Traveling from Amenia to Oyster Bay covers 104.6 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes to complete. This journey stays entirely within the Northeast region of New York, making it a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $17 on fuel for the trek. The route relies on a combination of local roads, specifically South Street and Highway 22, before transitioning to the Hutchinson River Parkway. Because the route is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever suits your plans best.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Amenia, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Highway 22
33.6 mi
50m
I 684
27.4 mi
32m
Northern Boulevard
14.5 mi
24m
Hutchinson River Parkway
13.6 mi
19m
Throgs Neck Expressway
2.2 mi
3m
Clearview Expressway
2.1 mi
2m
Throgs Neck Bridge
2 mi
3m
Bruckner Expressway
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
State Highway 22
— 33.6 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amenia, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
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Start on NY 343
76 ft·5 sec·East Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 22; NY 343
0.7 mi·1 min·South Street
3
Continue on NY 22; NY 343
34 mi·50 min·State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on I 684
27 mi·32 min·I 684
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi·2 min
Exit 1Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York CityUse the straight lane.
6
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi·10 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
5.9 mi·8 min·Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
141 ft·4 sec
Exit 2AToward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·47 sec
Toward I 95 South: George Washington BridgeUse the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 95
0.4 mi·31 sec·New England Thruway
11
Continue on I 95
1.3 mi·2 min·Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695
2.2 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 7AToward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long IslandUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 5Toward NY 25A: Northern BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on Clearview Expressway
457 ft·17 sec·Clearview Expressway
17
Turn left onto NY 25A
15 mi·24 min·Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto NY 106
0.3 mi·29 sec·Jericho Oyster Bay Road
19
Turn straight onto NY 106
0.5 mi·46 sec·Oyster Bay Road
20
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106
260 ft·4 sec·Oyster Bay Road
21
Continue on NY 106
0.9 mi·1 min·Pine Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
22
Continue on NY 106
105 ft·5 sec·South Street
23
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
112 ft·9 sec·Berry Hill Road
24
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft·2 sec·Berry Hill Road
25
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 2-hour and 8-minute journey, you don't need to worry about complex stop planning or overnight accommodations. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours, especially when approaching the Hutchinson River Parkway, to keep your travel time consistent. Because there are no scheduled stops in the data, verify your fuel levels before leaving Amenia to ensure you cover the estimated $17 cost without any mid-trip stress. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your GPS early on, as the mix of local roads like South Street and Highway 22 involves frequent turns that can be easy to miss. Enjoy the freedom of a short, direct route that gets you from the countryside to the coast in just one day.
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 50.8 miles from Amenia, NY, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 22 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oyster Bay, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amenia, 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 Amenia, NY
This is one driving day of about 101.5 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Amenia, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 22 for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 61.7 and 78.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
61.7 mi into trip|~1h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
7
70.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|Hutchinson River Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Whitestone Bridge
8
76.8 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue
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 2A
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, St...
8
76.8 mi into trip|~1h 45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge
9
78.8 mi into trip|~1h 49m in|I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 7A
Toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Is...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.71 one way
$33.42 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$18.07
$36.13
premium
$4.92
$19.67
$39.35
diesel
$5.61
$22.41
$44.82
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.5
0
$10.66
$4.87
Efficient EV
25.4
0
$8.88
$4.06
EV Truck/SUV
40.6
0
$14.21
$6.50
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Amenia, NY
Morning
in Amenia on Sunday
Local time
6:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oyster Bay, NY
Morning
in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
18 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
2h 26m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route features zero percent highway share for the majority of the trip. You will spend your time navigating local roads like South Street and Highway 22, which demand your full attention compared to high-speed turnpikes. While the drive is only 104.6 miles, the technical nature of the turns means you won't find many long, uninterrupted stretches behind the wheel. The transition onto the Hutchinson River Parkway marks the shift in the road's personality as you head toward the coast. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that requires active navigation through these winding local segments.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.6 mi on State Highway 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 22 and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 61.7 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 101.5 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 61.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.9 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
628 ft36 ft
Total Climb
726 ft
Total Descent
1,250 ft
Highest Point
628 ft
~50.8 mi in
Elevation Range
592 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Amenia, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward New York City and Long Island.
Oyster Bay is one of three towns in Nassau County, on Long Island, New York.
The town of Oyster Bay comprises a large portion of eastern Nassau County and includes a slew of villages and other communities. This article covers North Oyster Bay – the area closest to Oyster Bay itself (in other words, everything that is north of the Long Island Expressway). See South Oyster Bay for the southern half of the town (in other words, the area south of the expressway). See the article for Glen Cove for communities in the northwest part of the town that are closest to that city.
Top landmarks
•Christ Church — historic Episcopal parish in Oyster Bay, New York, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 101.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.6 miles on State Highway 22. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Throgs Neck Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Oyster Bay, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 61.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.9 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oyster Bay, NY before heading back.
