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Trip from Oyster Bay, NY to Lisbon, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 18m
Distance
382.7 mi
616 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
33 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
8h 11m
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6 AM
8h 19m
8 AM
8h 34m
10 AM
8h 24m
12 PM
8h 22m
3 PM
8h 25m
5 PM
8h 33m
8 PM
8h 14m
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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Lisbon, NY
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Trip Overview
Oyster Bay, NY to Lisbon, NY is 382.7 miles and takes about 8h 18m via NY 17 and the New York State Thruway, with a fuel budget near $62 and enough daylight to finish in a day, though an overnight stay is recommended. This trip stays within New York, taking you from the Northeast region towards its northern reaches. With a recommended two days for the drive, you'll experience a mix of highway cruising and surface road travel. It's a practical option for getting between these two points without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
191.3 miles from Oyster Bay, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 117.5 mi | 2h 15m |
| New York State Thruway | 63 mi | 1h 12m |
| State Highway 812 | 28.2 mi | 33m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.6 mi | 23m |
| Indian River Road | 16.1 mi | 19m |
| NJ 17 | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| Northern Boulevard | 13.4 mi | 22m |
| State Highway 12 | 12 mi | 16m |
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 117.5 mi, about 2h 15m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 13 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~4,026 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~1,234 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
3.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 21 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oyster Bay, NY and Lisbon, NY.
1
Start on Berry Hill Road
288 ft
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21 sec
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Berry Hill Road
2
Turn sharp left onto NY 106
429 ft
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9 sec
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South Street
3
Continue on NY 106
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Pine Hollow Road
4
Continue on NY 106
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Oyster Bay Road
5
Turn right onto NY 25A
13 mi
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22 min
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Northern Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
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28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto CI
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
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1 min
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 295
1.8 mi
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3 min
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Throgs Neck Bridge
10
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
6.6 mi
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8 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
Toward Upper Level
13
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.6 mi
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59 sec
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
14
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
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48 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.6 mi
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39 sec
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I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
0.1 mi
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8 sec
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I 95 EXPR; NJTP
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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22 sec
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
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23 sec
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto NJ 4
6.7 mi
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9 min
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NJ 4
Use the slight right lane.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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26 sec
Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah
Use the straight lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
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36 sec
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto NJ 17
3.3 mi
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4 min
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NJ 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on NJ 17
7.3 mi
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9 min
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NJ 17
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on NJ 17
0.7 mi
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50 sec
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NJ 17
25
Continue on NJ 17
3.3 mi
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4 min
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NJ 17
26
Continue on I 287; NY 17
0.2 mi
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10 sec
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I 287; NY 17
27
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 17
118 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
NY 17
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State Thruway North: Albany
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
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New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 29A
Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
Use the slight right lane.
30
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
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54 sec
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this road
31
Continue on NY 169
1.9 mi
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2 min
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NY 169
32
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
0.7 mi
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1 min
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NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
33
Turn right onto NY 167
0.3 mi
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36 sec
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South Ann Street
34
At end of road, turn left onto NY 169
9.7 mi
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15 min
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West Monroe Street
35
Continue on NY 28
3.2 mi
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4 min
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State Highway 28
36
Continue on NY 28
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
37
Continue on NY 28
2.5 mi
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3 min
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State Highway 28
38
Continue on NY 28
1.4 mi
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2 min
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South Main Street
39
Continue on NY 8; NY 28
0.7 mi
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1 min
·
State Highway 8
40
Turn right onto NY 28
6.0 mi
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8 min
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State Highway 28
41
Turn right onto NY 12
11 mi
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15 min
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State Highway 12
42
Continue on NY 12; NY 28
9.7 mi
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11 min
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Erwin Parkway
43
Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
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State Highway 12
44
Continue on NY 12
20 mi
·
23 min
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Bea Luck Road
45
Turn right onto Ross Road
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Ross Road
46
Continue on East State Street
1.5 mi
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3 min
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East State Street
47
At end of road, turn right onto NY 812
8.4 mi
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10 min
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State Highway 812
48
Continue on NY 812
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
49
Continue on NY 812
16 mi
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19 min
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Indian River Road
50
At end of road, turn right onto NY 3; NY 812
2.9 mi
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4 min
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State Route 3
51
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
52
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.4 mi
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59 sec
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State Street
53
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.3 mi
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38 sec
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State Highway 812
54
Continue on NY 812
7.9 mi
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9 min
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State Highway 812
55
Continue on NY 812
2.1 mi
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2 min
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Balmat-Fowler Road
56
Turn left onto NY 58; NY 812
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 58
57
Continue on NY 58; NY 812
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
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William Street
58
Turn right onto US 11; NY 812
11 mi
·
13 min
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East Main Street
59
Continue on NY 812
11 mi
·
13 min
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State Highway 812
60
Continue on NY 812
0.5 mi
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34 sec
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South State Street
61
Turn right onto West Lisbon Street
0.5 mi
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2 min
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West Lisbon Street
62
Continue on County Road 10
3.8 mi
·
9 min
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County Road 10
63
Continue on Lisbon-Flackville Road
1.3 mi
·
4 min
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Lisbon-Flackville Road
64
Keep slight right at fork onto Lisbon-Flackville Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
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Lisbon-Flackville Road
65
Continue on County Road 10
1.8 mi
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6 min
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County Road 10
66
Turn left onto Church Street
0.2 mi
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55 sec
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Church Street
67
Arrive at destination
Church Street
Trip Plan
Given the 8h 18m estimated drive time, splitting this trip over two days is a sensible approach. Consider departing early on your first day to cover a significant portion, perhaps aiming to reach a stopping point around the halfway mark or slightly beyond. This allows for more relaxed driving and a full day for the second leg. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the surface road portions, and plan your stops accordingly. A good tip for this route is to be aware that NY 17 can have varied traffic conditions depending on the season and day of the week.
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 drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 191.3 miles from Oyster Bay, NY, or about 3h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 117.5 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 84 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 191.3 miles or 3h 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 191.3 miles or 3h 58m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lisbon, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oyster Bay, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oyster Bay, NY
Aim for roughly 191 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Lisbon, NY
Aim for roughly 191 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Oyster Bay, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 117.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
191 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Nassau, NYOvernight Options
Night 1
191 mi · about 4.2h in
A practical overnight split lands near Nassau, NY after about 191 miles or 4.2 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 191.3 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.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 191 miles or 4.2 hours on the road.
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.
Sloatsburg Service Area
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Iroquois Travel Plaza
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I-90 Eastbound Parking/Rest Area
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I-90 Westbound Parking/Rest Area
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Rest Area I-87 (South Bound)
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Plattkill Service Area
0 mi from route
Malden Service Area
0.1 mi from route
Modena Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Mohawk Valley Welcome Center
0.1 mi from route
Indian Castle Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pattersonville Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Guilderland Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Ulster Travel Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Modena Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Mohawk Travel Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Rest Area
0.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.9 mi from route
Plaza 23 Truck Stop
1.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.6 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 325 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.
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17.6 mi into trip
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~29m 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
29.8 mi into trip
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~47m in
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
9
30.1 mi into trip
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~48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 72A
Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus
8
37.1 mi into trip
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~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah
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52.2 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
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NY 17
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
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 87 North, NY 17 North, New York State...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$62.20 one way
$124.39 round trip
$4.13/gal
25.4 MPG avg
134 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $67.32 | $134.64 |
| premium | $4.87 | $73.32 | $146.63 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $81.41 | $162.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $25.70
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New York State Thruway
(63 mi)
$3.15
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
$62
Tolls
$26
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$218–$328
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 133.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
EV Charging Along Route
33 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Electric Vehicle Charge Point
New York, New York
Other
1 DCFC
Renewable Grid
Glen Cove, New York
Other
1 DCFC
Red E Charging Station
Glen Cove, New York
Other
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Newburgh, New York
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Applegreen Electric Charging Station
Pattersonville, New York
Other
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Amsterdam, New York
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Quick Charge Charging Station
Amsterdam, New York
Quick Charge
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Mahwah, New Jersey
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Other: 14
ChargePoint: 8
Tesla: 3
EV Connect: 2
Blink: 2
Quick Charge: 1
Rivian: 1
Electrify America: 1
ViaLynk: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 114.8 | 1 | $40.18 | $18.37 |
| Efficient EV | 95.7 | 1 | $33.49 | $15.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 153.1 | 1 | $53.58 | $24.49 |
Gas CO2
134 kg
EV CO2
45 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Oyster Bay, NY
Late night in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
2:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Rain Showers
E 8 to 12 mph
98% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 8:05PM EDT until April 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Lisbon, NY
Late night in Lisbon on Sunday
Local time
2:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 2 to 6 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 8:05PM EDT until April 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
40°F
Nassau, NY
191 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
8h 18m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 26.4
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
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 26.4
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 26.4
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 26.4
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 26.4
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 26.4
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 covers 382.7 miles, with 58% of it on highways. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch of 117.5 miles on NY 17, which will feel like steady progress. After the New York State Thruway and State Highway 812, expect the profile to shift to mostly surface roads for the remainder of your trip. This transition means you'll likely notice a change in speed and traffic patterns.
Only 58% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
67 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 117.5 mi on NY 17.
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 17.6 miles in.
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 32 significant decision points across 382.7 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.
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 Oyster Bay, NY and Lisbon, NY, road signs point toward Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South, Gsp North, Newark and Mahwah - among others.
Upper Level
27.3 mi in
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~43m
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via I 95; US 1
Njtp South: Hackensack
29.8 mi in
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~47m
Gsp South
36.9 mi in
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~57m
Gsp North
36.9 mi in
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~57m
Newark
36.9 mi in
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~57m
Mahwah
36.9 mi in
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~57m
New York State Thruway North: Albany
52.2 mi in
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~1h 17m
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via NY 17
Dolgeville
232.6 mi in
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~4h 45m
About the Cities
Starting 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
Arriving in Lisbon, NY
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Solo Traveler
8h 18m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 117.5 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 191 miles on day one.
Expect about $25.70 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.
Yes — we found about 25 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 Lisbon, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 25 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.3 hours each way, a round trip means 16.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lisbon, NY before the return drive.
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, NREL for EV charging, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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