Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
41.1 mi
66 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deer Park, NY
Muzin Kahraman
New York City, NY
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This straightforward 41.1-mile drive from Deer Park, NY, to New York City, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 81% of it on major expressways. You can expect a fuel cost of around $7 for this journey. Given its relatively short distance and direct nature, this trip offers a convenient way to travel between the Northeast regions of Long Island and the bustling heart of the city.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 31.4 mi | 43m |
| Deer Park Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Williamsburg Bridge | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Delancey Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Kenmare Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Lafayette Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Park, NY and New York City, NY.
Start on NY 231
Turn left onto North Service Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 278
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
Continue on Delancey Street
Continue on Kenmare Street
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
Turn right onto Howard Street
Turn left onto Broadway
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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.
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Deer Park, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 34.3 and 40.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$6.77 one way
$13.53 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.32 | $14.63 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.97 | $15.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.07 | $18.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.97 |
| Efficient EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Deer Park on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in New York City on Sunday
Local time
6:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Partly Sunny
49°F
North Hills, NY
21 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 41.1-mile journey. The Long Island Expressway will be your main artery for a significant stretch, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 31.4 miles. As you progress, you'll transition onto the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, continuing the high-speed transit. This route prioritizes efficient travel over scenic detours, making it a practical choice for reaching your destination quickly.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Deer Park Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.3 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 34.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Deer Park, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Manhattan along the way.
Manhattan
“The City That Never Sleeps” · Founded 1624
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 41.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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