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Trip from Mastic, NY to Mount Vernon, 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 34m
Distance
64.4 mi
104 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mastic, NY
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Mount Vernon, NY
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Trip Overview
This 67.4-mile drive from Mastic, NY, to Mount Vernon, NY, is estimated to take about 1 hour and 30 minutes. With no highway driving, expect a more local feel throughout the journey. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, with a modest fuel cost of around $11. It's a straightforward drive within the Northeast region, making it an easy connection between two points in New York. Consider this a manageable excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay, offering a direct path to your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.2 miles from Mastic, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Long Island Expressway | 41.4 mi | 55m |
| Horseblock Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Montauk Highway | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Cross Island Parkway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Throgs Neck Bridge | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Fulton Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 41.4 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mastic, NY and Mount Vernon, NY.
1
Start on Mastic Boulevard
508 ft
·
16 sec
·
Mastic Boulevard
2
Turn right onto Pershing Street
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
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Pershing Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 80
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Montauk Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto CR 16
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Horseblock Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left onto Express Drive North
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Express Drive North
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 495 WEST: New York
7
Merge onto I 495
41 mi
·
55 min
·
Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 31N-S
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 31N
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto CI
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 295
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
13
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 95
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
16
Continue on I 95
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
New England Thruway
17
Take the exit
430 ft
·
14 sec
Exit 9
Toward Hutchinson Parkway North
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Merge onto HR
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 1: Pelham Manor
21
Keep slight left at fork
264 ft
·
14 sec
Toward US 1 South: Shopping Center, Saint Paul's Church
Use the left / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Boston Post Road
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Pelham Parkway
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Pelham Parkway
24
Continue on South Fulton Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Fulton Avenue
25
Turn left onto East 1st Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
East 1st Street
26
Turn right onto Gramatan Avenue
361 ft
·
13 sec
·
Gramatan Avenue
27
Turn right onto East Prospect Avenue
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Prospect Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
East Prospect Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 30-minute duration, this drive is best tackled in one day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic congestion common on local roads. Since there are no designated stops and the highway share is zero, plan for brief breaks as needed, perhaps when you notice a convenient spot. The estimated fuel cost of $11 suggests this is an economical trip. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to posted speed limits and turn signals, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive demands constant awareness of your surroundings and road changes.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 32.2 miles from Mastic, NY, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.2 miles or 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 1h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mount Vernon, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Mastic, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mastic, NY
This is one driving day of about 64.4 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Mastic, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Long Island Expressway for about 41.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.2 miles from Mastic, 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Fred R. Harrison Service Complex
1.6 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.6 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 50 and 62 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
50 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport
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.
Exit 31N-S
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge,...
10
50.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 31N
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...
8
53.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
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.
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
8
56.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 North: New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
9
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 1 South: Shopping Center, Saint Paul's Church
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward US 1 South: Shopping Center, Saint Paul'...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.60 one way
$21.20 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $11.46 | $22.93 |
| premium | $4.92 | $12.48 | $24.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.22 | $28.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
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
$11
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Origin
Mastic, NY
Morning in Mastic on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mount Vernon, NY
Morning in Mount Vernon on Tuesday
Local time
6:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
North Hills, NY
32 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
18 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
1h 34m 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.
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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 57.7
View on nps.gov
Fire Island National Seashore
National Seashore
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 6.7
View on nps.gov
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...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 57.7
View on nps.gov
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...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 57.7
View on nps.gov
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...
13 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 57.7
View on nps.gov
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...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 57.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of local roads rather than cruising on highways. With a 0% highway share, the entire 67.4 miles will likely involve frequent turns and varying speed limits as you pass through different communities. There isn't a 'longest stretch' indicated, suggesting a continuous engagement with local traffic and intersections. Expect the road to evolve as you move from the starting point in Mastic, following roads like Pershing Street and Montauk Highway, before transitioning towards your destination in Mount Vernon.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.4 mi on Long Island Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Horseblock Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50 miles in.
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 64.4 miles you will encounter 23 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 50 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Mastic, NY and Mount Vernon, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Hutchinson Parkway North and Hutchinson River Parkway North.
Kennedy Airport
50 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Cross Island Parkway North
50.2 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Bronx
53.6 mi in
|
~1h 15m
New England
53.6 mi in
|
~1h 15m
Hutchinson Parkway North
59.7 mi in
|
~1h 25m
Hutchinson River Parkway North
59.8 mi in
|
~1h 25m
About the Cities
Arriving in Mount Vernon, NY
Full guide →Founded 1892
Mount Vernon is a city in Westchester County in New York.
Top landmarks
- • Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site — national Historic Site of the United States
- • Trinity Episcopal Church Complex — church building in Mount Vernon, New York, United States
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 1h 34m. Total distance: 64.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.4 miles on Long Island Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Throgs Neck 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.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Mount Vernon, 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 50 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, Fire Island National Seashore and General Grant 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 Mount Vernon, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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