Connecting Buchanan to Huntington, this 64.2-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Northeast that typically takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel, making it a very cost-effective commute. The path utilizes a combination of US 9, the Sprain Brook Parkway, and Northern Boulevard to navigate the region. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick getaway, the route offers a practical, no-nonsense path between these two New York locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.1 miles from Buchanan, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Northern Boulevard
18.6 mi
31m
Sprain Brook Parkway
12.8 mi
17m
US 9
12.4 mi
19m
North Columbus Avenue
2.3 mi
3m
Throgs Neck Expressway
2.2 mi
3m
Clearview Expressway
2.1 mi
2m
New England Thruway
2.1 mi
3m
Throgs Neck Bridge
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Northern Boulevard
— 18.6 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buchanan, NY and Huntington, NY.
1
Start on this road
28 ft·3 sec·this road
2
Continue on Tate Avenue
0.1 mi·16 sec·Tate Avenue
3
Turn slight left onto NY 9A
0.5 mi·51 sec·Albany Post Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
5
Merge onto US 9
12 mi·19 min·US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward New York City
7
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
1.9 mi·2 min·Taconic State Parkway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
13 mi·17 min·Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Bronx River Parkway
0.4 mi·44 sec·Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 11EToward Cross County Parkway East, Mount VernonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
0.7 mi·1 min·Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 8Toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount VernonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto Parkway South
380 ft·15 sec·Parkway South
Toward NY 22
14
Turn right onto NY 22
2.3 mi·3 min·North Columbus Avenue
15
Continue on NY 22
0.2 mi·17 sec·South 3rd Avenue
16
Continue on NY 22
0.3 mi·1 min·Provost Avenue
17
Continue on Conner Street
0.2 mi·21 sec·Conner Street
18
Turn right onto New England Thruway
0.5 mi·59 sec·New England Thruway
19
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward I 95 South
20
Merge onto I 95
1.5 mi·2 min·New England Thruway
21
Continue on I 95
1.3 mi·2 min·Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
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.
23
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 5Toward NY 25A: Northern BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on Clearview Expressway
457 ft·17 sec·Clearview Expressway
27
Turn left onto NY 25A
19 mi·31 min·Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto NY 108
0.9 mi·1 min·Lawrence Hill Road
29
At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Lawrence Hill Road
30
Continue on NY 25A
0.4 mi·52 sec·Main Street
31
Turn right onto NY 110
0.2 mi·34 sec·New York Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
NY 110
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 41-minute drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around peak traffic hours to ensure a smoother experience. There are no mandatory stops required for a trip of this length, meaning you can easily complete the entire 64.2-mile distance in one go. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between the Sprain Brook Parkway and Northern Boulevard, as these junctions are key to maintaining your pace. Budgeting about $10 for gas should keep you covered, but having a little extra for local tolls is always a smart move in this part of New York. Try to avoid rush hour if possible, as the mixed nature of these roads can lead to congestion during peak times.
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 32.1 miles from Buchanan, NY, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.6 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.1 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Buchanan, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Buchanan, NY
This is one driving day of about 64.2 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Buchanan, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Northern Boulevard for about 18.6 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.6 and 42.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
15.6 mi into trip|~24m in|Sprain Brook Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
28.9 mi into trip|~42m 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
30 mi into trip|~45m 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
36.7 mi into trip|~56m 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...
7
42.9 mi into trip|~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.57 one way
$21.14 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$11.43
$22.85
premium
$4.92
$12.44
$24.89
diesel
$5.61
$14.17
$28.35
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
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.3
0
$6.74
$3.08
Efficient EV
16.1
0
$5.62
$2.57
EV Truck/SUV
25.7
0
$8.99
$4.11
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Buchanan, NY
Late night
in Buchanan on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Huntington, NY
Late night
in Huntington on Tuesday
Local time
5:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy
E 3 to 8 mph33% chanceLive forecast
43°F
Mount Vernon, NY
32 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
5 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 41m 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
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 35.4
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 37.6
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...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 37.6
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 mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and parkway travel. With a highway share of 53%, the route balances faster stretches with more controlled driving environments. You will spend your longest uninterrupted segment on Northern Boulevard, which spans 18.6 miles. The road’s personality shifts as you move from the initial stretches of US 9 onto the parkway system, requiring you to stay alert for changing speed limits and traffic patterns. It is an efficient drive that moves you steadily toward your destination without the monotony of a long-haul interstate haul.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.6 mi on Northern Boulevard.
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 15.6 miles in near Sprain Brook Parkway.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 64.2 miles you will encounter 19 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 15.6 miles (Sprain Brook Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30 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
337 ft23 ft
Total Climb
552 ft
Total Descent
522 ft
Highest Point
337 ft
~9.2 mi in
Elevation Range
313 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Buchanan, NY and Huntington, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon and Long Island.
Huntington is a town in Suffolk County on Long Island, New York. It is on the North Shore (or Gold Coast) of the island, famous for its lavish estates along the Long Island Sound and its affluent residential communities. The town is large with a population of over 200,000, and many neighborhoods in town having their own distinct identities. Four villages in the town even have their own level of autonomy, with one of them, Northport, having its own article.
Top landmarks
•Oheka Castle — mansion in Huntington, New York, USA
•Vanderbilt Museum — museum in Suffolk county, N.Y.
•Eatons Neck Light — lighthouse in New York, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 64.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). 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 18.6 miles on Northern Boulevard. 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 Huntington, 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 15.6 miles (Sprain Brook Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30 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 Huntington, NY before heading back.
