Origin
Concord, NY
Morning in Concord on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Concord, NY to Smithtown, 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
1h 28m
Distance
62.7 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Concord, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Smithtown, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 62.7-mile drive from Concord, NY to Smithtown, NY is easily manageable as a single-day trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 28 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Southern State Parkway, Belt Parkway, and Sagtikos State Parkway, this route is almost entirely highway-focused, accounting for 93% of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, it’s an economical option for a quick transition within New York. The drive offers a direct path, making it ideal for those seeking efficiency rather than extensive sightseeing. You can expect a highway-centric experience for the entirety of this relatively short distance.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern State Parkway | 25.5 mi | 32m |
| Belt Parkway | 20.8 mi | 30m |
| Sagtikos State Parkway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| Jericho Turnpike | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Sunken Meadow State Parkway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Staten Island Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 25.5 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Concord, NY and Smithtown, NY.
1
Start on Pierce Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Pierce Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto Mosel Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Mosel Avenue
3
Turn right onto Clove Road
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Clove Road
4
Turn right onto Neckar Avenue
301 ft
·
13 sec
·
Neckar Avenue
5
Turn right onto Narrows Road South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Narrows Road South
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 278 Toll East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
7
Merge onto I 278
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Staten Island Expressway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 278
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Staten Island Expressway
Toward Upper Level
9
Continue on I 278
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge
10
Continue on I 278
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Gowanus Expressway
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Exit 16
Toward John F Kennedy International Airport, Belt Parkway East
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto BP
21 mi
·
30 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
25 mi
·
31 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Exit 25A
Toward Southern State Parkway, Eastern Long Island
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto SA
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Sagtikos State Parkway
Toward Kings Park
16
Continue on SM
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Sunken Meadow State Parkway
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit SM3E
Toward NY 25 East: Jericho Turnpike East, Smithtown
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn slight right onto NY 25
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Jericho Turnpike
19
Continue on NY 25; NY 25A
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
NY 25; NY 25A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Concord, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 58 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Mosel Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Mosel Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 278 Toll East: Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 278 Toll East: Verrazano Bridge, Brook...
8
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward John F Kennedy International Airport, Belt Parkway East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16
Toward John F Kennedy International Airport, Be...
9
25.4 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
SO / Southern State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto SO / Southern State Parkway toward Southern State Parkway, Eastern 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 25A
Toward Southern State Parkway, Eastern Long Isl...
8
58 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward NY 25 East: Jericho Turnpike East, Smithtown
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 SM3E
Toward NY 25 East: Jericho Turnpike East, Smith...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.32 one way
$20.64 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $11.16 | $22.32 |
| premium | $4.92 | $12.15 | $24.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.84 | $27.69 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.27
Jericho Turnpike
(3.9 mi)
$0.27
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$0
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.78 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Smithtown, NY
Morning in Smithtown on Tuesday
Local time
6:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
6 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
1h 28m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for nearly the entire 62.7 miles, with 93% of the route on high-speed parkways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.5 miles along the Southern State Parkway, offering a consistent pace. This journey is characterized by its parkway nature, which generally implies well-maintained roads designed for smooth travel. While not a winding scenic byway, the parkway system aims for a pleasant and efficient driving experience, minimizing traffic lights and complex intersections. The character remains largely consistent throughout the 1 hour and 28 minute duration.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.5 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 Belt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Mosel Avenue.
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 62.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (Mosel Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Concord, NY and Smithtown, NY, road signs point toward John F Kennedy International Airport, Belt Parkway East, Eastern Long Island and Kings Park.
John F Kennedy International Airport
3.6 mi in
|
~6m
Belt Parkway East
3.6 mi in
|
~6m
Eastern Long Island
25.4 mi in
|
~39m
|
via SO
Kings Park
50.9 mi in
|
~1h 12m
|
via SA
About the Cities
Starting in Concord, NY
Full guide →Arriving in Smithtown, NY
Full guide →Smithtown is a town of 117,000 people (2016) in Suffolk County, on Long Island, in New York. Smithtown is comprised of the villages and hamlets of Commack (in part, with the Town of Huntington), Fort Salonga (in part, with the Town of Huntington), Hauppauge (in part, with the Town of Islip), Head of the Harbor, Kings Park, Lake Ronkonkoma (in part with the Town of Brookhaven and Town of Islip), Nesconset, Nissequogue, Smithtown, St. James, & Village of the Branch.
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 28m. Total distance: 62.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.5 miles on Southern State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.27 in tolls one way, starting with Jericho Turnpike. 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 Smithtown, 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 0.1 miles (Mosel Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Gateway National Recreation Area, Governors Island National Monument and Statue Of Liberty 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 Smithtown, NY before heading back.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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