Traveling from Shinnecock Hills to Brooklyn covers approximately 87.4 miles, a journey that typically takes about two hours depending on traffic conditions. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend around $14 on fuel for the one-way trek across the Northeast region. While the duration is manageable, the route is purely local, so prepare for a drive that requires your full attention. This is a straightforward transit between the East End and the city, perfect for those who prefer to reach their destination quickly rather than lingering on the road.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.2 miles from Shinnecock Hills, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Sunrise Highway
70.3 mi
1h 33m
Belt Parkway
4.7 mi
7m
Linden Boulevard
3.8 mi
6m
Church Avenue
1.7 mi
4m
North Conduit Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Hills Station Road
0.4 mi
1m
County Road 39
0.3 mi
<1m
McGregor Drive
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 70.3 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shinnecock Hills, NY and Brooklyn, NY.
1
Start on McGregor Drive
323 ft·20 sec·McGregor Drive
2
Turn sharp right onto Hills Station Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Hills Station Road
3
Turn left onto NY 27; CR 39
0.3 mi·32 sec·County Road 39
4
Continue on NY 27
70 mi·1 hr 33 min·Sunrise Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
6
Merge onto BP
1.8 mi·2 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
2.9 mi·4 min·Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 17WToward North Conduit AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto NY 27
0.6 mi·1 min·North Conduit Avenue
10
Turn straight onto NY 27
2.8 mi·4 min·Linden Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on NY 27
1.0 mi·1 min·Linden Boulevard
12
Turn slight left onto Church Avenue
1.7 mi·4 min·Church Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue
257 ft·8 sec·Nostrand Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Nostrand Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of this 87.4-mile path, flexibility is your greatest advantage when planning your departure. Avoid peak commuting hours to ensure your travel time stays closer to the two-hour estimate, as local roads can become congested quickly. Since there are no planned stops, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave; the $14 fuel cost is a baseline, but idling in traffic might increase your consumption. Keep your navigation system active, as the turn-heavy profile can be easy to miscalculate without guidance. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the freedom to leave whenever it suits your schedule, but staying aware of local road conditions is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in Brooklyn.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 41.2 miles from Shinnecock Hills, NY, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.3 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.2 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Shinnecock Hills, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Shinnecock Hills, NY
This is one driving day of about 82.4 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Shinnecock Hills, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Sunrise Highway for about 70.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 75.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Hills Station Road
Turn sharp right onto Hills Station Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
71.1 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
5
71.2 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|BP / Belt Parkway
Merge onto BP / Belt Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
73 mi into trip|~1h 38m in|BP / Belt Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
75.9 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit toward North Conduit Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17W
Toward North Conduit Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.56 one way
$27.13 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$14.67
$29.33
premium
$4.92
$15.97
$31.94
diesel
$5.61
$18.19
$36.39
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.7
0
$8.65
$3.96
Efficient EV
20.6
0
$7.21
$3.30
EV Truck/SUV
33
0
$11.54
$5.27
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Shinnecock Hills, NY
Afternoon
in Shinnecock Hills on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Brooklyn, NY
Afternoon
in Brooklyn on Sunday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Scattered Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
NE 3 to 8 mph33% chanceLive forecast
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
5 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
1h 54m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 82.4
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 82.4
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 82.4
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City. The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. C...
5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 82.4
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 31.2
Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 82.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through a series of local roads that demand constant focus, making the experience feel more like a series of connected segments than a singular, uninterrupted stretch. Because the highway share is 0%, your speed will be lower and the pace will be dictated by local traffic and intersections. The character of the road remains consistent throughout the 87.4-mile trip, requiring you to stay alert at every turn. It is a practical, functional drive that gets you from point A to point B without the monotony of long, straight highway miles.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.3 mi on Sunrise Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.1 miles in near Hills Station Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.4 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hills Station Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 71.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.2 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
On the drive from Shinnecock Hills, NY to Brooklyn, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Belt Parkway West along the way.
Brooklyn, the "Borough of Homes and Churches," is one of the five boroughs of New York City. It used to be a separate city, and still feels much like one. It has about 2.5 million inhabitants. If separated from the rest of New York City, Brooklyn would be the 4th most populous American city.
Brooklyn is on the westernmost point of Long Island and shares a land boundary with Queens, which partially encircles Brooklyn to the north, east and south; Manhattan lies across the East River to the west and north of Brooklyn, and Staten Island is across the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge to the southwest.
Brooklyn is enjoying a period of growth and affluence not seen since before World War II. The Brooklyn Academy of Music boasts world-class theater performances, and the nearby Barclays Center is the home of the NBA's Brooklyn Nets.
Top landmarks
•Brooklyn Bridge — bridge in New York City, crossing the East River
•Brooklyn Museum — art museum in Brooklyn, New York
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 82.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 70.3 miles on Sunrise Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Brooklyn, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Hills Station Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 71.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.2 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brooklyn, NY before heading back.
