Spanning 407.3 miles from Lisbon to Huntington, this journey across New York takes approximately 7 hours and 20 minutes of drive time. Because this route relies entirely on local roads like County Road 10, Lisbon-Flackville Road, and East Lisbon Street, you should plan for a full day behind the wheel. Budgeting about $66 for fuel is a smart move for this trek, which stays within the Northeast region throughout. While it is technically possible to complete this drive in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the path makes it a demanding experience. Consider whether you prefer a long, steady day on the road or if you would rather break the trip into two manageable segments to keep your energy levels high.
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
197.4 miles from Lisbon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
201.9 mi
3h 53m
State Highway 812
28.2 mi
33m
State Highway 12
22.8 mi
31m
Bea Luck Road
19.6 mi
23m
Northern Boulevard
18.6 mi
31m
Indian River Road
16.1 mi
19m
NJ 17
14.1 mi
18m
US 11
11.5 mi
13m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 201.9 mi, about 3h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lisbon, NY and Huntington, NY.
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Start on Church Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·Church Street
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Turn right onto County Road 10
1.8 mi·5 min·County Road 10
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Continue on Lisbon-Flackville Road
1.4 mi·5 min·Lisbon-Flackville Road
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Continue on Lisbon-Flackville Road
1.4 mi·5 min·Lisbon-Flackville Road
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Continue on County Road 10
3.8 mi·9 min·County Road 10
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Continue on East Lisbon Street
0.5 mi·2 min·East Lisbon Street
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At end of road, turn left onto NY 812
0.5 mi·31 sec·North State Street
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Continue on NY 812
11 mi·13 min·State Highway 812
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At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 812
11 mi·13 min·US 11; NY 812
10
Turn left onto NY 58; NY 812
0.6 mi·40 sec·William Street
11
Continue on NY 58; NY 812
5.5 mi·6 min·State Highway 58
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Turn right onto NY 812
2.1 mi·2 min·Balmat-Fowler Road
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Continue on NY 812
7.9 mi·9 min·State Highway 812
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At end of road, turn right onto NY 3; NY 812
0.3 mi·33 sec·State Highway 812
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Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.4 mi·59 sec·State Street
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Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 3; NY 812
2.9 mi·4 min·State Route 3
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Turn left onto NY 812
5.7 mi·6 min·Indian River Road
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Continue on NY 812
10 mi·12 min·Indian River Road
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Continue on NY 812
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 812
8.4 mi·10 min·State Highway 812
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Turn left onto East State Street
1.5 mi·3 min·East State Street
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Continue on Ross Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Ross Road
24
Turn left onto NY 12
20 mi·23 min·Bea Luck Road
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Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi·51 sec·State Highway 12
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Continue on NY 12
9.7 mi·11 min·Erwin Parkway
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Continue on NY 12
22 mi·30 min·State Highway 12
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
29
Merge onto NY 49
0.4 mi·26 sec·State Route 49
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Continue on I 790; NY 5
0.2 mi·13 sec·I 790; NY 5
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward Genesee Street South
32
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 90
33
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 90 East
34
Merge onto I 90
84 mi·1 hr 36 min·New York State Thruway
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Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, BostonUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
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Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
14 mi·18 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
39
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
40
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
41
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi·24 sec·NJ 4
Use the right lane.
42
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi·8 min·NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington BridgeUse the straight / slight left lanes.
44
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi·54 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
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Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
48
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi·6 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
49
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.
50
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi·58 sec·Throgs Neck Expressway
51
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
52
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·2 min·Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
53
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 5Toward NY 25A: Northern BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
54
Continue on Clearview Expressway
457 ft·17 sec·Clearview Expressway
55
Turn left onto NY 25A
19 mi·31 min·Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
56
Turn right onto NY 108
0.9 mi·1 min·Lawrence Hill Road
57
At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Lawrence Hill Road
58
Continue on NY 25A
0.4 mi·52 sec·Main Street
59
Turn right onto NY 110
0.2 mi·34 sec·New York Avenue
60
Arrive at destination
NY 110
Trip Plan
Since you are facing a 7-hour and 20-minute drive on local roads, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue. With two planned stops incorporated into your itinerary, use these breaks to stretch and refocus, as the lack of highway miles makes the drive feel longer than the clock suggests. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, keeping your $66 budget in mind, especially since local roads may offer fewer refueling options than major interstates. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, double-check your GPS settings before leaving to ensure you stay on track through the winding local sections. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so don't hesitate to add extra rest if the local traffic or frequent turns begin to wear you down.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 197.4 miles from Lisbon, NY, or about 4h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 201.9 miles.
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 87 miles or 2h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 197.4 miles or 4h 20m 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 197.4 miles or 4h 20m
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 6h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Huntington, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lisbon, 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.
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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 Lisbon, NY
Aim for roughly 197 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Huntington, NY
Aim for roughly 197 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Lisbon, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 201.9 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 30
5 decision points cluster between mile 218.3 and 373.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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218.3 mi into trip|~4h 44m in|New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
9
336.5 mi into trip|~7h 1m in|NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
337.8 mi into trip|~7h 2m in|NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
8
366.9 mi into trip|~7h 42m 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
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373.5 mi into trip|~7h 52m in
Take the exit toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$64.99 one way
$129.97 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg138 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$70.27
$140.54
premium
$4.92
$76.52
$153.04
diesel
$5.61
$87.17
$174.33
Estimated Tolls: $32.64
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(201.9 mi)$10.09
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
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
$65
Tolls
$33
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$228–$338
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 138.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
118.4
1
$41.45
$18.95
Efficient EV
98.7
1
$34.55
$15.79
EV Truck/SUV
157.9
1
$55.27
$25.27
Gas CO2
138 kg
EV CO2
46 kg (67% 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
Lisbon, NY
Late night
in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
37°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Huntington, NY
Late night
in Huntington on Sunday
Local time
12:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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.
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 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
8h 28m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 367.5
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 367.5
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 367.5
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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 367.5
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...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 367.5
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 367.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a technical and engaging experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention, far removed from the monotony of a typical interstate grind. The path relies on secondary roads, requiring you to remain alert through constant changes in direction. Because the route is composed of local thoroughfares rather than high-speed corridors, your pace will remain steady but deliberate. Being behind the wheel here means prioritizing navigation and handling over simple cruising, so prepare for a drive that feels more like a hands-on journey through the New York landscape.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
60 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 201.9 mi on New York State Thruway.
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 218.3 miles in near New York State Thruway.
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 30 significant decision points across 394.8 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 218.3 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 336.5 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 337.8 miles (NJ 17): 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 Lisbon, NY and Huntington, NY, road signs point toward Genesee Street South, Boston, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.
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
•Oheka Castle — mansion in Huntington, New York, USA
•Vanderbilt Museum — museum in Suffolk county, N.Y.
•Eatons Neck Light — lighthouse in New York, United States
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 201.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 197 miles on day one.
Expect about $32.64 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 Huntington, 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 218.3 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 336.5 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 337.8 miles (NJ 17): 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 8.5 hours each way, a round trip means 17.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Huntington, NY before the return drive.
