Origin
Oyster Bay, NY
Evening in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oyster Bay, NY to Islip Terrace, NY
Drive Time
41m
Distance
25.4 mi
41 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 38m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oyster Bay, NY
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Islip Terrace, NY
Mel Audelo
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Oyster Bay to Islip Terrace, you are looking at a manageable 25.4-mile drive that typically takes about 41 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $4 on fuel for the journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit across the Northeast. Because this is a short, localized trip within New York, it is best viewed as a straightforward commute rather than an intensive road trip. It serves as an efficient connection between two points in the region without requiring complex logistics or heavy travel planning.
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
12.7 miles from Oyster Bay, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 25.4-mile route. You will spend about 35% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of the Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, and Deer Park Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 7.9-mile segment on the Long Island Expressway, which provides the most consistent pace of the drive. The character of the road shifts from the suburban feel near Oyster Bay to the varied traffic patterns associated with the major arterial roads. You will find that the transition between these different roadway types requires staying alert, as the drive fluctuates between high-speed highway segments and more localized road navigation.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 22 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 7.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.1 miles in near NY 106 / South Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 25.4 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 0.1 miles (NY 106 / South Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 106 / South Street
Turn sharp left onto NY 106 / South Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
4.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Turn left onto NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
6.2 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 495 East: Riverhead
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 13E
Toward I 495 East: Riverhead
8
14.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward NY 231: Northport, Babylon
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 51
Toward NY 231: Northport, Babylon
7
21.2 mi into trip
|
~35m in
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Sunrise Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto Sunrise Highway toward NY 27 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward NY 27 East
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Oyster Bay, NY to Islip Terrace, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Babylon along the way.
Babylon
14.3 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| Sunrise Highway | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Deer Park Avenue | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Bay Shore Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Split Rock Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Jackson Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Sugar Toms Lane | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Pine Hollow Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 7.9 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oyster Bay, NY and Islip Terrace, NY.
1
Start on Berry Hill Road
288 ft
·
21 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
2
Turn sharp left onto NY 106
429 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Street
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on NY 106
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Hollow Road
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto Sugar Toms Lane
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sugar Toms Lane
5
Continue on Split Rock Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Split Rock Road
6
Turn slight right onto Berry Hill Road
283 ft
·
7 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
7
Turn straight onto Jackson Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Jackson Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto NY 25
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Jericho Turnpike
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward NY 135 South: Seaford
10
Merge onto NY 135
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
·
Seaford-Oyster Bay Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 13E
Toward I 495 East: Riverhead
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 495
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 51
Toward NY 231: Northport, Babylon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto South Service Road
267 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Service Road
15
Turn right onto NY 231
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Deer Park Avenue
Use the none lane.
16
Turn left onto CR 57
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Bay Shore Road
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on CR 57
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Howells Road
Use the none lane.
18
Turn straight onto CR 57
341 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Sunrise Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Toward NY 27 East
Use the none lane.
20
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward NY 27 East: Montauk
21
Merge onto NY 27
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
22
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 41-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, though planning your departure to avoid peak traffic hours is always a smart move. Because the entire trip covers only 25.4 miles, you likely won't need to factor in any mandatory stops for rest or refueling, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that with a $4 fuel budget, it is easy to keep your car topped off before you leave or once you arrive. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points between the Long Island Expressway and Deer Park Avenue, as these junctions are central to your arrival in Islip Terrace.
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 12.7 miles from Oyster Bay, NY, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.9 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 25.4 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.7 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip Terrace, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oyster Bay, 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 Oyster Bay, NY
This is one driving day of about 25.4 miles and 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oyster Bay, 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 7.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.7 mi from Oyster Bay, NY · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.7 miles from Oyster Bay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Islip Terrace, NY
The final approach into Islip Terrace, 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 Islip Terrace, 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
$4.14 one way
$8.27 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
| premium | $4.88 | $4.88 | $9.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.64 | $11.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Islip Terrace, NY
Evening in Islip Terrace on Sunday
Local time
6:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
20 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
41m 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 Oyster Bay, NY to Islip Terrace, NY covers 25.4 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, Deer Park Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.7 miles from Oyster Bay, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.14 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 14 significant decision points across 25.4 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 0.1 miles (NY 106 / South Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (NY 25 / Jericho Turnpike): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Oyster Bay, NY to Islip Terrace, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Babylon along the way.
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