Origin
Riverhead, NY
Evening in Riverhead on Friday
Local time
5:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverhead, NY to Oyster Bay, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverhead, NY
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Oyster Bay, NY
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Trip Overview
Riverhead, NY to Oyster Bay, NY is 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 14m via the Long Island Expressway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a straightforward drive that's mostly highway, making it a quick and easy journey. If you're looking for a short, direct route between these two points on Long Island, this is a practical choice for a single-day excursion.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 52.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 80% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 41.6 miles on the Long Island Expressway, which forms the backbone of this trip. Expect a fast-paced experience for the majority of your travel time, with smooth sailing on well-maintained highways. The profile suggests a drive that prioritizes efficiency over leisurely sightseeing, so settle in for a direct connection between your starting and ending points.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 41.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Nugent Drive. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 63 / Peconic Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 7 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 (CR 63 / Peconic Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (I 495 / Long Island Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 63 / Peconic Avenue
Turn left onto CR 63 / Peconic Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Turn left toward I 495 West: New York
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 495 West: New York
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
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I 495 / Long Island Expressway
Merge onto I 495 / Long Island Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
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 43
Toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
6
46.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
South Oyster Bay Road
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Riverhead, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Bethpage and Syosset.
Bethpage
46.5 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Syosset
46.5 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 41.6 mi | 55m |
| Nugent Drive | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Berry Hill Road | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Jackson Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Oyster Bay Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Edwards Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Peconic Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Service Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 41.6 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverhead, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on NY 25
140 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto CR 63
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Peconic Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 94
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Nugent Drive
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on CR 94
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Edwards Avenue
5
Turn left
291 ft
·
6 sec
Toward I 495 West: New York
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
this road
Toward I 495 West: New York
7
Merge onto I 495
42 mi
·
55 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 43
Toward South Oyster Bay Road, Bethpage, Syosset
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto North Service Road
239 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Service Road
10
Turn right onto South Oyster Bay Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Oyster Bay Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on Jackson Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Jackson Avenue
12
Turn slight left onto Berry Hill Road
283 ft
·
7 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on Berry Hill Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Berry Hill Road
14
Continue on Berry Hill Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Berry Hill Road
15
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
16
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Riverhead, NY · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Riverhead, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY
The final approach into Oyster Bay, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.25 one way
$16.51 round trip
$4.01/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $9.23 | $18.45 |
| premium | $4.86 | $10.01 | $20.02 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $9.67 | $19.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Oyster Bay, NY
Evening in Oyster Bay on Friday
Local time
5:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 14m 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 Riverhead, NY to Oyster Bay, NY covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Nugent Drive, Berry Hill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Riverhead, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.25 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 straightforward 1h 14m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 63 / Peconic Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles (I 495 / Long Island Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Riverhead, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Bethpage and Syosset.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Fire Island National Seashore, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and General Grant National Memorial. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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