Origin
Salisbury, NY
Night in Salisbury on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salisbury, NY to Islip, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 27m
Distance
257.5 mi
414 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 15m
★
6 AM
5h 28m
8 AM
5h 55m
10 AM
5h 37m
12 PM
5h 35m
3 PM
5h 39m
5 PM
5h 53m
8 PM
5h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salisbury, NY
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Islip, NY
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Trip Overview
This 257.5-mile journey from Salisbury, NY, to Islip, NY, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 5 hours and 27 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost of approximately $42, this trip primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway and the Southern State Parkway, though State Highway 29 also plays a role. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive feel, suggesting you'll encounter frequent directional changes rather than a straight shot. You'll be staying within the Northeast region for this entire drive, traversing familiar New York landscapes. Plan for one main stop to break up the nearly 5.5 hours on the road. This is a manageable day trip for most travelers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
128.8 miles from Salisbury, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with only 35% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 151.4 miles along the New York State Thruway, offering a period of consistent speed. However, the overall profile is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' indicating a significant portion of your time will be spent navigating more intricate roadways with frequent turns and potentially slower speeds. This blend means you'll transition between faster highway segments and more involved local road driving as you progress toward Islip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 58 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 151.4 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 66.2 miles in near New York State Thruway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 257.5 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 66.2 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184.3 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.7 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 32 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
66.2 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
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New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
184.3 mi into trip
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~3h 45m in
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NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
185.7 mi into trip
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~3h 47m in
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NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
214.8 mi into trip
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~4h 27m in
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I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
9
252.9 mi into trip
|
~5h 19m in
Take the exit toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
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 41S
Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Salisbury, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Boston, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York, Cross Island Parkway South and Southern State Parkway East - among others.
Boston
66.2 mi in
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~1h 29m
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via New York State Thruway
Gsp South: Paterson
199.8 mi in
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~4h 5m
Fort Lee
199.8 mi in
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~4h 5m
New York
199.8 mi in
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~4h 5m
Cross Island Parkway South
226.2 mi in
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~4h 43m
Southern State Parkway East
227.7 mi in
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~4h 46m
Eastern Long Island
227.7 mi in
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~4h 46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 151.4 mi | 2h 54m |
| Southern State Parkway | 24.7 mi | 31m |
| State Highway 29 | 18.6 mi | 25m |
| NJ 17 | 14.1 mi | 18m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| County Highway 116 | 4.3 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 151.4 mi, about 2h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salisbury, NY and Islip, NY.
1
Start on CR 114
2.4 mi
·
3 min
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Military Road
2
Continue on CR 83
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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West State Street
3
Continue on NY 29
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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West State Street
4
Continue on NY 29
19 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 29
5
Turn right onto CR 116
2.6 mi
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3 min
·
County Highway 116
6
Turn straight onto NY 67
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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State Highway 67
7
Turn left onto CR 116
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Highway 116
8
Continue on NY 334
0.5 mi
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39 sec
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State Highway 334
9
Continue on NY 334
1.5 mi
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2 min
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State Highway 334
10
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 334
2.1 mi
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2 min
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State Highway 334
11
Continue on NY 334
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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Cayadutta Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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West Main Street
13
Turn right onto Broadway
0.1 mi
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21 sec
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Broadway
14
Turn left onto Park Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
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Park Street
15
At end of road, turn right onto NY 30A
521 ft
·
14 sec
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South Bridge Street
16
Continue on NY 30A
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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Main Street
17
Turn left onto Riverside Drive
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
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Riverside Drive
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 90
19
Continue on this road
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
this road
20
Merge onto I 90
33 mi
·
38 min
·
New York State Thruway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
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NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
23
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 287; NJ 17
24
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
14 mi
·
18 min
·
NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
27
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
NJ 4
Use the right lane.
28
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
30
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
32
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
34
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
36
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
37
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Continue on NY 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
40
At end of road, turn left onto NY 24
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
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Jamaica Avenue
Use the left lane.
41
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Hempstead Avenue
42
Turn right onto 225th Street
228 ft
·
9 sec
·
225th Street
Use the right lane.
43
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
44
Merge onto CI
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 25A
Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
46
Merge onto SO
25 mi
·
31 min
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Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 41S
Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore
Use the slight right lane.
49
Turn straight onto CR 57
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Shore Road
50
Continue on CR 57
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Howells Road
51
Turn straight onto CR 57
341 ft
·
6 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
52
Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Howells Road
Toward Howells Road South
Use the right lane.
53
Continue on CR 57
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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Roosevelt Street
54
Continue on CR 57
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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3rd Avenue
55
At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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East Main Street
56
Continue on Montauk Highway
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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Montauk Highway
57
Continue on NY 27A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
58
Arrive at destination
NY 27A
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour 27-minute duration, consider an early morning departure from Salisbury, NY, to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. While it's a one-day trip, planning for one stop is recommended; a good point might be around the halfway mark or after the 151.4-mile stretch on the New York State Thruway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition from highway to local roads, as gas station availability can vary. This route's 'turn-heavy' nature means staying attentive to navigation is key; double-checking your GPS before each significant turn will prevent backtracking and ensure a smoother drive to Islip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 128.8 miles from Salisbury, NY, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.4 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 57 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.8 miles or 2h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 22m
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 Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, NY
This is one driving day of about 257.5 miles and 5h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Salisbury, 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.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 151.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 128.8 mi from Salisbury, NY · 2h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
129 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 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 128.8 miles from Salisbury, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 151.4 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.39 one way
$84.77 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
90 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $45.83 | $91.67 |
| premium | $4.92 | $49.91 | $99.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.85 | $113.71 |
Estimated Tolls: $30.12
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(151.4 mi)
$7.57
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
$42
Tolls
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.3 | 0 | $27.04 | $12.36 |
| Efficient EV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.53 | $10.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103 | 1 | $36.05 | $16.48 |
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Night in Islip on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
129 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 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
5h 27m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Salisbury, NY to Islip, NY covers 257.5 miles and takes about 5h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Southern State Parkway, State Highway 29. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 128.8 miles from Salisbury, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 257.5 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 66.2 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184.3 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.7 miles (NJ 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Salisbury, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Boston, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York, Cross Island Parkway South and Southern State Parkway East - among others.
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