Origin
Arcade, NY
Late night in Arcade on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arcade, NY to Oyster Bay, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 44m
Distance
371.6 mi
598 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$61
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 35m
★
6 AM
7h 45m
8 AM
8h 4m
10 AM
7h 51m
12 PM
7h 49m
3 PM
7h 52m
5 PM
8h 3m
8 PM
7h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arcade, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Oyster Bay, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 371.6-mile journey from Arcade, NY, to Oyster Bay, NY, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 7 hours and 44 minutes. You'll spend about 64% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, and I-81. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $61. Given the duration, it's a manageable day trip for most, though you'll want to plan for two stops along the way. This route keeps you within the Northeast region for its entirety, offering a straightforward path across New York.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
185.8 miles from Arcade, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 104.5 mi | 2h 2m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Genesee Expressway | 22.2 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 39 | 18.1 mi | 25m |
| Northern Boulevard | 14.5 mi | 24m |
| Nunda-Dansville Road | 12.4 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arcade, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on NY 98
51 ft
·
7 sec
·
Liberty Street
2
Turn right onto NY 39; NY 98
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
3
Continue on NY 39
18 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 39
4
Turn right onto NY 436
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Denton Corners Road
5
Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
NY 19A; NY 436
6
Turn left onto NY 436
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Hamilton Street
7
Turn left onto NY 436
360 ft
·
8 sec
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Main Street
8
Continue on NY 436
5.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Portage Street
9
Continue on NY 436
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Street
10
Continue on NY 436
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Nunda-Dansville Road
11
Continue on NY 436
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ossian Street
12
Turn right onto Spruce Street
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
Spruce Street
13
Turn slight right onto NY 36
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Clara Barton Street
14
Continue on NY 36
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Hornell Road
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
16
Merge onto I 390
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Genesee Expressway
17
Merge onto I 86
105 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
22
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
23
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
27
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
·
Degraw Avenue
29
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
30
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
31
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
32
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
34
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
36
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
38
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
40
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
41
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 5
Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Continue on Clearview Expressway
457 ft
·
17 sec
·
Clearview Expressway
45
Turn left onto NY 25A
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
46
Turn left onto NY 106
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Jericho Oyster Bay Road
47
Turn straight onto NY 106
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Oyster Bay Road
48
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106
260 ft
·
4 sec
·
Oyster Bay Road
49
Continue on NY 106
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
50
Continue on NY 106
105 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Street
51
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
112 ft
·
9 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
52
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
53
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour, 44-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach your destination. With two planned stops, aim to break up the drive roughly in half to maintain energy levels. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch without a major transition is over 100 miles. The $61 fuel estimate is a good baseline, but always check current prices. Planning your two stops in advance can help ensure you find suitable rest areas or quick service options along the main arteries.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 185.8 miles from Arcade, NY, or about 3h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 82 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 185.8 miles or 3h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 19m
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 Arcade, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arcade, NY
This is one driving day of about 371.6 miles and 7h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Arcade, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 185.8 miles from Arcade, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 315 decision points cluster between mile 170.8 and 348.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
170.8 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
|
I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
224.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 36m in
|
US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
338.7 mi into trip
|
~6h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
339 mi into trip
|
~6h 52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
8
348.4 mi into trip
|
~7h 6m in
|
I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$61.17 one way
$122.34 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $66.14 | $132.28 |
| premium | $4.92 | $72.02 | $144.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $82.04 | $164.09 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
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
$61
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$109–$134
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.5 | 1 | $39.02 | $17.84 |
| Efficient EV | 92.9 | 1 | $32.52 | $14.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 148.6 | 1 | $52.02 | $23.78 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Oyster Bay, NY
Late night in Oyster Bay on Tuesday
Local time
5:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Ramapo, NY
186 mi in
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
1 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
7h 44m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive is largely highway-focused, with 64% of the route consisting of interstate travel. Expect sustained periods of higher speeds as you navigate stretches like the Southern Tier Expressway, which features a notable uninterrupted segment of 104.5 miles. While primarily an interstate experience, the journey may offer some variation as you transition between the Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, and I-81. This profile suggests a consistent pace for much of the drive, minimizing complex maneuvers and maximizing forward progress.
64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
53 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 170.8 miles in near I 81.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 31 significant decision points across 371.6 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 170.8 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 224.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 338.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Arcade, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.
Mt Pocono
224.2 mi in
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~4h 36m
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via US 6
Milford
224.9 mi in
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~4h 37m
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via I 84; I 380
New York City
338.7 mi in
|
~6h 52m
Leonia
339 mi in
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~6h 52m
Teaneck
339 mi in
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~6h 52m
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
341.3 mi in
|
~6h 56m
About the Cities
Starting in Arcade, NY
Full guide →Founded 1807
Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY
Full guide →Founded 1667
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 44m. Total distance: 371.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 44m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $22.55 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 170.8 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 224.2 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 338.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Oyster Bay, NY before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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