the nuances of surface streets to the more fluid pace of the parkway. Prepare for a dynamic experience behind the wheel where the road conditions change frequently as you progress toward your destination.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
647 ft
Total Descent
688 ft
Highest Point
386 ft
~40.8 mi in
Elevation Range
381 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 61.2 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: at 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 North: New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Bronx Parkway, Sprain Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Bronx Parkway North, Sprain Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NY 9A, NY 100 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Oyster Bay, NY and Annsville, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Cross County Parkway West and Bronx Parkway North.
Cross Island Parkway North
Bronx
New England
Cross County Parkway West
Bronx Parkway North
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 9A | 14.7 mi | 22m |
| Northern Boulevard | 13.4 mi | 22m |
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Columbus Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Cross Island Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| New England Thruway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Throgs Neck Bridge | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Oyster Bay, NY and Annsville, NY.
Start on Berry Hill Road
Turn sharp left onto NY 106
Continue on NY 106
Continue on NY 106
Turn right onto NY 25A
Take the ramp
Merge onto CI
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695
Merge onto I 95
Continue on I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto Tillotson Avenue
Turn left onto Conner Street
Continue on NY 22
Continue on NY 22
Turn slight right onto NY 22
Take the ramp
Merge onto Cross County Parkway
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto Bronx River Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Continue on Taconic State Parkway
Take the exit
Continue on NY 9A; NY 100
Turn left onto US 6; US 9; US 202
Enter roundabout onto US 9
Continue on US 9
Turn right onto Roa Hook Road
Turn slight right onto Old Albany Post Road
Arrive at destination
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 37 minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it suits your plans. While there are no formal stops scheduled, the lack of a mandatory break allows you to reach Annsville efficiently. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, as your $10 budget assumes a standard vehicle efficiency for this 61.2-mile distance. Because you are navigating a mix of roads including the Sprain Brook Parkway, stay alert for shifts in speed limits and traffic density. A pro tip for this route is to monitor local traffic reports for the Sprain Brook Parkway, as conditions there can fluctuate and impact your travel time significantly.
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.
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 61.2 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.6 miles or 52m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Annsville, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Oyster Bay, 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 Oyster Bay, NY
This is one driving day of about 61.2 miles and 1h 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.6 mi from Oyster Bay, NY · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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.
A short stop after about 61.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.6 miles from Oyster Bay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Annsville, 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 Annsville, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.96 one way
$19.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
| premium | $4.88 | $11.77 | $23.53 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.60 | $27.19 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.69
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
$10
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
| Efficient EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Evening in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Clear
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 2:05PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Evening in Annsville on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Along the Route
26°F
Mount Vernon, NY
31 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
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.
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