Bosphorus Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
9h 9m
Distance
424.2 mi
683 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$70
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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Sheridan, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 424.2-mile journey from Huntington, NY, to Sheridan, NY, will take approximately 9 hours and 9 minutes of driving time, making it a solid two-day trip. You'll primarily navigate on I-86 and I-81, with a portion on Christopher Columbus Highway. With a fuel cost estimated around $70, this drive offers a straightforward path through the Northeast region, staying entirely within New York State. Plan for two stops along the way to break up the driving. Given the duration, splitting this into two days is highly recommended for a more relaxed experience.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
212.1 miles from Huntington, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 28m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 86 | 100 mi | 1h 56m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 81 | 58.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| State Highway 39 | 35.6 mi | 51m |
| I 380 | 27.7 mi | 30m |
| Genesee Expressway | 22.8 mi | 26m |
| Northern Boulevard | 17.4 mi | 28m |
| Keystone Shortway | 17.3 mi | 24m |
Step-by-step road directions between Huntington, NY and Sheridan, NY.
Start on NY 110
Turn left onto NY 25A
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25A
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
At end of road, turn left onto NY 25A
Take the ramp
Merge onto CI
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Take the exit
Continue on I 380
Merge onto I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 390
Take the exit
Turn left onto NY 36
Turn left onto Lincoln Street
Turn left onto NY 36
Continue on NY 436
Continue on NY 436
Continue on NY 436
Continue on NY 436
Turn right onto NY 436
Continue on NY 19A; NY 436
Turn left onto NY 436
Turn left onto NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39
Continue on NY 16; NY 39
Turn left onto NY 39
Turn slight left onto NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
At end of road, turn left onto US 62; NY 39
Turn left onto US 62; NY 39
At end of road, turn right onto US 62; NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Turn right onto CTR 79
Turn sharp left onto US 20
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 9-hour drive, consider departing early in the morning to maximize daylight, especially if you plan to split it over two days. Pacing your two planned stops will be key to staying refreshed; aim for roughly every 3-4 hours of driving. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch without a major town could be up to 100 miles on I-86, so topping off beforehand is wise. Breaking the drive into two days is the most practical approach, allowing for a comfortable overnight rest.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 93 miles or 2h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 212.1 miles or 4h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 212.1 miles or 4h 28m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sheridan, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Huntington, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Huntington, NY
Aim for roughly 212 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Sheridan, NY
Aim for roughly 212 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
212 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Union, NYNight 1
212 mi · about 4.6h in
A practical overnight split lands near Union, NY after about 212 miles or 4.6 hours of driving.
Find hotelsA short stop after about 93 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 212.1 miles from Huntington, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 212 miles or 4.6 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Mocha Cafe
Bronx, New York
Hapgoods Restaurant & Bar
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
New York, New York
Near the start, short detour
+19172614093
Near the start, short detour
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+13472027123
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19732993399
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+17188847127
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Boonton, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19739173334
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
New York, New York
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+15167490697
Near the start, ~12 min detour
Livingston, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
+19733151616
Visit websiteNear the start, ~12 min detour
Leonia, New Jersey
Hours: 8 am–8 pm
+12013630008
Near the start, short detour
New York, New York
+19172614093
Near the start, ~11 min detour
New York, New York
Hours: 8 am–11 pm
+12122220683
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Elmira, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Dansville, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Elmira, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Elmira, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18555023851
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Horseheads, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18776642738
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Huntington Station, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Around the midpoint, short detour
Johnson City, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Horseheads, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Bronx, NY
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Parsippany, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+19732637254
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm
+17182998750
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+17186816000
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
+12129265337
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
New York, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
New York, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12127951388
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.8 and 37.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$69.83 one way
$139.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $75.50 | $151.01 |
| premium | $4.92 | $82.22 | $164.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $93.66 | $187.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.83
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$70
Tolls
$23
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$223–$333
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 148.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 127.3 | 1 | $44.54 | $20.36 |
| Efficient EV | 106.1 | 1 | $37.12 | $16.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 169.7 | 2 | $59.39 | $27.15 |
Gas CO2
148 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
9:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Destination
Night in Sheridan on Saturday
Local time
9:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
53°F
Union, NY
212 mi in
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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This drive is largely highway-focused, with 62% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience longer stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 100-mile segment on I-86. The character is predominantly that of a swift, efficient interstate journey, designed for covering distance. Expect the road conditions to remain fairly consistent for most of the drive, with minimal transitions to slower, local roads.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 86 and Christopher Columbus Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.8 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 424.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Huntington, NY and Sheridan, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, New England, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack and Hackensack.
Bronx
New England
Upper Level
Njtp South: Hackensack
Hackensack
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).
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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