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Port Jefferson Station, NY Road Trips

Drivers starting from Port Jefferson Station, NY have 2 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 55 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Port Jefferson Station, NY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York, United States

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Trip Routes

12

Longest Drive

57.6 mi

New York City, NY

Quickest Drive

23m

Brookhaven, NY

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Trips from Port Jefferson Station, NY

Driving from Port Jefferson Station, NY

Expect an average of 55 miles and about 1h 23m behind the wheel when leaving Port Jefferson Station, NY. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 58 miles (1h 28m), while the shortest is just 53 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Port Jefferson Station, NY most often head toward New York City, NY (57.6 mi, 1h 28m) and The Bronx, NY (52.8 mi, 1h 19m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NY currently averages around $4.01 per gallon. For the typical 55-mile trip from Port Jefferson Station, NY, budget about $9 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 2 mapped routes leaving Port Jefferson Station, NY and 10 routes heading into Port Jefferson Station, NY, covering 12 total connections. Distances range from 53 to 58 miles.

The longest mapped route from Port Jefferson Station, NY covers 58 miles and takes approximately 1h 28m. Shorter options start at just 53 miles.

The average route from Port Jefferson Station, NY runs about 55 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 23m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 55-mile trip from Port Jefferson Station, NY costs roughly $9 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Port Jefferson Station, NY include New York City, NY and The Bronx, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Port Jefferson Station, NY by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

7,605

Median Income

$117,087

Median Home Value

$472,400

Median Age

39.3

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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