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Trip from Islip, NY to Philadelphia, NY

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

Drive Time

7h 35m

Distance

356.9 mi

574 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
7h 26m ★
6 AM
7h 36m
8 AM
7h 56m
10 AM
7h 43m
12 PM
7h 41m
3 PM
7h 44m
5 PM
7h 55m
8 PM
7h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Suffolk County, New York, United States

Islip, NY

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largest city in Pennsylvania, United States

Philadelphia, NY

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Trip Overview

Islip, NY to Philadelphia, NY is 356.9 miles and takes about 7h 35m via NY 17, New York State Thruway, and Southern State Parkway, with a fuel budget near $59 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within New York State, making it a straightforward journey for those looking to cover ground efficiently. With a highway-focused profile, you can expect a generally fast-paced drive. Considering it's a single-day trip with a manageable duration, it's ideal for a quick getaway or a necessary transit. Plan for about 117.5 miles between stops on NY 17, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge. This route is a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

178.4 miles from Islip, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 42m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 117.5 mi 2h 15m
New York State Thruway 63 mi 1h 12m
Southern State Parkway 24.7 mi 31m
Bea Luck Road 19.8 mi 23m
NJ 17 14.7 mi 18m
State Highway 26 13.4 mi 19m
State Highway 12 12 mi 16m
State Highway 28 11.7 mi 17m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 117.5 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Islip, NY and Philadelphia, NY.

1

Start on NY 27A

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street
2

Continue on Montauk Highway

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Montauk Highway
3

Continue on NY 27A

1.1 mi · 1 min · Main Street
4

Turn right onto 3rd Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue
5

Continue on CR 57

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Rossevelt Street
6

Continue on CR 57

0.7 mi · 1 min · Howells Road
Use the left lane.
7

Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway

163 ft · 3 sec · Sunrise Highway
8

Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Howells Road
Toward Howells Road, Deer Park Use the right lane.
9

Continue on CR 57

0.6 mi · 1 min · Bay Shore Road
10

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward SO West: New York
11

Continue on this road

363 ft · 8 sec · this road
12

Merge onto SO

25 mi · 31 min · Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge Use the slight right lane.
14

Merge onto CI

1.3 mi · 1 min · Cross Island Parkway
15

Take the exit

317 ft · 9 sec
Exit 26B Toward NY 24: UBS Arena-Belmont Park Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

437 ft · 12 sec
Toward NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West
18

Keep slight right at fork

266 ft · 8 sec
Toward Hempstead Avenue West Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 13 sec · this road
Toward Grandstand, Hempstead Avenue West
20

Keep slight left at fork

100 ft · 4 sec
Toward Hempstead Avenue
21

Turn right onto NY 24

1.0 mi · 2 min · Hempstead Avenue
Use the right lane.
22

Turn left onto Jamaica Avenue

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Jamaica Avenue
23

Turn right onto NY 24

0.7 mi · 1 min · 212th Street
24

Continue on I 295

5.0 mi · 5 min · Clearview Expressway
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Through Neck Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
26

Continue on I 295

0.7 mi · 1 min · Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Keep slight left at fork onto I 295

6.6 mi · 8 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
29

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
30

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
31

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP
33

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
35

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
36

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.
37

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
40

Continue on NJ 17

0.7 mi · 50 sec · NJ 17
41

Continue on NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17
42

Continue on I 287; NY 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · I 287; NY 17
43

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17

118 mi · 2 hr 15 min · NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

63 mi · 1 hr 12 min · New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
45

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Exit 29A Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville Use the slight right lane.
46

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 54 sec · this road
47

Continue on NY 169

1.9 mi · 2 min · NY 169
48

At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169

0.7 mi · 1 min · NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
49

Turn right onto NY 167

0.3 mi · 36 sec · South Ann Street
50

At end of road, turn left onto NY 169

9.7 mi · 15 min · West Monroe Street
51

Continue on NY 28

3.2 mi · 4 min · State Highway 28
52

Continue on NY 28

1.2 mi · 1 min · Main Street
53

Continue on NY 28

2.5 mi · 3 min · State Highway 28
54

Continue on NY 28

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
55

Continue on NY 8; NY 28

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Highway 8
56

Turn right onto NY 28

6.0 mi · 8 min · State Highway 28
57

Turn right onto NY 12

11 mi · 15 min · State Highway 12
58

Continue on NY 12; NY 28

9.7 mi · 11 min · Erwin Parkway
59

Continue on NY 12

0.8 mi · 51 sec · State Highway 12
60

Continue on NY 12

20 mi · 23 min · Bea Luck Road
61

Continue on NY 12

0.5 mi · 1 min · Utica Boulevard
62

Continue on NY 12; NY 26

1.3 mi · 3 min · South State Street
63

Continue on NY 26

13 mi · 19 min · State Highway 26
64

Continue on NY 26

1.1 mi · 1 min · Broad Street
65

Continue on NY 26

6.1 mi · 10 min · Martin Street Road
66

Continue on NY 26

0.2 mi · 25 sec · State Highway 26
67

Continue on NY 26

2.3 mi · 3 min · Great Bend Road
68

Continue on NY 26

2.7 mi · 3 min · Fort Drum Road
69

Continue on US 11; NY 26

6.7 mi · 7 min · US 11; NY 26
70

Turn right onto Sand Street

141 ft · 6 sec · Sand Street
71

Arrive at destination

Sand Street

Trip Plan

Given the 7h 35m estimated drive time, starting early in the morning is your best bet to complete this 356.9-mile journey within daylight hours. You've got two suggested stops, so consider planning your first break around the midpoint or when you feel the need to stretch. The longest stretch on NY 17 is over 100 miles, so be sure to refuel before entering that segment to avoid any concerns. With a fuel cost estimated at $59, it's a relatively affordable trip. This route is well-suited for a single-day push, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider splitting it with an overnight stay, though it's not strictly necessary.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 178.4 miles from Islip, NY, or about 3h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 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 79 miles or 1h 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 178.4 miles or 3h 42m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Philadelphia, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Islip, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Islip, NY

This is one driving day of about 356.9 miles and 7h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Islip, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 117.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poughkeepsie, NY

178 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 178.4 miles from Islip, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Newburgh, New York

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Leonia, New Jersey

0.8 mi

Canali's Italian & American Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Schenectady, New York

2.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Englewood, New Jersey

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 51

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New York, New York

3 mi

Golden Krust Carribean Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102

Newburgh, New York

Hours: 8:15 am–7:45 pm

+18457874527

Visit website

Rumba Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 51

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12013630008

Canali's Italian & American Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 203.9

Schenectady, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15183555323

Visit website

Caribe Spanish Restaurant & Sports Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 203.9

Schenectady, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+15182806277

Visit website

Bellevue Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 203.9

Schenectady, New York

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15183937720

Visit website

Barnwood Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 153

Catskill, New York

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15189432200

Visit website

Gracie's Luncheonette

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 153

Leeds, New York

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15189439363

Visit website

Piccolo Trattoria

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 153

Leeds, New York

Hours: 4–9 pm

+15187193430

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 51

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51

New York, New York

+19172614093

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 51

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

Cafe Amrita

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51

New York, New York

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+12122220683

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 102

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 102

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 102

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 102

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 203.9

Rotterdam, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 102

Newburgh, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

ViaLynk Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 203.9

Schenectady, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15186913119

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 102

New Windsor, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Ross Dock Picnic Area

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 51

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Xtreme Energy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 51

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12014085555

Visit website

Sunshine Pottery & Paint

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 51

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+12015415559

Visit website

Overpeck County Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 51

Leonia, New Jersey

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12013367275

Visit website

Englewood Picnic Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 51

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 51

Fort Lee, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–4:45 pm

+12014611776

Visit website

Escape Room NJ

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 51

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+12018151784

Visit website

Bergen Performing Arts Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 51

Englewood, New Jersey

+12012271030

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 34

5 decision points cluster between mile 3.6 and 50.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
3.6 mi into trip | ~6m in | CR 57 / Howells Road

Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57 / Howells Road toward Howells Road, Deer Park

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward Howells Road, Deer Park
8
31.1 mi into trip | ~43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue
8
31.2 mi into trip | ~43m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hempstead Avenue West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward Hempstead Avenue West
8
50 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
9
50.3 mi into trip | ~1h 11m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$58.75 one way

$117.50 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 125 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $63.53 $127.05
premium $4.92 $69.17 $138.35
diesel $5.61 $78.80 $157.60

Estimated Tolls: $25.70

George Washington Bridge $16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge $6.55
New York State Thruway (63 mi) $3.15

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

$59

Tolls

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$109–$134

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 124.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 107.1 1 $37.47 $17.13
Efficient EV 89.2 1 $31.23 $14.28
EV Truck/SUV 142.8 1 $49.97 $22.84

Gas CO2

125 kg

EV CO2

42 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Islip, NY

Night in Islip on Saturday

Local time

10:47 PM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Philadelphia, NY

Night in Philadelphia on Saturday

Local time

10:47 PM

EDT

Current temp

38°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

6 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

7h 35m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

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.

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 49.2
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 49.2
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

9 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 49.2
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

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...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free near mile 49.2
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free near mile 49.2
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 49.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 66% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant portion of your journey on the New York State Thruway and NY 17, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.5 miles on NY 17, so be prepared for a solid period of consistent driving. While the main roads are primarily highways, you might encounter some variations as you transition between parkways and the thruway. Overall, expect a consistent pace for much of the 356.9-mile trip, making it a predictable drive.

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
71 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.5 mi on NY 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near CR 57 / Howells Road.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 34 significant decision points across 356.9 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 3.6 miles (CR 57 / Howells Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles: 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 Islip, NY and Philadelphia, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West, Grandstand, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack and Gsp South - among others.

Cross Island Parkway North

29.4 mi in | ~40m

Hempstead Avenue West

31.1 mi in | ~43m

Grandstand

31.3 mi in | ~43m

Upper Level

47.5 mi in | ~1h 6m | via I 95; US 1

Njtp South: Hackensack

50 mi in | ~1h 10m

Gsp South

57.1 mi in | ~1h 20m

Gsp North

57.1 mi in | ~1h 20m

Newark

57.1 mi in | ~1h 20m

Mahwah

57.1 mi in | ~1h 20m

New York State Thruway North: Albany

72.4 mi in | ~1h 40m | via NY 17

Dolgeville

252.8 mi in | ~5h 8m

About the Cities

Starting in Islip, NY

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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

Arriving in Philadelphia, NY

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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 7h 35m. Total distance: 356.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 35m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 117.5 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $25.70 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Philadelphia, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (CR 57 / Howells Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.6 hours each way, a round trip means 15.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Philadelphia, NY before the return drive.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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