Southold, NY Road Trips
Southold, NY serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 7 outbound routes across the area. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 13-mile quick runs to 465-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Southold, NY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
464.7 mi
Amherst, NY
Quickest Drive
53m
North Haven, NY
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Trips from Southold, NY
Southold, NY to Amherst, NY
Southold, NY to Syracuse, NY
Southold, NY to Utica, NY
Southold, NY to East Flatbush, NY
Southold, NY to Queens, NY
Southold, NY to Fair Harbor, NY
Southold, NY to North Haven, NY
Driving from Southold, NY
Expect an average of 199 miles and about 4h 15m behind the wheel when leaving Southold, NY. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 465 miles (9h 55m), while the shortest is just 13 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Southold, NY include Amherst, NY (464.7 mi, 9h 55m), Syracuse, NY (341.4 mi, 7h 11m), Utica, NY (331.5 mi, 5h 37m), East Flatbush, NY (91.2 mi, 2h 12m), and Queens, NY (86.4 mi, 2h 8m). 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 199-mile trip from Southold, NY, budget about $31 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes leaving Southold, NY and 0 routes heading into Southold, NY, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 13 to 465 miles.
The longest mapped route from Southold, NY covers 465 miles and takes approximately 9h 55m. Shorter options start at just 13 miles.
The average route from Southold, NY runs about 199 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 15m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 199-mile trip from Southold, NY costs roughly $31 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Southold, NY include Amherst, NY, Syracuse, NY, Utica, NY and East Flatbush, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Southold, NY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
6,600
Median Income
$114,743
Median Home Value
$762,900
Median Age
51.9
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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