Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
53.4 mi
86 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
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.
Huntington, NY
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Hampton Bays, NY
Sarah O'Shea
If you are looking to head east from Huntington to Hampton Bays, you are in for a manageable 53.4-mile trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as the minimal travel time leaves you with plenty of daylight to enjoy your destination. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey, making this an economical excursion within the Northeast region. Because the entire drive remains within New York, you won't face any major shifts in regional culture or climate. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway or a spontaneous beach day, the simple logistics of this trip make it an easy choice for travelers.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 24.4 mi | 32m |
| Sunrise Highway | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| Captain Daniel Roe Highway | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Park Avenue | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Northern State Parkway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Deer Park Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| LIE South Service Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Sagtikos State Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Hampton Bays, NY.
Start on NY 110
Turn right onto NY 25A
Turn slight right onto CR 35
Continue on CR 35
Take the ramp
Merge onto N
Take the exit
Merge onto SA
Take the exit
Turn straight onto LIE South Service Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 495
Take the exit
Turn right onto CR 111
Take the exit
Merge onto NY 27
Take the exit
Turn straight onto NY 24
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80
Turn right onto Ponquogue Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from Huntington, 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 6.4 and 51.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward N East: Hauppauge
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward SA South: South Shore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 495 East: Riverhead
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward CR 111: Manorville, Eastport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$8.79 one way
$17.58 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.50 | $19.01 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.48 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Huntington on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy
Destination
Night in Hampton Bays on Saturday
Local time
10:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
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 mixed driving experience as you transition from the suburban landscape of Huntington toward the coastal environment of Hampton Bays. You will spend roughly 53% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of the Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, and Captain Daniel Roe Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 24.4 miles along the Long Island Expressway before you navigate the subsequent sections. While portions of the drive offer the efficiency of high-speed transit, the route eventually shifts to the more localized feel of the Sunrise and Captain Daniel Roe Highways. This variety keeps the drive engaging, moving you steadily from the bustling western side of the island toward your destination.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.4 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.4 miles you will encounter 17 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 6.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
482 ft
Total Descent
520 ft
Highest Point
230 ft
~6.7 mi in
Elevation Range
197 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Huntington, NY and Hampton Bays, NY, road signs point toward N East: Hauppauge, Sa South: South Shore, Cr 111: Manorville and Eastport.
N East: Hauppauge
Sa South: South Shore
Cr 111: Manorville
Eastport
Founded 1653
Huntington is a town in Suffolk County on Long Island, New York. It is on the North Shore (or Gold Coast) of the island, famous for its lavish estates along the Long Island Sound and its affluent residential communities. The town is large with a population of over 200,000, and many neighborhoods in town having their own distinct identities. Four villages in the town even have their own level of autonomy, with one of them, Northport, having its own article.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 53.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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