Origin
Islip, NY
Night in Islip on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Islip, NY to Hampton Bays, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Islip, NY
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Hampton Bays, NY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Islip to Hampton Bays, you are looking at a manageable 39.4-mile trek. Expect to spend about 55 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $6, it is an incredibly economical way to transition from the suburban feel of Islip to the coastal atmosphere of Hampton Bays. You will navigate primarily via Islip Avenue, Sunrise Highway, and Ponquogue Avenue to reach your destination. Because the journey is short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. This route is straightforward, practical, and perfect for those who prefer to keep their travel time under an hour.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 36.3 mi | 48m |
| Islip Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Ponquogue Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Montauk Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bittermint Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Ferndale Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 36.3 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Islip, NY and Hampton Bays, NY.
1
Start on NY 27A
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 111
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Islip Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right
114 ft
·
4 sec
Toward NY 27 East
4
Turn straight onto Bittermint Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Bittermint Street
5
Turn left onto Ferndale Boulevard
154 ft
·
6 sec
·
Ferndale Boulevard
6
Turn right onto Sunrise Highway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward NY 27 East
8
Merge onto NY 27
36 mi
·
47 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 65 S
Toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays
10
Turn straight onto NY 24
473 ft
·
15 sec
·
Riverhead-Hampton Bays Road
Use the left lane.
11
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Montauk Highway
12
Turn right onto Ponquogue Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Ponquogue Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Ponquogue Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Islip, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 38 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
NY 111 / Islip Avenue
Turn left onto NY 111 / Islip Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Ferndale Boulevard
Turn left onto Ferndale Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge onto NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
37.6 mi into trip
|
~51m in
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
Exit 65 S
Toward NY 24 South, To CR-80: Hampton Bays
5
38 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
CR 80 / West Montauk Highway
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80 / West Montauk Highway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.49 one way
$12.97 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.64 | $15.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 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 | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hampton Bays, NY
Night in Hampton Bays on Saturday
Local time
10:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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?
This 39.4-mile route is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. You will spend 0% of your time on major highways, meaning you should be prepared for frequent intersections and changing speed limits. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 36.3-mile stretch on Sunrise Highway, which serves as the backbone of the trip. As you progress from Islip, the road transitions from local street navigation to this longer highway stretch before eventually shifting into the local character of Ponquogue Avenue. It is a functional drive that requires your full attention due to the constant transitions between local roads and the main highway artery.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.3 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near NY 111 / Islip Avenue.
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 39.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (NY 111 / Islip Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Ferndale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Islip, NY
Full guide →Founded 1683
Islip (pronounced "ICE-lip") is a town on Long Island in the state of New York. Located within Suffolk County, the Town of Islip includes the villages of Brightwaters, Islandia, Ocean Beach and Saltaire. It also includes numerous hamlets including Bay Shore and Sayville which are ferry terminals for Fire Island. Other prominent communities are Bayport, Brentwood, Central Islip, Hauppauge, Islip village (the town seat), and Ronkonkoma.
Top landmarks
- • Bayport Aerodrome — airport in Suffolk County, New York, United States
- • Connetquot River State Park Preserve — state park in New York
- • Modesty — oyster-dredging sloop built in Long Island
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 39.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.3 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: at 0.2 miles (NY 111 / Islip Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.1 miles (Ferndale Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hampton Bays, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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