Origin
Lloyd Harbor, NY
Morning in Lloyd Harbor on Tuesday
Local time
9:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lloyd Harbor, NY to New York City, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lloyd Harbor, NY
Scott Foltz
New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Lloyd Harbor into the heart of New York City, you are looking at a manageable 39-mile journey. Under normal traffic conditions, this drive takes approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. You will navigate a mix of local roads like West Neck Road, transitioning onto Northern Boulevard and the Long Island Expressway. With a fuel budget of just $6, this is a very cost-effective way to transition from the quiet of the Northeast suburbs into the city. Since the entire trip is relatively short, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. It is a straightforward route that connects the suburban landscape directly to the urban core.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 13.6 mi | 18m |
| Northern Boulevard | 12 mi | 18m |
| West Neck Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Brooklyn-Queens Expressway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Williamsburg Bridge | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Lawrence Hill Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Searingtown Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Delancey Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 13.6 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lloyd Harbor, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on School Lane
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
School Lane
2
At end of road, turn left onto West Neck Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
West Neck Road
3
Turn right onto NY 25A
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Main Street
4
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 25A
267 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
5
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Hill Road
6
Continue on Lawrence Hill Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Lawrence Hill Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto NY 25A
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto Searingtown Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Searingtown Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto North Service Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Service Road
Use the right lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 495 West: New York
11
Merge onto I 495
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17W
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 278
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Williamsburg Bridge
Exit 32A
Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Williamsburg Bridge
Use the slight left lane.
18
Continue on Delancey Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Delancey Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on Kenmare Street
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Kenmare Street
20
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Lafayette Street
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto Howard Street
510 ft
·
24 sec
·
Howard Street
22
Turn left onto Broadway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
23
Arrive at destination
Broadway
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 19.5 miles from Lloyd Harbor, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 18.3 and 38.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
18.3 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
North Service Road
Turn right onto North Service Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
32.2 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17W
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
7
33.3 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
9
35.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Williamsburg Bridge
Keep slight left at fork onto Williamsburg Bridge toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 32A
Toward Williamsburg Bridge, Manhattan
7
38.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
Lafayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.42 one way
$12.84 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.56 | $15.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 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 | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
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
New York City, NY
Morning in New York City on Tuesday
Local time
9:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
E 6 to 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
49°F
North Hills, NY
20 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 7m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning between suburban local roads and major thoroughfares. You will spend roughly 40% of your time on highways, providing a balanced experience that is neither entirely rural nor purely an interstate grind. The Long Island Expressway serves as the backbone of the trip, featuring the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.6 miles. Expect the character of the road to shift as you move away from the local residential feel of Lloyd Harbor and merge into the higher-speed flow of the expressway. Staying alert is key as you navigate the transition from slower-paced local streets to the heavier traffic volumes closer to the city.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.6 mi on Long Island Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.3 miles in near North Service Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39 miles you will encounter 17 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 18.3 miles (North Service Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
236 ft
17 ft
Total Climb
413 ft
Total Descent
514 ft
Highest Point
236 ft
~8.1 mi in
Elevation Range
219 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lloyd Harbor, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Manhattan along the way.
Manhattan
35.6 mi in
|
~58m
|
via Williamsburg Bridge
About the Cities
Starting in Lloyd Harbor, NY
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Huntington Harbor Light — lighthouse in New York, United States
- • Fort Hill Estate — historic house in New York, United States
Arriving in New York City, NY
Full guide →“The City That Never Sleeps” · Founded 1624
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation. From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
- • Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
- • National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
- • Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This 39-mile drive is a perfect same-day round trip, easily doable in under 1.5 hours of driving time. You'll have plenty of time to explore NYC without feeling rushed.
Family Friendly
While short at 39 miles, the extreme navigation complexity (10/10) might make this a stressful drive with kids in tow. Consider breaking up the journey if you're not used to intense urban driving.
Solo Traveler
At just 39 miles and 1 hour, this is a quick and easy drive for a solo traveler. The high complexity rating (10/10) might be engaging if you enjoy navigating busy city traffic.
EV Driver
This 39-mile trip is well within the range of most EVs on a single charge, so you shouldn't need to worry about finding chargers. Just ensure your car is fully charged before you leave Lloyd Harbor.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.6 miles on Long Island Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 New York City, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 18.3 miles (North Service Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 33.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New York City, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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