This 337.9-mile journey from Lincoln, NY to Oyster Bay, NY will take approximately 7 hours and 19 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable one-day trip, though you might consider an overnight if you prefer a more relaxed pace. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $58. You'll primarily be navigating on I 81, the Keystone Shortway, and I 380, with about half of your travel on highways. This route offers a practical way to travel within the Northeast region, connecting two points in New York.
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
169 miles from Lincoln, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
98.8 mi
1h 57m
Keystone Shortway
80 mi
1h 37m
I 380
23.6 mi
25m
New York State Thruway
19.2 mi
22m
Northern Boulevard
14.5 mi
24m
East Lake Road
9.9 mi
14m
State Highway 41
9.8 mi
13m
Clark Street Road
9.6 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
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Start on CR 200
1.4 mi·3 min·North Lincoln Road
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Turn left onto NY 286
2.5 mi·3 min·Atlantic Avenue
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At end of road, turn right onto NY 350
5.1 mi·7 min·Ontario Center Road
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Turn left onto NY 31F; NY 350
1.7 mi·3 min·State Highway 350
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Turn left onto NY 31
0.4 mi·59 sec·Main Street
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Continue on NY 31
2.4 mi·2 min·State Route 31
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Continue on NY 31
0.7 mi·53 sec·West Main Street
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Turn right onto NY 21
0.5 mi·46 sec·Canandaigua Street
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Continue on NY 21
1.1 mi·1 min·Canandaigua Road
10
Continue on NY 21
4.3 mi·6 min·State Route 21
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Continue on NY 21
0.2 mi·19 sec·North Main Street
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Take the ramp
0.2 mi·25 sec
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 90 East
14
Merge onto I 90
19 mi·22 min·New York State Thruway
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Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 41Toward NY 414: Waterloo, ClydeUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
327 ft·7 sec
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Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi·35 sec·State Route 414
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Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi·7 min·NY 318
Use the left lane.
19
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi·2 min·Auburn Road
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Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi·11 min·Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft·12 sec·State Street
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Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·Dill Street
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Continue on Loop Road
458 ft·16 sec·Loop Road
24
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi·9 min·Genesee Street
25
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi·4 min·West Genesee Street Road
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Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi·45 sec·East Lake Street
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Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi·13 min·East Lake Road
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Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi·7 min·State Route 41
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Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi·49 sec·East Lake Road
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Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi·13 min·State Highway 41
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Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi·2 min·North West Street
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Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Use the left lane.
33
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
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Merge onto I 81
45 mi·54 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
36
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·US 6
Exit 187Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt PoconoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, MilfordUse the straight lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
39
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
40
Merge onto I 80
80 mi·1 hr 37 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
41
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi·5 min·Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower LevelUse the slight right lane.
42
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Exit 70A-BToward Leonia, TeaneckUse the slight right lane.
44
Turn right
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 70AToward LeoniaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft·9 sec·Degraw Avenue
46
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi·2 min·Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
47
Continue on CR 56
469 ft·13 sec·Main Street
48
Take the ramp
472 ft·12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
49
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi·28 sec·Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Take the exit
312 ft·4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
51
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi·20 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
52
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
53
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
54
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
55
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi·6 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
56
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi·2 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6BToward I 295 South: Throgs Neck BridgeUse the straight / slight left lanes.
57
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi·58 sec·Throgs Neck Expressway
58
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
59
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
60
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 5Toward NY 25A: Northern BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
61
Continue on Clearview Expressway
457 ft·17 sec·Clearview Expressway
62
Turn left onto NY 25A
15 mi·24 min·Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
63
Turn left onto NY 106
0.3 mi·29 sec·Jericho Oyster Bay Road
64
Turn straight onto NY 106
0.5 mi·46 sec·Oyster Bay Road
65
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106
260 ft·4 sec·Oyster Bay Road
66
Continue on NY 106
0.9 mi·1 min·Pine Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
67
Continue on NY 106
105 ft·5 sec·South Street
68
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
112 ft·9 sec·Berry Hill Road
69
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft·2 sec·Berry Hill Road
70
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 7 hours, this trip is feasible in a single day, but planning for two stops is recommended. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and avoid potential traffic. The longest stretch on I 81 is nearly 100 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before reaching that point. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, be extra vigilant with navigation, especially as you approach your destination in Oyster Bay.
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 169 miles from Lincoln, NY, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 74 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 169 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oyster Bay, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lincoln, 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 Lincoln, NY
This is one driving day of about 337.9 miles and 7h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Lincoln, 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 I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 42
5 decision points cluster between mile 40.2 and 314.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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40.2 mi into trip|~54m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
9
190.5 mi into trip|~4h 11m in|US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
305.1 mi into trip|~6h 27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
305.4 mi into trip|~6h 27m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
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314.8 mi into trip|~6h 41m in|I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.62 one way
$111.24 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg118 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$60.14
$120.29
premium
$4.92
$65.49
$130.98
diesel
$5.61
$74.60
$149.21
Estimated Tolls: $23.51
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New York State Thruway
(19.2 mi)$0.96
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
$56
Tolls
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 118.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
101.4
1
$35.48
$16.22
Efficient EV
84.5
0
$29.57
$13.52
EV Truck/SUV
135.2
1
$47.31
$21.63
Gas CO2
118 kg
EV CO2
40 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
Lincoln, NY
Morning
in Lincoln on Sunday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Oyster Bay, NY
Morning
in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Ramapo, NY
169 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.
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
7h 19m 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.
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 314.6
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 46.6
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...
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...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 303
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 303
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that's about 49% highway, meaning you'll experience a mix of faster travel and more winding local roads. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 98.8 miles, primarily on I 81. This suggests a route with a turn-heavy local drive profile, so be prepared for more frequent adjustments in direction and speed as you progress. The character of the road will likely shift, offering varied driving experiences.
Only 49% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
70 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.2 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 42 significant decision points across 337.9 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 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 305.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lincoln, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia and Teaneck - among others.
Oyster Bay is one of three towns in Nassau County, on Long Island, New York.
The town of Oyster Bay comprises a large portion of eastern Nassau County and includes a slew of villages and other communities. This article covers North Oyster Bay – the area closest to Oyster Bay itself (in other words, everything that is north of the Long Island Expressway). See South Oyster Bay for the southern half of the town (in other words, the area south of the expressway). See the article for Glen Cove for communities in the northwest part of the town that are closest to that city.
Top landmarks
•Christ Church — historic Episcopal parish in Oyster Bay, New York, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 19m. Total distance: 337.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 19m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $23.51 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 Oyster Bay, 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 40.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 190.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 305.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Women's Rights National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Oyster Bay, NY before the return drive.
