Origin
South Valley Stream, NY
Evening in South Valley Stream on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Valley Stream, NY to Brookhaven, NY
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
45.8 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Valley Stream, NY
Peter Olexa
Trip Overview
The drive from South Valley Stream, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 45.8 miles and takes about 1h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Sunrise Highway, Montauk Highway, South Country Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.7 miles on West Sunrise Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.46 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.9 miles from South Valley Stream, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 4m drive with frequent turns across 45.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Sunrise Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Flower Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 4m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Flower Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (Old Central Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (Mill Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Flower Road
At end of road, turn right onto Flower Road
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Old Central Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Old Central Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Mill Road
Turn left onto Mill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.8 mi into trip
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~3m in
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NY 27 / West Sunrise Highway
Turn right onto NY 27 / West Sunrise Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
44.5 mi into trip
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~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven
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 57 S
Toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Sunrise Highway | 43.7 mi | 58m |
| Montauk Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Country Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Flower Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Yaphank Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Forest Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Mill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Sunrise Hwy South Service Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Sunrise Highway
— 43.7 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Valley Stream, NY and Brookhaven, NY.
1
Start on Forest Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Forest Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Flower Road
0.3 mi
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1 min
·
Flower Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Old Central Avenue
240 ft
·
17 sec
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Old Central Avenue
4
Turn left onto Mill Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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Mill Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn right onto NY 27
44 mi
·
58 min
·
West Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
492 ft
·
19 sec
Exit 57 S
Toward CR 21 South: Yaphank Avenue, Brookhaven
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn left onto Sunrise Hwy South Service Road
426 ft
·
15 sec
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Sunrise Hwy South Service Road
8
Turn right onto CR 21
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Yaphank Avenue
9
Turn right onto CR 80
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
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Montauk Highway
10
Turn left onto CR 36
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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South Country Road
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
CR 36
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 22.9 miles from South Valley Stream, NY, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.7 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 45.8 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.9 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brookhaven, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Valley Stream, 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 South Valley Stream, NY
This is one driving day of about 45.8 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Valley Stream, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West Sunrise Highway for about 43.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.9 mi from South Valley Stream, NY · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 45.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from South Valley Stream, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brookhaven, NY
The final approach into Brookhaven, 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 Brookhaven, 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
$7.46 one way
$14.91 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
| premium | $4.88 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.18 | $20.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Brookhaven, NY
Evening in Brookhaven on Sunday
Local time
7:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
3 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 4m 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 South Valley Stream, NY to Brookhaven, NY covers 45.8 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Sunrise Highway, Montauk Highway, South Country Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.9 miles from South Valley Stream, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.46 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 4m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Flower Road): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (Old Central Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (Mill Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from South Valley Stream, NY to Brookhaven, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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