Canali's Italian & American Restaurant
Around the midpoint, short detour
Schenectady, New York
Hours: 4–9 pm
+15183555323
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 37m
Distance
313.2 mi
504 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$52
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oyster Bay, NY
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Croghan, NY
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This 313.2-mile journey from Oyster Bay, NY, to Croghan, NY, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 6 hours and 37 minutes. You'll primarily be on major roadways like NY 17 and the New York State Thruway, with a smaller portion on Bea Luck Road, making it a highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $52. Given its manageable duration, this route is well-suited for a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Both your origin and destination are located within the Northeast region of the US, keeping your travel geographically consistent.
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
156.6 miles from Oyster Bay, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 18m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 117.5 mi | 2h 15m |
| New York State Thruway | 63 mi | 1h 12m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.6 mi | 23m |
| NJ 17 | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| Northern Boulevard | 13.4 mi | 22m |
| State Highway 12 | 12 mi | 16m |
| State Highway 28 | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Erwin Parkway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
Step-by-step road directions between Oyster Bay, NY and Croghan, NY.
Start on Berry Hill Road
Turn sharp left onto NY 106
Continue on NY 106
Continue on NY 106
Turn right onto NY 25A
Take the ramp
Merge onto CI
Take the exit
Merge onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 4
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on NJ 17
Continue on I 287; NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Continue on NY 169
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
Turn right onto NY 167
At end of road, turn left onto NY 169
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 28
Continue on NY 8; NY 28
Turn right onto NY 28
Turn right onto NY 12
Continue on NY 12; NY 28
Continue on NY 12
Continue on NY 12
Turn right onto Ross Road
Continue on East State Street
At end of road, turn right onto NY 812
Continue on NY 812
Turn right
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 6-hour-plus drive, consider an early morning departure from Oyster Bay to maximize daylight and avoid potential traffic. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 117.5 miles, you can plan your breaks strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on longer segments of NY 17, to ensure you don't need to detour for gas. The $52 fuel estimate is a helpful guide for budgeting, but always factor in potential price variations. Since this is a feasible one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace as needed.
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 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 69 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 156.6 miles or 3h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Croghan, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Oyster Bay, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Oyster Bay, NY
This is one driving day of about 313.2 miles and 6h 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
157 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 69 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 156.6 miles from Oyster Bay, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 117.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Schenectady, New York
Around the midpoint, short detour
Hours: 4–9 pm
+15183555323
Bellevue Cafe
Schenectady, New York
Caribe Spanish Restaurant & Sports Bar
Schenectady, New York
Top Coffee Stop
Saddle River, New Jersey
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm
+12012822300
Around the midpoint, short detour
Schenectady, New York
Hours: 4–9 pm
+15183555323
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Schenectady, New York
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+15183937720
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Schenectady, New York
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+15182806277
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Catskill, New York
Hours: 11 am–8 pm
+15189432200
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Leeds, New York
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+15189439363
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Leeds, New York
Hours: 4–9 pm
+15187193430
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Ramsey, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–4 pm
+12018255835
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Monroe, New York
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Saddle River, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm
+12012822300
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Central Valley, New York
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+18777983752
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Central Valley, New York
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18774943833
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, right off the route
Central Valley, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887800062
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Rotterdam, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Oyster Bay, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Harriman, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Fultonville, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Schenectady, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15186913119
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Oyster Bay, New York
+15166246202
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Bronx, NY
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+17184025155
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 11 am–6 pm
+17186816000
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Bronx, New York
+12129265337
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm
+17182998750
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Bronx, NY
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 17.6 and 52.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17 toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$51.55 one way
$103.11 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $55.75 | $111.49 |
| premium | $4.92 | $60.70 | $121.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $69.15 | $138.30 |
Estimated Tolls: $25.70
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
$52
Tolls
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$102–$127
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 109.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 94 | 1 | $32.89 | $15.03 |
| Efficient EV | 78.3 | 0 | $27.40 | $12.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 125.3 | 1 | $43.85 | $20.04 |
Gas CO2
110 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Destination
Afternoon in Croghan on Sunday
Local time
4:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a highway-focused drive for about 62% of this route, characterized by longer stretches of consistent speed. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 117.5 miles on NY 17, offering a good opportunity to make steady progress. While the majority of your time will be on high-speed roads, the inclusion of Bea Luck Road suggests a potential shift in scenery or road type towards the end. This profile means you'll spend a significant amount of time on well-maintained, direct routes designed for efficiency.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.6 miles in.
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 27 significant decision points across 313.2 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 17.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.1 miles: 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.
Between Oyster Bay, NY and Croghan, NY, road signs point toward Bronx, New England, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South and Gsp North - among others.
Bronx
New England
Upper Level
Njtp South: Hackensack
Gsp South
Gsp North
Newark
Mahwah
New York State Thruway North: Albany
Dolgeville
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 37m. Total distance: 313.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 37m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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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