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Trip from Gravesend, NY to North Bellport, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 28m

Distance

61 mi

98 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 21m ★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 31m
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.

neighborhood in Brooklyn, New York City, United States

Gravesend, NY

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Downtown North Bellport, NY, NY

North Bellport, NY

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 61-mile drive from Gravesend, NY, to North Bellport, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes. You'll primarily navigate using Sunrise Highway and the Belt Parkway, with some time spent on Coney Island Avenue. With a projected fuel cost of around $10, this route offers an economical option for exploring within the Northeast region. The profile suggests a drive with frequent turns, so be prepared for a less direct, more local feel. This journey is best suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility without the need for an overnight stop.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Sunrise Highway 42.6 mi 57m
Belt Parkway 14.2 mi 21m
Coney Island Avenue 1.1 mi 2m
South Conduit Avenue 1 mi 1m
Station Road 0.9 mi 2m
Shore Parkway 0.2 mi <1m
Sunrise Hwy South Service Road 0.2 mi <1m
Avenue U 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Sunrise Highway — 42.6 mi, about 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gravesend, NY and North Bellport, NY.

1

Start on Ocean Parkway

99 ft · 8 sec · Ocean Parkway
2

Turn right onto Avenue U

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Avenue U
3

Turn right onto Coney Island Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · Coney Island Avenue
4

Continue on Coney Island Avenue

398 ft · 25 sec · Coney Island Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
5

Continue on Shore Parkway

392 ft · 13 sec · Shore Parkway
6

Continue on Shore Parkway

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Shore Parkway
7

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec
8

Merge onto BP

14 mi · 21 min · Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 22 sec
Exit 23B Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
10

Continue on NY 27

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Conduit Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Continue on NY 27

43 mi · 57 min · Sunrise Highway
Use the slight right lane.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Exit 56 Toward Station Road, Yaphank, Bellport Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on Sunrise Hwy South Service Road

0.2 mi · 37 sec · Sunrise Hwy South Service Road
14

Turn right onto Station Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · Station Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Turn left onto CR 80

40 ft · 0 sec · Montauk Highway
16

Arrive at destination

CR 80

Where to Stop

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

village in Nassau County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Freeport, NY

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

Queens, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Merrick, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30.5 miles from Gravesend, 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 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Avenue U

Turn right onto Avenue U

Navigation decision point

5
1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | BP / Belt Parkway

Merge onto BP / Belt Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15.8 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boulevard

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 23B Toward NY 27: Sunrise Highway, Brookville Boule...
8
59.6 mi into trip | ~1h 24m in

Take the exit toward Station Road, Yaphank, Bellport

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 56 Toward Station Road, Yaphank, Bellport
5
60.1 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | Station Road

Turn right onto Station Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.04 one way

$20.08 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $10.86 $21.72
premium $4.92 $11.82 $23.65
diesel $5.61 $13.47 $26.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 18.3 0 $6.41 $2.93
Efficient EV 15.3 0 $5.34 $2.44
EV Truck/SUV 24.4 0 $8.54 $3.90

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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 15, 2026

Origin

Gravesend, NY

Evening in Gravesend on Sunday

Local time

5:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Bellport, NY

Evening in North Bellport on Sunday

Local time

5:51 PM

EDT

Current temp

51°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

4 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 turn-heavy local drive for this 61-mile journey. While 24% of the route involves highway driving, much of the experience will be on local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 42.6 miles on Sunrise Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel before the local roads bring you to your destination. The combination of parkways and local streets means you'll be adjusting your speed and direction frequently, so staying alert and following your GPS will be key to a smooth progression.

Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.6 mi on Sunrise Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Avenue U.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Avenue U): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 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

46 ft 9 ft

Total Climb

72 ft

Total Descent

37 ft

Highest Point

46 ft

~61 mi in

Elevation Range

38 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 61 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 (24%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 42.6 miles on Sunrise Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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: near the start (Avenue U): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 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, Fire Island National Seashore and Governors Island 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 North Bellport, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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