Origin
Northville, NY
Morning in Northville on Sunday
Local time
6:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Northville, NY to Oyster Bay, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 48m
Distance
222.2 mi
358 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 35m
★
6 AM
4h 48m
8 AM
5h 15m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 55m
3 PM
4h 59m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Northville, NY
Abhishek Navlakha
Oyster Bay, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 222.2-mile drive from Northville to Oyster Bay, NY, will take approximately 4 hours and 48 minutes to complete. Designed as a single-day trip, it offers a budget-friendly option with an estimated fuel cost of $37. The route primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway, Northern Boulevard, and NJ 17. You'll experience a driving profile that involves frequent turns, making it a more engaging journey. Given its manageable distance and duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day's adventure across the Northeast region.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
111.1 miles from Northville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 142.8 mi | 2h 44m |
| Northern Boulevard | 14.5 mi | 24m |
| NJ 17 | 14.1 mi | 18m |
| Adirondack Trail | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| State Highway 30 | 6 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 30 South | 4.6 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 142.8 mi, about 2h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Northville, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
1
Start on this road
101 ft
·
9 sec
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this road
2
Turn right
36 ft
·
7 sec
3
Turn left onto Bridge Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Bridge Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto NY 30
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Adirondack Trail
5
Enter roundabout onto NY 30
149 ft
·
8 sec
·
State Highway 30 South
Toward City of Amsterdam
6
Continue on NY 30
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 30 South
Toward City of Amsterdam
7
At end of road, turn right onto NY 30; CR 155
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
State Highway 30
Use the right lane.
8
Enter roundabout onto NY 30
100 ft
·
5 sec
·
State Highway 30
9
Continue on NY 30
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
State Highway 30
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on NY 30
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Perth Road
11
Continue on NY 30
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Market Street
12
Continue on NY 30; NY 67
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Pearl Street
13
Continue on NY 30
381 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
14
Continue on NY 30
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 30
15
Turn left
398 ft
·
11 sec
16
Continue on this road
525 ft
·
14 sec
·
this road
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East
18
Merge onto I 90
25 mi
·
28 min
·
New York State Thruway
19
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, Boston
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
·
59 sec
·
NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
21
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
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I 287; NJ 17
22
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
14 mi
·
18 min
·
NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
25
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
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NJ 4
Use the right lane.
26
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
28
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
30
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Trans-Manhattan Expressway
32
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
34
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
35
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 5
Toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Continue on Clearview Expressway
457 ft
·
17 sec
·
Clearview Expressway
39
Turn left onto NY 25A
15 mi
·
24 min
·
Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
40
Turn left onto NY 106
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Jericho Oyster Bay Road
41
Turn straight onto NY 106
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Oyster Bay Road
42
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106
260 ft
·
4 sec
·
Oyster Bay Road
43
Continue on NY 106
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Pine Hollow Road
Use the left lane.
44
Continue on NY 106
105 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Street
45
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
112 ft
·
9 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
46
Continue on Berry Hill Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
Berry Hill Road
47
Arrive at destination
Berry Hill Road
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 48-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Northville to maximize your daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach the Oyster Bay area. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility to decide when and where to take a break, but keep an eye on your fuel, as the longest stretch without a significant break is over 140 miles. The significant portion of local driving means paying close attention to road signs and your GPS is crucial to avoid missing turns. A single day is sufficient for this trip, so you can focus on enjoying the journey without the need for an overnight stay.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 111.1 miles from Northville, NY, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 142.8 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 49 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.1 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
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 Northville, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Northville, NY
This is one driving day of about 222.2 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Northville, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 142.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
111 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 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 111.1 miles from Northville, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 142.8 miles.
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 265 decision points cluster between mile 15.6 and 199 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
15.6 mi into trip
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~23m in
|
NY 30; CR 155 / State Highway 30
At end of road, turn right onto NY 30; CR 155 / State Highway 30
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
50.4 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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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
168.6 mi into trip
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~3h 28m 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
170 mi into trip
|
~3h 30m in
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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
199 mi into trip
|
~4h 10m 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
$36.58 one way
$73.15 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
78 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $39.55 | $79.10 |
| premium | $4.92 | $43.07 | $86.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.06 | $98.12 |
Estimated Tolls: $29.69
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(142.8 mi)
$7.14
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
$37
Tolls
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 66.7 | 0 | $23.33 | $10.67 |
| Efficient EV | 55.6 | 0 | $19.44 | $8.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 88.9 | 1 | $31.11 | $14.22 |
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Oyster Bay, NY
Morning in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
6:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Ramapo, NY
111 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
10 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
4h 48m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 191.6
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
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...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 191.6
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 191.6
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...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 191.6
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument
National Monument
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 191.6
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 191.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a driving experience characterized by a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, with only 20% of the journey on highways. While the New York State Thruway provides a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 142.8 miles, the majority of this route involves navigating local roads with more frequent directional changes. This mix means you'll transition from faster highway speeds to more deliberate local driving, requiring consistent attention to navigation as you make your way through various communities. The road's personality shifts throughout the drive, offering a varied experience behind the wheel.
Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
47 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 142.8 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 15.6 miles in near NY 30; CR 155 / State Highway 30.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 26 significant decision points across 222.2 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 15.6 miles (NY 30; CR 155 / State Highway 30): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 168.6 miles (NY 17): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Northville, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Boston, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.
Boston
50.4 mi in
|
~1h 12m
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via New York State Thruway
Gsp South: Paterson
184.1 mi in
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~3h 48m
Fort Lee
184.1 mi in
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~3h 48m
New York
184.1 mi in
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~3h 48m
About the Cities
Arriving in Oyster Bay, NY
Full guide →Founded 1667
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
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 4h 48m. Total distance: 222.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 142.8 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $29.69 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.6 miles (NY 30; CR 155 / State Highway 30): Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 168.6 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Oyster Bay, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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