Origin
Smithtown, NY
Late night in Smithtown on Wednesday
Local time
5:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Smithtown, NY to Hanover, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 53m
Distance
269.1 mi
433 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 41m
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6 AM
5h 54m
8 AM
6h 20m
10 AM
6h 3m
12 PM
6h 0m
3 PM
6h 4m
5 PM
6h 19m
8 PM
5h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smithtown, NY
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Hanover, NY
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Trip Overview
This 269.1-mile drive from Smithtown, NY, to Hanover, NY, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 53 minutes. With 95% of the journey on highways, it's a decidedly highway-focused trip. You'll primarily be on the Long Island Expressway, NY 17, and State Highway 8. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $44. Given the relatively short duration and highway nature, it's a manageable day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. This route keeps you within the Northeast region, specifically within New York State for its entirety.
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
134.5 miles from Smithtown, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this trip, with 95% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 119.5 miles along NY 17, offering a chance to settle into a consistent pace. While primarily highway, the inclusion of State Highway 8 suggests a potential for slightly varied scenery or road conditions as you transition. Overall, this drive is designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 56 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NY 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 119.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and State Highway 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 31 significant decision points across 269.1 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 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 31 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 West: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 495 West: New York
8
33.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31N-S
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge,...
10
33.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 31N
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...
8
36.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
9
49.3 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Smithtown, NY and Hanover, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Upper Level and Njtp South: Hackensack - among others.
Kennedy Airport
33.3 mi in
|
~46m
Cross Island Parkway North
33.5 mi in
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~46m
Bronx
36.9 mi in
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~51m
New England
36.9 mi in
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~51m
Upper Level
46.6 mi in
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~1h 5m
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via I 95; US 1
Njtp South: Hackensack
49.1 mi in
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~1h 9m
Gsp South
56.2 mi in
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~1h 19m
Gsp North
56.2 mi in
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~1h 19m
Newark
56.2 mi in
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~1h 19m
Mahwah
56.2 mi in
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~1h 19m
New York State Thruway North: Albany
71.4 mi in
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~1h 39m
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via NY 17
Walton
192.8 mi in
|
~4h 11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 119.5 mi | 2h 27m |
| State Highway 8 | 61.4 mi | 1h 16m |
| Long Island Expressway | 24.8 mi | 33m |
| NJ 17 | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| Cherry Valley Turnpike | 7.2 mi | 9m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Jericho Turnpike | 4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 119.5 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smithtown, NY and Hanover, NY.
1
Start on NY 25; NY 25A
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
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West Main Street
2
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25; NY 25A
179 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on NY 25
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Jericho Turnpike
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward SM South: Bay Shore
5
Merge onto SM
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sunken Meadow State Parkway
6
Continue on SA
0.8 mi
·
49 sec
·
Sagtikos State Parkway
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Exit S1W
Toward I 495 West: New York
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 495 West: New York
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto LIE North Service Road
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
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LIE North Service Road
10
Turn straight onto North Service Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Service Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 495 West: New York
12
Merge onto I 495
25 mi
·
33 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 31N-S
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 31N
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto CI
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 295
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
18
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
21
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
22
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; NJTP
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
27
Merge onto NJ 4
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
Use the straight lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on NJ 17
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Continue on NJ 17
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
·
NJ 17
33
Continue on NJ 17
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 17
34
Continue on I 287; NY 17
0.2 mi
·
10 sec
·
I 287; NY 17
35
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
14 mi
·
16 min
·
NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
36
Take the exit
1.5 mi
·
3 min
Exit 16
Toward US 6, NY 17: Harriman
Use the slight right lane.
37
Continue on this road
152 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Toward NY 17 West: Binghamton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Continue on NY 17
105 mi
·
2 hr 11 min
·
NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 84
Toward NY 8, NY 10: Deposit, Walton
41
Turn right onto NY 8; NY 10
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
State Highway 10
42
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
Oak Street
43
Turn straight onto NY 8; NY 10
19 mi
·
21 min
·
State Highway 8
44
Continue on NY 8
0.4 mi
·
29 sec
·
Airport Road
45
Continue on NY 8
25 mi
·
30 min
·
State Highway 8
46
Continue on NY 8
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
47
Continue on NY 8
18 mi
·
24 min
·
State Highway 8
48
Continue on NY 8
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
49
Turn left onto US 20
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
State Street
50
Continue on US 20
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Cherry Valley Turnpike
51
Turn right onto NY 12
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 12
52
Turn left onto NY 315
501 ft
·
10 sec
·
Buell Avenue
53
Turn slight right onto Berrill Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Berrill Avenue
54
Continue on Hanover Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Hanover Road
55
Turn right onto Peck Road
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Peck Road
56
Arrive at destination
Peck Road
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 53-minute journey, departing early in the morning will allow you to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially on the Long Island Expressway. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of nearly 120 miles, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need for a stretch. The $44 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the 119.5-mile segment on NY 17. Since this is a feasible day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience.
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 134.5 miles from Smithtown, NY, or about 2h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.5 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 80 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.5 miles or 2h 58m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hanover, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Smithtown, 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 Smithtown, NY
This is one driving day of about 269.1 miles and 5h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Smithtown, 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 NY 17 for about 119.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.5 mi from Smithtown, NY · 2h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 134.5 miles from Smithtown, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119.5 miles.
Arriving in Hanover, NY
The final approach into Hanover, 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 Hanover, 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
$44.30 one way
$88.59 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $47.90 | $95.80 |
| premium | $4.92 | $52.16 | $104.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.41 | $118.83 |
Estimated Tolls: $23.33
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
Cherry Valley Turnpike
(7.2 mi)
$0.50
Jericho Turnpike
(4 mi)
$0.28
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
$44
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.7 | 0 | $28.26 | $12.92 |
| Efficient EV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.55 | $10.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.6 | 1 | $37.67 | $17.22 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 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
Hanover, NY
Late night in Hanover on Wednesday
Local time
5:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
135 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 53m 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 Smithtown, NY to Hanover, NY covers 269.1 miles and takes about 5h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NY 17, State Highway 8, Long Island Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.5 miles from Smithtown, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.30 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 31 significant decision points across 269.1 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 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Smithtown, NY and Hanover, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Upper Level and Njtp South: Hackensack - among others.
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