East Setauket to Borough Park is 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 32m via Southern State Parkway, Belt Parkway, and Smithtown Bypass, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York, traversing the Northeast region. The route is primarily highway driving, making it a straightforward connection between Long Island and Brooklyn. With a short duration and a low estimated fuel cost, this is a convenient option for a quick trip. Plan for a direct drive with minimal detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.2 miles from East Setauket, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Southern State Parkway
25.4 mi
32m
Belt Parkway
6.5 mi
9m
Smithtown Bypass
4.5 mi
7m
Linden Boulevard
4.4 mi
6m
Heckscher State Parkway
3.9 mi
4m
Nicolls Road
3.1 mi
4m
Islip Avenue
2.2 mi
3m
Wheeler Road
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 25.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Setauket, NY and Borough Park, NY.
Toward Route 111, Islip, SmithtownUse the right lane.
9
Turn left onto NY 111
0.5 mi·46 sec·Hauppauge Boulevard
10
At end of road, turn right onto NY 111; CR 76
421 ft·8 sec·Townline Road
11
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 111
1.6 mi·2 min·Wheeler Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 111
1.5 mi·2 min·Joshuas Path
13
Continue on NY 111
2.2 mi·3 min·Islip Avenue
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward SO: New York
15
Merge onto H
3.9 mi·4 min·Heckscher State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on SO
0.1 mi·9 sec·Southern State Parkway
17
Keep slight left at fork onto SO
25 mi·32 min·Southern State Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
18
Continue on BP
1.3 mi·1 min·Belt Parkway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto BP
2.4 mi·3 min·Belt Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
2.9 mi·4 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 17WToward North Conduit AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto NY 27
0.6 mi·1 min·North Conduit Avenue
23
Turn straight onto NY 27
2.8 mi·4 min·Linden Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
24
Continue on NY 27
1.0 mi·1 min·Linden Boulevard
25
Turn slight left onto Church Avenue
1.5 mi·3 min·Church Avenue
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto East 35th Street
0.1 mi·36 sec·East 35th Street
27
Turn left onto NY 27
0.6 mi·55 sec·Linden Boulevard
28
Turn slight right onto NY 27
0.4 mi·40 sec·Caton Avenue
29
Turn right onto Saint Pauls Place
0.2 mi·51 sec·Saint Pauls Place
30
At end of road, turn left onto Parkside Avenue
0.5 mi·53 sec·Parkside Avenue
31
Enter roundabout onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
266 ft·5 sec·Fort Hamilton Parkway
32
Continue on Fort Hamilton Parkway
33 ft·0 sec·Fort Hamilton Parkway
33
Keep slight left at fork onto Fort Hamilton Parkway
1.4 mi·2 min·Fort Hamilton Parkway
Use the straight lane.
34
Turn left onto New Utrecht Avenue
0.3 mi·59 sec·New Utrecht Avenue
Use the left lane.
35
Turn slight right onto 12th Avenue
0.2 mi·46 sec·12th Avenue
36
Arrive at destination
12th Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of about 1 hour and 32 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with timing. Leaving on a weekday outside of peak rush hours, perhaps mid-morning, can help you avoid the heaviest traffic. There are no designated stops on this route, but at just over an hour, it’s easily manageable in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel level, as the estimated cost is only $10, and it's wise to top off before you head out to ensure you don't need to search for a gas station mid-trip.
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 31.2 miles from East Setauket, NY, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.4 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 31.2 miles or 44m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Borough Park, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Setauket, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from East Setauket, NY
This is one driving day of about 62.3 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from East Setauket, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Southern State Parkway for about 25.4 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.6 and 52.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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10.6 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward Route 111, Islip, Smithtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Route 111, Islip, Smithtown
6
11.2 mi into trip|~17m in|NY 111 / Wheeler Road
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 111 / Wheeler Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
20.7 mi into trip|~30m in|SO / Southern State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto SO / Southern State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
47.2 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|BP / Belt Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
52.5 mi into trip|~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward North Conduit Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17W
Toward North Conduit Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.12 one way
$20.25 round trip
$4.13/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.47
$10.96
$21.92
premium
$4.87
$11.94
$23.87
diesel
$5.40
$13.25
$26.50
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
18.7
0
$6.54
$2.99
Efficient EV
15.6
0
$5.45
$2.49
EV Truck/SUV
24.9
0
$8.72
$3.99
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.
Forecast as of Apr 24, 2026
Origin
East Setauket, NY
Late night
in East Setauket on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Borough Park, NY
Late night
in Borough Park on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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
2 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 32m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 60.2
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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 60.2
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...
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 60.2
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 62.3
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 61% of this 62.3-mile drive on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 25.4 miles on the Southern State Parkway. Expect to transition from highway cruising to surface streets as you approach your destination. Given the highway percentage, be prepared for merging traffic and numerous exits, especially as you get closer to Borough Park.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.4 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 10.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.3 miles you will encounter 24 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 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles (NY 111 / Wheeler Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (SO / Southern State Parkway): 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 East Setauket, NY and Borough Park, NY, road signs point toward Nesconset Highway West, Hauppauge, Smithtown, Islip and So: New York.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 62.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.4 miles on Southern State Parkway. 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 Borough Park, 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 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.2 miles (NY 111 / Wheeler Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (SO / Southern State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Borough Park, NY before heading back.
