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Trip from Chatham, NY to Brookhaven, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 5m

Distance

181.8 mi

293 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
3h 52m ★
6 AM
4h 5m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 12m
3 PM
4h 16m
5 PM
4h 30m
8 PM
3h 58m

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

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Downtown Chatham, NY, NY

Chatham, NY

Peter Olexa

Trip Overview

This 181.8-mile drive from Chatham, NY to Brookhaven, NY takes approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip. You'll spend about 93% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Taconic State Parkway, Long Island Expressway, and I-684. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $30. This route is a straightforward, highway-focused experience that efficiently connects you from upstate New York to Long Island. Given its manageable duration, you can comfortably complete this drive without needing an overnight stop, offering flexibility in your travel plans.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

90.9 miles from Chatham, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Taconic State Parkway 62.3 mi 1h 24m
Long Island Expressway 43.5 mi 59m
I 684 26.8 mi 31m
I 84 15.5 mi 18m
Hutchinson River Parkway 13.6 mi 19m
Horseblock Road 4.1 mi 6m
Clearview Expressway 3.2 mi 3m
Throgs Neck Expressway 2.2 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Taconic State Parkway — 62.3 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chatham, NY and Brookhaven, NY.

1

Start on Austerlitz Street

34 ft · 1 sec · Austerlitz Street
2

Enter roundabout onto NY 66

111 ft · 1 sec · Main Street
3

Continue on NY 66

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Main Street
4

Continue on NY 66

0.5 mi · 1 min · Hudson Avenue
5

Turn left onto NY 203

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Coleman Street
6

Continue on NY 203

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 203
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 1 min
8

Merge onto Taconic State Parkway

62 mi · 1 hr 24 min · Taconic State Parkway
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 84 East: Danbury
10

Merge onto I 84

15 mi · 18 min · I 84
11

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 68A Toward I 684 South: White Plains Use the right lane.
12

Merge onto I 684

27 mi · 31 min · I 684
13

Keep slight left at fork

1.5 mi · 2 min
Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City Use the straight lane.
14

Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway

7.7 mi · 10 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway

5.9 mi · 8 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

141 ft · 4 sec
Exit 2A Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge, Stillwell Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 95 South: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Merge onto I 95

0.4 mi · 31 sec · New England Thruway
19

Continue on I 95

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

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.
21

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Continue on I 295

3.2 mi · 3 min · Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 4E-W Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 4E Toward I 495 East: Long Island Expressway, Eastern Long Island
25

Merge onto I 495

43 mi · 59 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 65 Toward CR 16: Horse Block Road, Centereach, Shirley Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Turn straight onto Express Drive South

0.2 mi · 21 sec · Express Drive South
Toward I 495, CR 101: Yaphank, Riverhead
28

Turn slight right onto CR 16

4.1 mi · 6 min · Horseblock Road
Use the right lane.
29

At end of road, turn right onto CR 80

0.9 mi · 1 min · Montauk Highway
Use the right lane.
30

Turn left onto CR 36

0.4 mi · 50 sec · South Country Road
Use the left lane.
31

Arrive at destination

CR 36

Trip Plan

To maximize your time, consider departing early in the morning to bypass potential traffic, especially as you approach Long Island. With a driving duration of just over 4 hours and a single suggested stop, you have plenty of flexibility to pause for breaks as needed. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 62.3 miles on the Taconic State Parkway, so plan your first break accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $30, and it's always wise to top off before embarking on longer highway segments. A practical tip for this route is to ensure your vehicle is in good condition before you leave, given the high percentage of highway driving.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 90.9 miles from Chatham, NY, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.3 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 40 miles or 56m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 90.9 miles or 2h 1m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 19m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Chatham, 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 Chatham, NY

This is one driving day of about 181.8 miles and 4h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Chatham, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Taconic State Parkway for about 62.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poughkeepsie, NY

91 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

Pleasant Valley, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ossining, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 90.9 miles from Chatham, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Taconic State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.3 miles.

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

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · final third

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 1h 10m to go 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Armonk, New York

2.1 mi

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Little Neck, New York

2.7 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

Hangars Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lagrangeville, New York

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 1h 10m in 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18456051991

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

3 mi

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $50 to $10

Armonk, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142736900

Visit website

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Little Neck, New York

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

The Arch Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $100 or ab

Brewster, New York

Hours: 5–10 pm

+18452795011

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $30 to $50

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Rraci's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $100 or ab

Brewster, New York

Hours: 5–10:30 pm

+18452786695

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

The Iron Furnace Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30

Verbank, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+18456051400

Visit website

Hangars Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Lagrangeville, New York

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18456051991

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Ancram, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Lagrangeville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Jericho, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Plainview, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Lake Ronkonkoma County Park Home of Syag Sports

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Lake Ronkonkoma, New York

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16318544949

Visit website

Cranberry Lake Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

West Harrison, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+19144281005

Visit website

Lake Taghkanic State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Ancram, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15188513631

Visit website

Geiger Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Deer Park, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+16318932100

Visit website

Kensico Dam Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Valhalla, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+19142314033

Visit website

Can You Escape? LI

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Mineola, New York

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+15162469939

Visit website

Walt Whitman Birthplace Association

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Huntington Station, New York

Hours: 1–4 pm

+16314275240

Visit website

Eisenhower Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

East Meadow, New York

+15165720348

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 107.7 and 132.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
107.7 mi into trip | ~2h 21m 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
8
122.8 mi into trip | ~2h 42m 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
122.8 mi into trip | ~2h 42m 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
124.7 mi into trip | ~2h 46m 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
132.1 mi into trip | ~2h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island

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 4E-W Toward I 495: Manhattan, Eastern Long Island

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.93 one way

$59.85 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 64 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $32.36 $64.72
premium $4.92 $35.24 $70.47
diesel $5.61 $40.14 $80.28

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

$30

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 63.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 54.5 0 $19.09 $8.73
Efficient EV 45.5 0 $15.91 $7.27
EV Truck/SUV 72.7 0 $25.45 $11.64

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

21 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 18, 2026

Origin

Chatham, NY

Afternoon in Chatham on Tuesday

Local time

12:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Brookhaven, NY

Afternoon in Brookhaven on Tuesday

Local time

12:10 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy

NE 2 to 6 mph 35% chance 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

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

4h 5m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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.

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...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 181.8
View on nps.gov
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 125.4
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 125.4
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 131.6
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 125.4
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 131.6
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-dominant experience on this route, with 93% of the journey taking place on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 62.3 miles on the Taconic State Parkway, offering a sustained period of driving. While primarily highway, the Taconic State Parkway often provides a more parkway-like feel compared to a standard interstate. As you transition to the Long Island Expressway and I-684, the character shifts to more of a high-speed commuter and long-distance travel corridor. This drive is best characterized as a smooth, efficient journey focused on covering distance.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.3 mi on Taconic State Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and Long Island Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 107.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 22 significant decision points across 181.8 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 107.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.8 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.

Between Chatham, NY and Brookhaven, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Long Island and Eastern Long Island.

New York City

107.7 mi in | ~2h 21m

Long Island

124.7 mi in | ~2h 46m | via I 695

Eastern Long Island

132.1 mi in | ~2h 56m

About the Cities

Starting in Chatham, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1795

Top landmarks

  • • Union Station — former railroad station in Chatham, New York, US
  • • North Chatham Historic District — historic district in Chatham, New York, United States

Arriving in Brookhaven, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1655

Brookhaven is the largest town in Suffolk County, part of Long Island, New York. With 485,000 residents (2020). It includes a patchwork of villages and other communities, and is the only town on the island to touch both the Long Island Sound and Atlantic Ocean. The villages of Belle Terre, Bellport, Lake Grove, Mastic Beach, Old Field, Patchogue, Poquott, Port Jefferson, and Shoreham are semi-autonomous, and provide their own services in addition to those provided by the town. Other prominent communities include Mount Sinai, Stony Brook, and Fire Island, a long and car-free resort island off the south coast of the town.

Top landmarks

  • • Wardenclyffe Tower — early experimental wireless transmission station designed and built by Nikola Te...
  • • West Meadow Beach Historic District — historic district in the United States
  • • Stony Brook Grist Mill — watermill

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 4h 5m. Total distance: 181.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 62.3 miles on Taconic State Parkway. 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.

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 Brookhaven, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 107.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 122.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Fire Island National Seashore, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and General Grant National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Brookhaven, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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