Road Trips from Hempstead, NY
Looking for a quick escape from Hempstead? You've got options ranging from short, easy drives to longer hauls. Many of these routes offer a mix of highway and surface roads, with several destinations featuring nearby parks like Hamilton Grange National Memorial or General Grant National Memorial. Whether you want a less-than-an-hour trip or a half-day adventure, there's a drive to fit your weekend.
Total Routes
156
Shortest
4.3h
With Parks Nearby
156
Weekend trip
147 total in this range
Warsaw, NY
7h 16m353.8 mi one way
Marilla, NY
7h 56m380.8 mi one way
The longest option at 7.9 hours and 380.8 miles, this drive scores a 9 and is mostly highway. While a significant trek, it offers access to parks like General Grant National Memorial.
Weedsport, NY
6h 4m280.6 mi one way
Vestal, NY
4h 21m209.6 mi one way
This 4.4-hour drive covers 209.6 miles with a high drive score of 9. It uses a mix of highway and surface roads and features gently rolling terrain, offering a substantial journey.
Malone, NY
7h 32m353.3 mi one way
Long-haul ideas
9 total in this range
Williamsville, NY
8h 15m394.2 mi one way
Orchard Park, NY
8h 8m386.2 mi one way
Norfolk, NY
8h 4m368.3 mi one way
Gasport, NY
8h 22m392.3 mi one way
Sheridan, NY
8h 51m414.7 mi one way
Browse by Mood
Williamsville, NY
8h 15m394.2 mi one way
Warsaw, NY
7h 16m353.8 mi one way
Marilla, NY
7h 56m380.8 mi one way
Weedsport, NY
6h 4m280.6 mi one way
Warsaw, NY
7h 16m353.8 mi one way
Weedsport, NY
6h 4m280.6 mi one way
Malone, NY
7h 32m353.3 mi one way
Hornell, NY
6h 30m321.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With gently rolling terrain and nearby parks listed for many routes, spring offers pleasant drives to destinations like Warwick or Tarrytown.
Summer
The mix of highway and surface roads makes summer excursions to Peach Lake or Monticello accessible, with parks available.
Fall
Terrain like gently rolling hills on routes to Warwick or Vestal would be appealing in the fall colors.
Winter
The mostly highway options to Knox or Monticello provide efficient travel, even with limited park access in winter.
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