Trip from Salisbury, NY to Islip, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 27m

Distance

257.5 mi

414 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 15m ★

6 AM

5h 28m

8 AM

5h 55m

10 AM

5h 37m

12 PM

5h 35m

3 PM

5h 39m

5 PM

5h 53m

8 PM

5h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Salisbury, NY

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Islip, NY

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Trip Overview

This 257.5-mile journey from Salisbury, NY, to Islip, NY, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 5 hours and 27 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost of approximately $42, this trip primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway and the Southern State Parkway, though State Highway 29 also plays a role. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive feel, suggesting you'll encounter frequent directional changes rather than a straight shot. You'll be staying within the Northeast region for this entire drive, traversing familiar New York landscapes. Plan for one main stop to break up the nearly 5.5 hours on the road. This is a manageable day trip for most travelers.

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

128.8 miles from Salisbury, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
New York State Thruway	151.4 mi	2h 54m
Southern State Parkway	24.7 mi	31m
State Highway 29	18.6 mi	25m
NJ 17	14.1 mi	18m
NJ 4	6.7 mi	9m
Cross Bronx Expressway	6.6 mi	8m
Clearview Expressway	5 mi	5m
County Highway 116	4.3 mi	7m

Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 151.4 mi, about 2h 54m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Salisbury, NY and Islip, NY.

Start on CR 114

2.4 mi · 3 min · Military Road

Continue on CR 83

1.0 mi · 2 min · West State Street

Continue on NY 29

0.2 mi · 37 sec · West State Street

Continue on NY 29

19 mi · 25 min · State Highway 29

Turn right onto CR 116

2.6 mi · 3 min · County Highway 116

Turn straight onto NY 67

0.1 mi · 13 sec · State Highway 67

Turn left onto CR 116

1.8 mi · 4 min · County Highway 116

Continue on NY 334

0.5 mi · 39 sec · State Highway 334

Continue on NY 334

1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 334

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 334

2.1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 334

Continue on NY 334

0.2 mi · 30 sec · Cayadutta Street

At end of road, turn left onto NY 5

0.2 mi · 28 sec · West Main Street

Turn right onto Broadway

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Broadway

Turn left onto Park Street

0.4 mi · 57 sec · Park Street

At end of road, turn right onto NY 30A

521 ft · 14 sec · South Bridge Street

Continue on NY 30A

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Main Street

Turn left onto Riverside Drive

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Riverside Drive

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 90

Continue on this road

0.5 mi · 58 sec · this road

Merge onto I 90

33 mi · 38 min · New York State Thruway

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.

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.

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17

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.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York

Merge onto NJ 4

0.3 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4

Use the right lane.

Continue on NJ 4

6.4 mi · 8 min · NJ 4

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec

Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.7 mi · 54 sec · I 95 EXPR

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.7 mi · 6 min · Cross Bronx Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Merge onto I 295

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Throgs Neck Expressway

Continue on I 295

2.0 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 295

5.0 mi · 5 min · Clearview Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NY 24

0.7 mi · 1 min · Hollis Court Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

At end of road, turn left onto NY 24

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Jamaica Avenue

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · Hempstead Avenue

Turn right onto 225th Street

228 ft · 9 sec · 225th Street

Use the right lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge

Merge onto CI

1.3 mi · 1 min · Cross Island Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 25A Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island Use the slight left / straight lanes.

Merge onto SO

25 mi · 31 min · Southern State Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto SO

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Southern State Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 41S Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto CR 57

0.5 mi · 1 min · Bay Shore Road

Continue on CR 57

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Howells Road

Turn straight onto CR 57

341 ft · 6 sec · Sunrise Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto CR 57

0.6 mi · 1 min · Howells Road

Toward Howells Road South Use the right lane.

Continue on CR 57

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Roosevelt Street

Continue on CR 57

0.7 mi · 1 min · 3rd Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Main Street

Continue on Montauk Highway

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Montauk Highway

Continue on NY 27A

0.8 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Arrive at destination

NY 27A

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour 27-minute duration, consider an early morning departure from Salisbury, NY, to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic. While it's a one-day trip, planning for one stop is recommended; a good point might be around the halfway mark or after the 151.4-mile stretch on the New York State Thruway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition from highway to local roads, as gas station availability can vary. This route's 'turn-heavy' nature means staying attentive to navigation is key; double-checking your GPS before each significant turn will prevent backtracking and ensure a smoother drive to Islip.

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 128.8 miles from Salisbury, NY, or about 2h 41m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 151.4 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 57 miles or 1h 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 128.8 miles or 2h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, NY

This is one driving day of about 257.5 miles and 5h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 57 miles from Salisbury, 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 151.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

129 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

Schenectady, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 57 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Poughkeepsie, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.8 miles from Salisbury, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 151.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Paramus, New Jersey

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 202.4

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

1.3 mi

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Little Neck, New York

2.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 202.4

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

South Hackensack, New Jersey

3 mi

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 202.4

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 220.8

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately mile 220.8

Little Neck, New York

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 220.8

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately mile 220.8

Hollis, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13322041966

Visit website

Luigi's Restaurant And Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour Moderately mile 220.8

Queens, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+17183477136

Visit website

Sayola Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour Moderately mile 202.4

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12018712182

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 202.4

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

Lily and Liam

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 202.4

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12015675111

Visit website

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 202.4

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 55.2

Schenectady, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Ready to Golf

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 202.4

River Edge, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+16093887728

Visit website

Shooting Zone

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 202.4

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+12014401329

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 202.4

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm

+12017334359

Visit website

Catch Air Paramus

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 202.4

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12016202125

Visit website

Bowler City

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 202.4

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+12013433545

Visit website

Hackensack Riverkeeper, Inc.

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 202.4

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+12019680808

Visit website

Teaneck Creek Conservancy

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 202.4

Teaneck, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12018362403

Visit website

Xtreme Energy

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 202.4

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: Closed

+12014085555

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 32

5 decision points cluster between mile 66.2 and 252.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

66.2 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in | 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

184.3 mi into trip | ~3h 45m 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

185.7 mi into trip | ~3h 47m in | 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

214.8 mi into trip | ~4h 27m 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

252.9 mi into trip | ~5h 19m in

Take the exit toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 41S Toward Bay Shore Road South, Bay Shore

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.39 one way

$84.77 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$45.83	$91.67
premium	$4.92	$49.91	$99.82
diesel	$5.61	$56.85	$113.71

Estimated Tolls: $30.12

George Washington Bridge $16.00

New York State Thruway (151.4 mi) $7.57

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

$42

Tolls

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$98–$123

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 90.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	77.3	0	$27.04	$12.36
Efficient EV	64.4	0	$22.53	$10.30
EV Truck/SUV	103	1	$36.05	$16.48

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Salisbury, NY

Late night in Salisbury on Sunday

Local time

12:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Islip, NY

Late night in Islip on Sunday

Local time

12:42 AM

EDT

Current temp

78°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 7 to 10 mph 3% chance Live forecast

49°F

Ramapo, NY

129 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

34 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

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...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 257.5

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 varied driving experience on this route, with only 35% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 151.4 miles along the New York State Thruway, offering a period of consistent speed. However, the overall profile is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' indicating a significant portion of your time will be spent navigating more intricate roadways with frequent turns and potentially slower speeds. This blend means you'll transition between faster highway segments and more involved local road driving as you progress toward Islip.

Only 35% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

58 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 151.4 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 66.2 miles in near New York State Thruway.

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 257.5 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 66.2 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184.3 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 185.7 miles (NJ 17): 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.

Between Salisbury, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Boston, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York, Cross Island Parkway South and Southern State Parkway East - among others.

Boston

66.2 mi in | ~1h 29m | via New York State Thruway

Gsp South: Paterson

199.8 mi in | ~4h 5m

Fort Lee

199.8 mi in | ~4h 5m

New York

199.8 mi in | ~4h 5m

Cross Island Parkway South

226.2 mi in | ~4h 43m

Southern State Parkway East

227.7 mi in | ~4h 46m

Eastern Long Island

227.7 mi in | ~4h 46m

About the Cities

Arriving in Islip, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1683

Islip (pronounced "ICE-lip") is a town on Long Island in the state of New York. Located within Suffolk County, the Town of Islip includes the villages of Brightwaters, Islandia, Ocean Beach and Saltaire. It also includes numerous hamlets including Bay Shore and Sayville which are ferry terminals for Fire Island. Other prominent communities are Bayport, Brentwood, Central Islip, Hauppauge, Islip village (the town seat), and Ronkonkoma.

Top landmarks

• Bayport Aerodrome — airport in Suffolk County, New York, United States
• Connetquot River State Park Preserve — state park in New York
• Modesty — oyster-dredging sloop built in Long Island

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 5h 27m. Total distance: 257.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 151.4 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $30.12 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 Islip, 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.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant 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 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 10.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Islip, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Salisbury, NY to Islip, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Chuck E. Cheese

Marimba Cafe

Chuck E. Cheese

Hainan

Lima 33 Restaurant

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

Luigi's Restaurant And Bar

Sayola Restaurant

Marimba Cafe

Lily and Liam

Wonderland Play and Party

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ViaLynk Charging Station

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Lynkwell Charging Station

Ready to Golf

Shooting Zone

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

Catch Air Paramus

Bowler City

Hackensack Riverkeeper, Inc.

Teaneck Creek Conservancy

Xtreme Energy

Heads-up: tricky spots

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Salisbury, NY

Islip, NY

Same local time

34 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 27m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Federal Hall National Memorial

Fire Island National Seashore

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