Drive Time
23m
Distance
14.2 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Photo: Mel Audelo
The drive from Port Jefferson Station, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 14.2 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Route 112, Horseblock Road, Montauk Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.5 miles on Route 112. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.31 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
7.1 miles from Port Jefferson Station, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
The drive from Port Jefferson Station, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 14.2 miles and takes about 23m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
83 ft
Total Descent
250 ft
Highest Point
176 ft
Elevation Range
167 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 112 / Patchogue Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 112 / Patchogue Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.7 miles (CR 16 / Horseblock Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles (CR 80 / Montauk Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Depart onto NY 112 / Patchogue Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 16 / Horseblock Road
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto CR 80 / Montauk Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto CR 36 / South Country Road
Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 112 | 7.5 mi | 13m |
| Horseblock Road | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| Montauk Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Country Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Patchogue Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Port Jefferson Station, NY and Brookhaven, NY.
Start on NY 112
Continue on NY 112
Turn left onto CR 16
At end of road, turn right onto CR 80
Turn left onto CR 36
Arrive at destination
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 14.2 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.1 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookhaven, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Port Jefferson Station, 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 Port Jefferson Station, NY
This is one driving day of about 14.2 miles and 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.1 mi from Port Jefferson Station, NY · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 7.1 miles from Port Jefferson Station, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.31 one way
$4.62 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.51 | $5.01 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.73 | $5.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.15 | $6.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.24 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.99 | $0.91 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in Port Jefferson Station on Saturday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in Brookhaven on Saturday
Local time
8:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
52°F
Smithtown, NY
7 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
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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