Traveling from Bridgehampton to New York City covers approximately 96.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to transition from the East End of Long Island into the heart of the city without needing an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $16 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this journey involves a mix of roads, primarily utilizing the Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, and County Road 39A. Whether you are heading into the city for work or a weekend getaway, this drive offers a straightforward connection between the two points within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.2 miles from Bridgehampton, 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
Long Island Expressway
50.6 mi
1h 8m
Sunrise Highway
24.2 mi
31m
County Road 39A
5.5 mi
11m
Montauk Highway
4.7 mi
9m
Horseblock Road
3.9 mi
5m
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
2 mi
3m
Williamsburg Bridge
1.9 mi
4m
Delancey Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 50.6 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgehampton, NY and New York City, NY.
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Start on CR 79
67 ft·1 sec·Bridgehampton–Sag Harbor Turnpike
2
Turn right onto NY 27
4.7 mi·9 min·Montauk Highway
Use the right lane.
3
Take the exit onto NY 27
372 ft·7 sec·NY 27
Toward NY 27 West: New York
4
Merge onto NY 27; CR 39A
5.5 mi·11 min·County Road 39A
5
Continue on NY 27
24 mi·31 min·Sunrise Highway
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·23 sec
Exit 57NToward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock RoadUse the right lane.
7
Turn left onto CR 56
0.2 mi·21 sec·Victory Avenue
8
Turn right onto CR 16
3.9 mi·5 min·Horseblock Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto Express Drive North
0.2 mi·14 sec·Express Drive North
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 495 WEST: New York
11
Merge onto I 495
51 mi·1 hr 8 min·Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 17WToward I 278 West: BrooklynUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·10 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·31 sec
Toward I 278 West: BrooklynUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 278
2.0 mi·3 min·Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
0.7 mi·1 min·Williamsburg Bridge
Exit 32AToward Williamsburg Bridge, ManhattanUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
1.2 mi·2 min·Williamsburg Bridge
Use the slight left lane.
18
Continue on Delancey Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Delancey Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on Kenmare Street
0.2 mi·57 sec·Kenmare Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
0.2 mi·43 sec·Lafayette Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Howard Street
510 ft·24 sec·Howard Street
22
Turn left onto Broadway
0.5 mi·1 min·Broadway
Use the straight lane.
23
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 96.4-mile trip, aim to time your departure to avoid peak congestion, as traffic volume can drastically impact your 2-hour and 23-minute travel time. Since the route is efficient enough that you do not necessarily require planned stops, use that flexibility to your advantage by fueling up before you leave Bridgehampton. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $16 estimate is based on standard consumption and city traffic can often increase usage. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the freedom to drive it straight through, but checking real-time traffic conditions on the Long Island Expressway before you head out is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in New York City.
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 48.2 miles from Bridgehampton, NY, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.6 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 21 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.2 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bridgehampton, 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 Bridgehampton, NY
This is one driving day of about 96.4 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Bridgehampton, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Long Island Expressway for about 50.6 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 34.4 and 95.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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34.4 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the exit toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 57N
Toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
7
89.6 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17W
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
7
90.7 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
9
93.1 mi into trip|~2h 13m in|Williamsburg Bridge
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 32A
Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
7
95.7 mi into trip|~2h 19m in|Lafayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.87 one way
$31.74 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$17.16
$34.32
premium
$4.92
$18.68
$37.37
diesel
$5.61
$21.28
$42.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
28.9
0
$10.12
$4.63
Efficient EV
24.1
0
$8.44
$3.86
EV Truck/SUV
38.6
0
$13.50
$6.17
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Bridgehampton, NY
Night
in Bridgehampton on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New York City, NY
Night
in New York City on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy then Isolated Rain Showers
W 6 to 14 mph17% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
4 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
2h 23m 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.
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...
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...
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...
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by Pre...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience that shifts as you move toward the city. Roughly 55% of your travel time will be spent on highways, providing a blend of high-speed segments and slower local transitions. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Long Island Expressway, covering 50.6 miles of the total distance. The personality of the road changes significantly as you leave the quieter local roads like County Road 39A and merge into the heavier traffic patterns of the expressway. Staying focused is key, as the transition from more open stretches to the dense infrastructure of the city happens relatively quickly.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.6 mi on Long Island Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 18 significant decision points across 96.4 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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bridgehampton, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Cr 16 West: Yaphank along the way.
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation.
From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
•Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
•National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
•Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 96.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.6 miles on Long Island Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 New York City, 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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 90.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (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 New York City, NY before heading back.
