Origin
Richmond Hill, NY
Afternoon in Richmond Hill on Sunday
Local time
4:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richmond Hill, NY to Brookhaven, NY
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
53.8 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richmond Hill, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Richmond Hill to Brookhaven, expect a straightforward journey covering approximately 53.8 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 15 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $9 on fuel for the trek across the Northeast region. The route relies on a combination of the Van Wyck Expressway, the Belt Parkway, and Sunrise Highway to move you toward your destination. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule.
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
26.9 miles from Richmond Hill, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend only about 9% of your time on highways, meaning you should be prepared for frequent maneuvering through local traffic patterns. The longest uninterrupted portion of your journey is a 44.7-mile stretch on Sunrise Highway, which provides the most consistent pace of the drive. Because the route involves navigating various local roads, your experience behind the wheel will be active rather than monotonous. Adjust your expectations for a journey that favors local navigation over long-distance highway travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunrise Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 44.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 53.8 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 1 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway
Merge onto I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
10
3.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NY 27 East: Eastern Long Island, Belt Parkway East, South Conduit Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1E
Toward NY 27 East: Eastern Long Island, Belt Pa...
9
4.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Belt Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Belt Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
8
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23B
Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boule...
8
52.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 57 S
Toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven
Towns Along This Route
Between Richmond Hill, NY and Brookhaven, NY, road signs point toward Terminals 7 8, Belt Parkway East and Eastern Long Island.
Terminals 7 8
3.5 mi in
|
~5m
Belt Parkway East
3.6 mi in
|
~5m
Eastern Long Island
3.6 mi in
|
~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 44.7 mi | 1h |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Belt Parkway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| South Conduit Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Jamaica Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Montauk Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Country Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Yaphank Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 44.7 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond Hill, NY and Brookhaven, NY.
1
Start on Jamaica Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
2
Turn right onto Van Wyck Expressway West
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Van Wyck Expressway West
3
Take the ramp
345 ft
·
8 sec
4
Merge onto I 678
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork
274 ft
·
6 sec
Toward Terminals 7 8
6
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
this road
Exit 1E
Toward NY 27 East, NY 878 East: South Conduit Avenue, Belt Parkway East, Eastern Long Island, Nassau Expressway
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 1E
Toward NY 27 East: Eastern Long Island, Belt Parkway East, South Conduit Avenue
Use the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Belt Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto BP
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 23B
Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on NY 27
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on NY 27
45 mi
·
1 hr
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
492 ft
·
19 sec
Exit 57 S
Toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto Sunrise Hwy South Service Road
426 ft
·
15 sec
·
Sunrise Hwy South Service Road
15
Turn right onto CR 21
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Yaphank Avenue
16
Turn right onto CR 80
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Montauk Highway
17
Turn left onto CR 36
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
South Country Road
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
CR 36
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 15 minute duration, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best suits your plans without needing to schedule mid-trip rest stops. Since there are no designated stops on this route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave; setting aside $9 for gas will cover your needs for the 53.8-mile distance. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between the Van Wyck Expressway and the Belt Parkway, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires steady attention. Use the flexibility of this short drive to avoid peak traffic hours, ensuring a smoother transition as you head toward Brookhaven.
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 26.9 miles from Richmond Hill, NY, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.7 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 53.8 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.9 miles or 38m 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 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookhaven, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Richmond Hill, 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 Richmond Hill, NY
This is one driving day of about 53.8 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Richmond Hill, 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 Sunrise Highway for about 44.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.9 mi from Richmond Hill, NY · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 53.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.9 miles from Richmond Hill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brookhaven, NY
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.76 one way
$17.52 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $9.49 | $18.98 |
| premium | $4.88 | $10.34 | $20.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.65 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.71 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.53 | $3.44 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Brookhaven, NY
Afternoon in Brookhaven on Sunday
Local time
4:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
8 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
1h 15m 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 Richmond Hill, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 53.8 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Van Wyck Expressway, Belt Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.9 miles from Richmond Hill, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.76 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 53.8 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 1 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Richmond Hill, NY and Brookhaven, NY, road signs point toward Terminals 7 8, Belt Parkway East and Eastern Long Island.
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