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Trip from Sheepshead Bay, NY to Hampton Bays, NY

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h 56m

Distance

82.6 mi

133 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 48m ★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 1m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Sheepshead Bay, NY

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Downtown Hampton Bays, NY, NY

Hampton Bays, NY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Sheepshead Bay, NY to Hampton Bays, NY covers 82.6 miles and takes about 1h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Sunrise Highway, Belt Parkway, South Conduit Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 65.5 miles on Sunrise Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.60 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.

Midpoint

41.3 miles from Sheepshead Bay, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 56m. Total distance: 82.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (16%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 1h 56m drive with frequent turns across 82.6 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 65.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near Knapp Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (Knapp Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

5
1.1 mi into trip | ~3m in | Knapp Street

Turn right onto Knapp Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
7
1.2 mi into trip | ~3m in

Turn left toward Belt Parkway East, Kennedy Airport

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward Belt Parkway East, Kennedy Airport
5
1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | BP / Belt Parkway

Merge onto BP / Belt Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14.1 mi into trip | ~23m 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...
6
80.8 mi into trip | ~1h 52m in

Take the exit toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 65 S Toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Sunrise Highway 65.5 mi 1h 27m
Belt Parkway 12.6 mi 18m
South Conduit Avenue 1 mi 1m
Ponquogue Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
West Montauk Highway 0.7 mi 1m
Nostrand Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
Shore Parkway 0.4 mi 1m
Avenue Y 0.2 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Sunrise Highway — 65.5 mi, about 1h 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sheepshead Bay, NY and Hampton Bays, NY.

1

Start on Avenue Y

0.2 mi · 1 min · Avenue Y
2

Turn right onto Nostrand Avenue

0.4 mi · 59 sec · Nostrand Avenue
3

Turn left onto Shore Parkway

0.4 mi · 1 min · Shore Parkway
4

Turn right onto Knapp Street

451 ft · 22 sec · Knapp Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Turn left

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward Belt Parkway East, Kennedy Airport Use the left lane.
6

Merge onto BP

13 mi · 18 min · Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 22 sec
Exit 23B Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on NY 27

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9

Continue on NY 27

65 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Sunrise Highway
Use the slight right lane.
10

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 40 sec
Exit 65 S Toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays
11

Turn straight onto NY 24

473 ft · 15 sec · Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road
Use the left lane.
12

At end of road, turn left onto CR 80

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Montauk Highway
13

Turn right onto Ponquogue Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ponquogue Avenue
14

Arrive at destination

Ponquogue Avenue

Trip Plan

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 41.3 miles from Sheepshead Bay, NY, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.5 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 18 miles or 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 41.3 miles or 1h 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampton Bays, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Sheepshead Bay, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Sheepshead Bay, NY

This is one driving day of about 82.6 miles and 1h 56m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Sheepshead Bay, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Sunrise Highway for about 65.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.3 mi from Sheepshead Bay, NY · 1h into the drive

hamlet and census-designated place in Nassau County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

East Meadow, NY

41 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

Hempstead, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

North Lindenhurst, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.3 miles from Sheepshead Bay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Sunrise Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.5 miles.

Arriving in Hampton Bays, NY

The final approach into Hampton Bays, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Gateway National Recreation Area

Gateway National Recreation Area

National Recreation Area

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Free near mile 2.8
Park Closure: Dead Horse Bay (Brooklyn) Remains Closed to the Public
Park Closure: Jacob Riis Park Access Restrictions
View on nps.gov
Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...

6 mi from route ~14 min detour Free near mile 54.1
View on nps.gov
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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 5.7
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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 5.7
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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 5.7
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...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.60 one way

$27.19 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $14.70 $29.40
premium $4.92 $16.01 $32.02
diesel $5.61 $18.24 $36.47

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.8 0 $8.67 $3.96
Efficient EV 20.7 0 $7.23 $3.30
EV Truck/SUV 33 0 $11.56 $5.29

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Sheepshead Bay, NY

Late night in Sheepshead Bay on Friday

Local time

3:07 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hampton Bays, NY

Late night in Hampton Bays on Friday

Local time

3:07 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°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

2 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 56m 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 Sheepshead Bay, NY to Hampton Bays, NY covers 82.6 miles and takes about 1h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Belt Parkway, South Conduit Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.3 miles from Sheepshead Bay, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.60 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (Knapp Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Sheepshead Bay, NY to Hampton Bays, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Gateway National Recreation Area, Fire Island National Seashore and African Burial Ground National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.

Data sources

The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.

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