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Trip from Briarcliff Manor, NY to Islip, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 37m

Distance

67 mi

108 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 30m ★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Briarcliff Manor, NY, NY

Briarcliff Manor, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

town in Suffolk County, New York, United States

Islip, NY

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Trip Overview

This 67-mile drive from Briarcliff Manor, NY, to Islip, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes to complete. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 77% of the journey on major parkways and expressways like the Southern State Parkway and Sprain Brook Parkway. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this trip offers an economical way to travel within New York State. Given its relatively short duration and straightforward path, it's an ideal day trip, allowing for ample time at your destination without needing an overnight stay. Expect a largely uninterrupted journey on well-maintained parkways.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

33.5 miles from Briarcliff Manor, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern State Parkway 24.7 mi 31m
Sprain Brook Parkway 12.8 mi 17m
Clearview Expressway 5 mi 5m
Taconic State Parkway 2.8 mi 3m
North Columbus Avenue 2.3 mi 3m
Throgs Neck Expressway 2.2 mi 3m
New England Thruway 2.1 mi 3m
Throgs Neck Bridge 2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Southern State Parkway — 24.7 mi, about 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Briarcliff Manor, NY and Islip, NY.

1

Start on Pleasantville Road

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Pleasantville Road
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
3

Merge onto Taconic State Parkway

2.8 mi · 3 min · Taconic State Parkway
4

Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway

13 mi · 17 min · Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on Bronx River Parkway

0.4 mi · 44 sec · Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 11E Toward Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)

0.7 mi · 1 min · Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 34 sec
Exit 8 Toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Turn straight onto Parkway South

380 ft · 15 sec · Parkway South
Toward NY 22
10

Turn right onto NY 22

2.3 mi · 3 min · North Columbus Avenue
11

Continue on NY 22

0.2 mi · 17 sec · South 3rd Avenue
12

Continue on NY 22

0.3 mi · 1 min · Provost Avenue
13

Continue on Conner Street

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Conner Street
14

Turn right onto New England Thruway

0.5 mi · 59 sec · New England Thruway
15

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Toward I 95 South
16

Merge onto I 95

1.5 mi · 2 min · New England Thruway
17

Continue on I 95

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Keep slight left at fork onto I 695

2.2 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 7A Toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Island Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on I 295

5.0 mi · 5 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Continue on NY 24

0.7 mi · 1 min · Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
22

At end of road, turn left onto NY 24

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Jamaica Avenue
Use the left lane.
23

Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · Hempstead Avenue
24

Turn right onto 225th Street

228 ft · 9 sec · 225th Street
Use the right lane.
25

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
26

Merge onto CI

1.3 mi · 1 min · Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 25A Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island Use the slight left / straight lanes.
28

Merge onto SO

25 mi · 31 min · Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Keep slight left at fork onto SO

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 41S Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore Use the slight right lane.
31

Turn straight onto CR 57

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bay Shore Road
32

Continue on CR 57

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Howells Road
33

Turn straight onto CR 57

341 ft · 6 sec · Sunrise Highway
34

Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57

0.6 mi · 1 min · Howells Road
Toward Howells Road South Use the right lane.
35

Continue on CR 57

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Roosevelt Street
36

Continue on CR 57

0.7 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
37

At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Main Street
38

Continue on Montauk Highway

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Montauk Highway
39

Continue on NY 27A

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street
40

Arrive at destination

NY 27A

Trip Plan

For this 1 hour and 37-minute drive, starting your journey outside of peak rush hour will ensure the smoothest experience. Since the total distance is only 67 miles and the fuel cost is a manageable $11, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best. No specific stops are recommended, so you can make the trip in one go or pull over as needed. Keep an eye out for parkway speed limits, as they can vary. A key tip for this route is to be mindful of lane usage on the Southern State Parkway, as it can get busy and has multiple exits.

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 33.5 miles from Briarcliff Manor, NY, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.7 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 15 miles or 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 33.5 miles or 48m 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 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Briarcliff Manor, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Briarcliff Manor, NY

This is one driving day of about 67 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Briarcliff Manor, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Southern State Parkway for about 24.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Hillside, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hillside, NY

34 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

Mount Vernon, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hillside, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Briarcliff Manor, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hollis, New York

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 33.5

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13322041966

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

1.9 mi

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

2.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.4

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

3 mi

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 33.5

Hollis, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13322041966

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $30 to $50 mile 19.2

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 28.7

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Crabtree's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 38.3

Floral Park, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+15163267769

Visit website

Luigi's Restaurant And Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 33.5

Queens, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+17183477136

Visit website

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 33.5

Little Neck, New York

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 28.7

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour Moderately mile 33.5

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 14.4

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 14.4

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+19149204077

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 52.7

Hicksville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 52.7

Plainview, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 47.9

Westbury, New York

+18887584389

Kensico Dam Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 4.8

Valhalla, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+19142314033

Visit website

Geiger Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 57.5

Deer Park, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+16318932100

Visit website

Cranberry Lake Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 4.8

West Harrison, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+19144281005

Visit website

Eisenhower Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 47.9

East Meadow, New York

+15165720348

Visit website

Marjorie R. Post Community Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 52.7

Massapequa Park, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15167977990

Visit website

Long Island Children's Museum

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 43.1

Garden City, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15162245800

Visit website

Venetian Shores Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 57.5

Lindenhurst, New York

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+16317861136

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 23.9

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 16.8 and 62.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
16.8 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon

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 11E Toward Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon
8
17.9 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon

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 8 Toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vern...
9
24.7 mi into trip | ~37m 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...
8
37.2 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 25A Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Lon...
9
62.4 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 41S Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.03 one way

$22.06 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $11.93 $23.85
premium $4.92 $12.99 $25.97
diesel $5.61 $14.79 $29.59

Estimated Tolls: $6.70

Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55
New England Thruway (1.5 mi) $0.11
New England Thruway (0.5 mi) $0.04

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

$11

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.1 0 $7.03 $3.22
Efficient EV 16.8 0 $5.86 $2.68
EV Truck/SUV 26.8 0 $9.38 $4.29

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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

Briarcliff Manor, NY

Morning in Briarcliff Manor on Sunday

Local time

9:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Islip, NY

Morning in Islip on Sunday

Local time

9:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 7 to 10 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:57PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

42°F

Hillside, NY

34 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

33 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 37m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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

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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 25.4
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

8 mi from route ~19 min detour Free near mile 25.4
View on nps.gov
Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 67
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

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...

12 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 30
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

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...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 25.4
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

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...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour Free near mile 30
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Prepare for a drive that leans heavily into parkway and expressway travel, with 77% of the 67 miles on these types of roads. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Southern State Parkway, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 24.7 miles. The profile is predominantly highway-focused, suggesting a consistent pace for much of the journey. While not explicitly scenic, these parkways often offer a more pleasant driving experience than standard interstates, with maintained landscaping. The route progresses efficiently, moving you from the northern suburbs towards Long Island.

77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.7 mi on Southern State Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Sprain Brook Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67 miles you will encounter 23 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 16.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): 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.

Between Briarcliff Manor, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon, Long Island, Cross Island Parkway South, Southern State Parkway East and Eastern Long Island - among others.

Cross County Parkway East

16.8 mi in | ~23m

Mount Vernon

16.8 mi in | ~23m

Long Island

24.7 mi in | ~37m | via I 695

Cross Island Parkway South

35.7 mi in | ~53m

Southern State Parkway East

37.2 mi in | ~55m

Eastern Long Island

37.2 mi in | ~55m

Bay Shore Road South

62.4 mi in | ~1h 28m

Bay Shore

62.4 mi in | ~1h 28m

Howells Road South

63.5 mi in | ~1h 30m | via CR 57

About the Cities

Starting in Briarcliff Manor, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1902

Briarcliff Manor is a charming village in Westchester County, New York situated on the Hudson River, and is home to 7,600 people (2020). It has a very small and walkable downtown with a large density of shops and restaurants, and is very nature-oriented. Residents enjoy the sidewalk dining culture and the abundant hiking and cycling available. Briarcliff Manor is located (50 km) north of New York City, with much of its population commuting into the city during the week. Although close to the city, long gone are skyscrapers and the concrete jungle, in Briarcliff Manor there are more trees then people, and the tallest building is only five stories!

Top landmarks

  • • Beechwood Estate
  • • All Saints Episcopal Church — historic Episcopal church at 96 and 201 Scarborough Rd. in Briarcliff Manor, Wes...
  • • Scarborough Historic District — historic district in Briarcliff Manor, New York

Arriving in Islip, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1683

Islip (pronounced "ICE-lip") is a town on Long Island in the state of New York. Located within Suffolk County, the Town of Islip includes the villages of Brightwaters, Islandia, Ocean Beach and Saltaire. It also includes numerous hamlets including Bay Shore and Sayville which are ferry terminals for Fire Island. Other prominent communities are Bayport, Brentwood, Central Islip, Hauppauge, Islip village (the town seat), and Ronkonkoma.

Top landmarks

  • • Bayport Aerodrome — airport in Suffolk County, New York, United States
  • • Connetquot River State Park Preserve — state park in New York
  • • Modesty — oyster-dredging sloop built in Long Island

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 1h 37m. Total distance: 67 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 24.7 miles on Southern State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.70 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 Islip, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 16.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.7 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Fire Island National Seashore (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 Islip, NY before heading back.

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Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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