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Trip from Port Washington, NY to New York City, NY

Drive Time

41m

Distance

22.9 mi

37 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

12 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 38m ★
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.

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Downtown Port Washington, NY, NY

Port Washington, NY

Peter Olexa

Downtown New York City, NY, NY

New York City, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Port Washington to New York City is a quick 22.9-mile journey that typically takes about 41 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is ideal as a simple day excursion that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Long Island Expressway and the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway before crossing the Williamsburg Bridge to reach your destination. With an estimated fuel cost of only $4, it is an economical route for commuters or weekend visitors. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will experience a familiar, consistent regional atmosphere throughout the entire drive. This straightforward transit is perfect for those who want to reach the city quickly without the need for multiple stops.

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

11.4 miles from Port Washington, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from suburban corridors to high-density urban infrastructure. The route consists of 57% highway driving, providing a blend of steady speeds and inevitable city traffic. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Long Island Expressway, spanning 11 miles of the trip. As you maneuver through the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway and eventually cross the Williamsburg Bridge, the environment shifts significantly from open lanes to the tighter, more complex navigation required in New York City. Staying alert is essential, as the character of the road changes rapidly once you leave the suburban stretches behind.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 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 11 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

186 ft 9 ft

Total Climb

284 ft

Total Descent

350 ft

Highest Point

186 ft

~4.8 mi in

Elevation Range

178 ft

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 2.8 miles in near NY 25A / Northern Boulevard.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 22.9 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 2.8 miles (NY 25A / Northern Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
2.8 mi into trip | ~5m in | NY 25A / Northern Boulevard

At end of road, turn right onto NY 25A / Northern Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
7
16.1 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward I 278 West: Brooklyn

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 17W Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
8
17.1 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
7
17.2 mi into trip | ~27m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 278 West: Brooklyn

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
9
19.5 mi into trip | ~31m in | Williamsburg Bridge

Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 32A Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Port Washington, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Manhattan along the way.

Manhattan

19.5 mi in | ~31m | via Williamsburg Bridge

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Long Island Expressway 11 mi 15m
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway 2 mi 3m
Williamsburg Bridge 1.9 mi 4m
Plandome Road 1.6 mi 3m
Community Drive 1.3 mi 2m
North Plandome Road 1.1 mi 1m
Northern Boulevard 0.6 mi 1m
Delancey Street 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Long Island Expressway — 11 mi, about 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Port Washington, NY and New York City, NY.

1

Start on Murray Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Murray Avenue
2

Turn left onto North Plandome Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Plandome Road
3

Turn right onto Plandome Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Plandome Road
Use the none lane.
4

At end of road, turn right onto NY 25A

0.6 mi · 1 min · Northern Boulevard
Use the right lane.
5

Turn left onto Community Drive

1.3 mi · 2 min · Community Drive
Use the left lane.
6

Turn slight right

162 ft · 9 sec
Use the right lane.
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 495 West: New York
8

Merge onto I 495

11 mi · 15 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the none lane.
9

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 17W Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 10 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street Use the none lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 278

2.0 mi · 3 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
Use the none lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge

0.7 mi · 1 min · Williamsburg Bridge
Exit 32A Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge

1.2 mi · 2 min · Williamsburg Bridge
Use the slight left lane.
15

Continue on Delancey Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Delancey Street
Use the straight lane.
16

Continue on Kenmare Street

0.2 mi · 57 sec · Kenmare Street
17

At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street

0.2 mi · 43 sec · Lafayette Street
Use the left lane.
18

Turn right onto Howard Street

510 ft · 24 sec · Howard Street
19

Turn left onto Broadway

0.5 mi · 1 min · Broadway
Use the straight / none lanes.
20

Arrive at destination

Broadway

Trip Plan

Since this is a short 41-minute drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about long-distance pacing. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Keep in mind that traffic patterns on the Long Island Expressway and the bridge crossings can fluctuate, so checking real-time conditions before you pull out of your driveway is a smart move. Given the low $4 fuel cost, you do not need to stress about budgeting for gas or finding specific refueling stations mid-trip. Use your time wisely by accounting for potential congestion near the Williamsburg Bridge, which is often the most variable part of this commute.

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 11.4 miles from Port Washington, NY, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11 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 22.9 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 11.4 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Port Washington, 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 Port Washington, NY

This is one driving day of about 22.9 miles and 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Port Washington, 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 11 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 11.4 mi from Port Washington, NY · 19m into the drive

Downtown Richmond Hill, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Richmond Hill, NY

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.

Popular next leg

Richmond Hill, NY to New York City, NY

13.2 mi · 39m

Pacing Suggestions

Brooklyn, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Richmond Hill, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 11.4 miles from Port Washington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New York City, NY

The final approach into New York City, 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 New York City, NY.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

0 mi from route Free near mile 22.9
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 22.9
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 22.9
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 22.1
View on nps.gov
Governors Island National Monument

Governors Island National Monument

National Monument

From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...

2 mi from route ~4 min detour Free near mile 22.9
View on nps.gov
Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

National Monument

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 22.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.73 one way

$7.46 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $4.04 $8.08
premium $4.88 $4.40 $8.80
diesel $5.64 $5.09 $10.18

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 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Nanking - Tesla Supercharger

North New Hyde Park, NY

Tesla

20 DCFC

Stop & Shop - Tesla Supercharger

Queens, NY

Tesla

20 DCFC

Carle Place Commons - Tesla Supercharger

Carle Place, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Parkway Plaza - Tesla Supercharger

Carle Place, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Willis Row - Tesla Supercharger

Roslyn Heights, NY

Tesla

8 DCFC

Garden City Park

Garden City Park, NY

eVgo Network

6 DCFC

41 Forest

Glen Cove, NY

RED_E

4 DCFC

Biener Ford - Great Neck

Great Neck, NY

CHARGESMART_EV

4 DCFC

Tesla: 6 RED_E: 1 CHARGESMART_EV: 1 BP_PULSE: 1 eVgo Network: 1 Electrify America: 1 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.9 0 $2.40 $1.10
Efficient EV 5.7 0 $2.00 $0.92
EV Truck/SUV 9.2 0 $3.21 $1.47

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.

Forecast data refreshed 59 minutes ago

Origin

Port Washington, NY

Evening in Port Washington on Sunday

Local time

7:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

71°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New York City, NY

Evening in New York City on Sunday

Local time

7:53 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Mostly Sunny

SE 14 mph 1% chance 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

16 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

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Port Washington, NY to New York City, NY covers 22.9 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, Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, Williamsburg Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.4 miles from Port Washington, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.73 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 16 significant decision points across 22.9 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 2.8 miles (NY 25A / Northern Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Port Washington, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Manhattan along the way.

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