Origin
Pine Plains, NY
Evening in Pine Plains on Thursday
Local time
8:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
138.8 mi
223 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pine Plains, NY
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Islip, NY
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Trip Overview
This 138.8-mile drive from Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes, making it a manageable day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like South Main Street and Highway 82, eventually connecting to the Taconic State Parkway. With a fuel cost estimated at $23, this route offers a straightforward journey within the Northeast region. The generally turn-heavy nature of the drive means you'll be actively engaged behind the wheel for its entirety. Given its relatively short duration, this trip is ideal for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
69.4 miles from Pine Plains, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 138.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 138.8-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you won't encounter any interstate cruising here. Instead, you'll be navigating a more intricate network of roads, starting on South Main Street and Highway 82 before transitioning to the Taconic State Parkway. The absence of long, uninterrupted stretches means you'll be making frequent adjustments. This profile suggests a drive where attention to navigation and road conditions is key, rather than one focused on covering distance quickly.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | — | — |
| Highway 82 | — | — |
| Taconic State Parkway | — | — |
| I 84 East | — | — |
| I 684 South | — | — |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| New England Thruway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Main Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pine Plains, NY and Islip, NY.
1
Start on East Church Street
49 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Church Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on State Highway 82
15 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 82
4
At the end of the road, turn right
0.8 mi
·
1 min
5
Take the exit slight right
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Taconic State Parkway
18 mi
·
24 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 84 East: Danbury
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 84 East: Danbury
8
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
18 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 684 South: White Plains
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 684 South: White Plains
10
Merge slight right
27 mi
·
31 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
12
Merge slight right onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
13
Keep slight right to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue
141 ft
·
5 sec
·
I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
16
Merge slight left onto New England Thruway
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
New England Thruway
17
Continue on Bruckner Expressway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
18
Keep slight left to continue on Throgs Neck Expressway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
19
Continue on Throgs Neck Bridge
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
20
Continue on Clearview Expressway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
21
Continue on Hollis Court Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollis Court Boulevard
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
23
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hempstead Avenue
24
Turn right onto 225th Street
226 ft
·
10 sec
·
225th Street
25
Take the ramp straight toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
26
Merge slight left onto Cross Island Parkway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
27
Take the exit slight left toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
28
Merge slight left onto Southern State Parkway
25 mi
·
31 min
·
Southern State Parkway
29
Keep slight left to continue on Southern State Parkway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Southern State Parkway
30
Take the exit slight right toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
31
Turn straight onto Bay Shore Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Shore Road
32
Continue on Howells Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Howells Road
33
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
341 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
34
Keep slight right to continue on Howells Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Howells Road
35
Continue on Roosevelt Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Roosevelt Street
36
Continue on 3rd Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
37
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
38
Continue on Montauk Highway
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Montauk Highway
39
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
40
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 2 hour and 35 minute drive, consider an early departure to maximize your time at your destination in Islip. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $23, you have a good deal of flexibility. Pay close attention to navigation as the route is described as turn-heavy, especially on local roads like South Main Street and Highway 82. The Taconic State Parkway offers a different driving experience, so be prepared for potential changes in road character. This short trip is best enjoyed without rushing, allowing you to appreciate the local scenery as you go.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.4 miles from Pine Plains, NY, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
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 31 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.4 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pine Plains, 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 Pine Plains, NY
This is one driving day of about 138.8 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Pine Plains, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69.4 mi from Pine Plains, NY · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69.4 miles from Pine Plains, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Islip, NY
The final approach into Islip, 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, 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
$22.85 one way
$45.69 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $24.71 | $49.41 |
| premium | $4.92 | $26.90 | $53.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.65 | $61.29 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck 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
$23
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.57 | $6.66 |
| Efficient EV | 34.7 | 0 | $12.15 | $5.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.5 | 0 | $19.43 | $8.88 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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, NY
Evening in Islip on Thursday
Local time
8:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
2h 35m 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 Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY covers 138.8 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Main Street, Highway 82, Taconic State Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69.4 miles from Pine Plains, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.85 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pine Plains, NY to Islip, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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