Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
51.4 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Bellport, NY
Sarah O'Shea
Richmond Hill, NY
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North Bellport to Richmond Hill is 51.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 12 minutes via Sunrise Highway and Belt Parkway, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a trip primarily on surface roads, offering a straightforward commute rather than a scenic escape. It's a manageable distance for a single day, suitable for those looking to get from Point A to Point B without extensive planning.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 43.7 mi | 58m |
| Belt Parkway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 1.9 mi | 1m |
| Station Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Jamaica Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Montauk Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between North Bellport, NY and Richmond Hill, NY.
Start on CR 80
Turn right onto Station Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto NY 27
Take the exit
Merge onto BP
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on I 678
Take the exit
Turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from North Bellport, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 50.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward NY 27 West: New York
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Jamaica Avenue, Hillside Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$8.46 one way
$16.92 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
| premium | $4.92 | $9.96 | $19.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.35 | $22.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.50 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in North Bellport on Sunday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Patchy Fog
Destination
Morning in Richmond Hill on Sunday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Areas Of Fog then Chance Rain Showers
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route features a highway share of 8%, meaning most of your time will be spent on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 43.7 miles on Sunrise Highway. You'll notice the transition from highway cruising to navigating surface streets as exits become more frequent. Be prepared for urban merging and traffic patterns as you approach your destination.
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 1.1 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from North Bellport, NY to Richmond Hill, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Parkway West along the way.
Belt Parkway West
Founded 1868
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 51.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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