Origin
Shelter Island, NY
Morning in Shelter Island on Wednesday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shelter Island, NY to Queens, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
93.8 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
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6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shelter Island, NY
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Queens, NY
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Trip Overview
This 93.8-mile journey from Shelter Island, NY to Queens, NY takes approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll navigate primarily via Sunrise Highway, Middle Road, and Sound Avenue. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, this route offers an economical way to travel within New York. The drive is characterized by its turn-heavy local nature, so plan for a dynamic experience rather than a straight shot. Given the relatively short duration and distance, it’s perfectly suited for a single day of travel without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from Shelter Island, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 93.8-mile trip, with only about 5% of the route on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 54.6 miles along Sunrise Highway. This means you'll be engaging with local roads frequently, requiring a good deal of attention to navigation as you transition between Sunrise Highway, Middle Road, and Sound Avenue. The character of the drive will likely shift as you move through different local areas, offering a varied experience behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 39 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 54.6 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 0.2 miles in near North Ferry Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 93.8 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 0.2 miles (North Ferry Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.9 miles (NY 25 / East Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 27 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Ferry Road
Enter roundabout onto North Ferry Road toward Route 114 NORTH, Shelter Island Heights, North Ferry, Greenport
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Route 114 NORTH, Shelter Island Heights,...
6
25.9 mi into trip
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~59m in
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NY 25 / East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto NY 25 / East Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
8
26.2 mi into trip
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~59m in
Take the exit toward CR 51 south: Suffolk County Offices, Criminal/Surrogate/Family Courts, Suffolk County Community College - Riverhead Campus, East Moriches
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward CR 51 south: Suffolk County Offices, Cri...
7
89.9 mi into trip
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~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward Rockaway Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21A
Toward Rockaway Boulevard
6
90.9 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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Rockaway Boulevard
Keep slight left at fork onto Rockaway Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Shelter Island, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Cr 51 South: Suffolk County Offices, Criminal/Surrogate/Family Courts, Suffolk County Community College - Riverhead Campus, Moriches and Belt Parkway West.
Cr 51 South: Suffolk County Offices
26.2 mi in
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~59m
Criminal/Surrogate/Family Courts
26.2 mi in
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~59m
Suffolk County Community College - Riverhead Campus
26.2 mi in
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~59m
Moriches
26.2 mi in
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~59m
Belt Parkway West
88.5 mi in
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~2h 24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 54.6 mi | 1h 13m |
| Middle Road | 11.8 mi | 17m |
| Sound Avenue | 5.3 mi | 8m |
| East Moriches-Riverhead Road | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| Northville Turnpike | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Rockaway Boulevard | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| Center Drive South | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| North Ferry Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 54.6 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shelter Island, NY and Queens, NY.
1
Start on North Ferry Road
284 ft
·
17 sec
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North Ferry Road
Toward Route 114 SOUTH, South Ferry, Sag Harbor
2
Turn left
315 ft
·
25 sec
3
Turn right onto NY 114
289 ft
·
13 sec
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North Ferry Road
4
Enter roundabout onto North Ferry Road
10 ft
·
0 sec
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North Ferry Road
Toward Route 114 NORTH, Shelter Island Heights, North Ferry, Greenport
5
Continue on North Ferry Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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North Ferry Road
Toward Route 114 NORTH, Shelter Island Heights, North Ferry, Greenport
6
Continue on NY 114
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
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North Ferry Road
7
Continue on NY 114
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Ferry Road
8
Turn right onto NY 114
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Cedar Avenue
Toward North Ferry
9
Turn right onto NY 114
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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Clinton Avenue
Toward North Ferry
10
Continue on NY 114
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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Summerfield Place
11
Continue on NY 114
131 ft
·
4 sec
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Summerfield Place
12
Continue on NY 114
1.0 mi
·
14 min
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North Ferry
13
Continue on NY 114
172 ft
·
5 sec
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Third Street
14
Continue on NY 114
507 ft
·
21 sec
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Third Street
15
Turn left onto NY 25
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Front Street
16
Continue on NY 25
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Main Road
17
Turn right onto Chapel Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Chapel Lane
18
Turn left onto CR 48; Truck NY 25
12 mi
·
17 min
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Middle Road
19
Continue on CR 48; Truck NY 25
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Sound Avenue
20
Turn left onto CR 43
3.4 mi
·
6 min
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Northville Turnpike
21
At end of road, turn left onto CR 73
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
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Roanoke Avenue
22
At end of road, turn right onto NY 25
114 ft
·
8 sec
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East Main Street
23
Turn left onto CR 63
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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Peconic Avenue
24
Turn right onto CR 94
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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Nugent Drive
Use the right lane.
25
Take the exit
290 ft
·
6 sec
Toward CR 51 south: Suffolk County Offices, Criminal/Surrogate/Family Courts, Suffolk County Community College - Riverhead Campus, East Moriches
Use the left lane.
26
Merge onto CR 51
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Center Drive South
27
Continue on CR 51
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Moriches-Riverhead Road
28
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward NY 27 West: New York
Use the right lane.
29
Merge onto NY 27
55 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
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Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
31
Merge onto BP
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 21A
Toward Rockaway Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Turn straight onto NY 27
0.3 mi
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45 sec
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North Conduit Avenue
34
Turn right onto Rockaway Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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Rockaway Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Keep slight left at fork onto Rockaway Boulevard
2.7 mi
·
6 min
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Rockaway Boulevard
Use the left lane.
36
Turn right onto 103rd Street
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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103rd Street
37
Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
257 ft
·
11 sec
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Liberty Avenue
38
Turn right onto 104th Street
205 ft
·
9 sec
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104th Street
39
Arrive at destination
104th Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 36-minute drive, consider leaving early to avoid local traffic congestion, especially on a weekday. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $15, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests frequent turns are part of the experience. The longest stretch is over 50 miles on Sunrise Highway, so ensure you're comfortable with that segment before setting out. This is a straightforward day trip, so no need to split it unless you plan extensive stops along the way.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 46.9 miles from Shelter Island, NY, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 80 miles or 2h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queens, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shelter Island, 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 Shelter Island, NY
This is one driving day of about 93.8 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Shelter Island, 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 Sunrise Highway for about 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.9 mi from Shelter Island, NY · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from Shelter Island, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Queens, NY
The final approach into Queens, 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 Queens, 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
$15.44 one way
$30.88 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $16.70 | $33.39 |
| premium | $4.92 | $18.18 | $36.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.71 | $41.42 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.24
Northville Turnpike
(3.4 mi)
$0.24
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
$15
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.85 | $4.50 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.21 | $3.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.13 | $6.00 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Queens, NY
Morning in Queens on Wednesday
Local time
7:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Brookhaven, NY
47 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
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
2h 36m 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 Shelter Island, NY to Queens, NY covers 93.8 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Middle Road, Sound Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.9 miles from Shelter Island, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.44 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 93.8 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 0.2 miles (North Ferry Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.9 miles (NY 25 / East Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 26.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Shelter Island, NY and Queens, NY, road signs point toward Cr 51 South: Suffolk County Offices, Criminal/Surrogate/Family Courts, Suffolk County Community College - Riverhead Campus, Moriches and Belt Parkway West.
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