Triplets Family Restaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
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 9m
Distance
298.2 mi
480 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
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.
West Monroe, NY
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Oyster Bay, NY
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This 298.2-mile drive from West Monroe, NY, to Oyster Bay, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 6 hours and 9 minutes to complete. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 64% of the journey on major interstates like I 81 and I 380, along with the Keystone Shortway. Expect a fuel cost of around $49 for this trip. With only one recommended stop, it's a straightforward journey through the Northeast region, making it perfectly manageable as a day trip. The experience is primarily about covering distance efficiently, so plan for a day where the focus is on reaching your destination.
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
149.1 miles from West Monroe, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 58m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 146.2 mi | 2h 54m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Northern Boulevard | 14.5 mi | 24m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| I 84 | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| State Route 49 | 3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between West Monroe, NY and Oyster Bay, NY.
Start on CR 11
Turn right onto NY 49
Continue on NY 49
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I-81
Continue on I 81
Continue on I-81
Continue on I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
Continue on I 84; I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right
Turn straight onto CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
Merge onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Continue on I 295
Take the exit
Continue on Clearview Expressway
Turn left onto NY 25A
Turn left onto NY 106
Turn straight onto NY 106
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 106
Continue on NY 106
Continue on NY 106
Turn right onto Berry Hill Road
Continue on Berry Hill Road
Arrive at destination
For this approximately 6-hour drive covering 298.2 miles, consider an early morning departure from West Monroe, NY, to maximize your daylight and arrive in Oyster Bay with ample time. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimate of $49, you can plan your breaks strategically. Given the highway-focused nature, be mindful of the longest stretch of 146.2 miles on I 81 and ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on it. This route is well-suited for a single-day journey, so you have flexibility in when you choose to depart and how often you decide to pull over for a quick rest.
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 66 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.1 miles or 2h 58m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oyster Bay, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving West Monroe, 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 West Monroe, NY
This is one driving day of about 298.2 miles and 6h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
149 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 149.1 miles from West Monroe, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.2 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
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Fusion 27 restaurant and catering services
Totowa, New Jersey
Top Coffee Stop
Syracuse, New York
Near the start, short detour
Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm
+13154358511
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Totowa, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm
+19735955595
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Fair Lawn, New Jersey
Hours: 4–9 pm
+12017970500
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
College Point, New York
Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm
+13473684407
Visit websiteNear the end, ~10 min detour
Flushing, New York
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19175637223
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Glen Rock, New Jersey
Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm
+12013893535
Visit websiteLater in the drive, ~12 min detour
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19732993399
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Syracuse, New York
Hours: 10 am–4:30 pm
+13154358511
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Montclair, New Jersey
Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm
+19733586543
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Rockaway, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18334662474
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Oyster Bay, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18889982546
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Denville, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Dover, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18668167584
Visit websiteNear the start, right off the route
Syracuse, New York
Hours: 9:30 am–5 pm
+13154259068
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Oyster Bay, New York
+15166246202
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Syracuse, New York
Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm
+13159884001
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Syracuse, New York
Hours: 11 am–7 pm
+13154667700
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Syracuse, New York
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+13152165833
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Liverpool, New York
Hours: 10 am–4 pm
+13154536767
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Liverpool, New York
Hours: 5–10 pm
+13154536712
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~11 min detour
Cortland, New York
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+18663763907
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 275.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 81 South
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Regular Gas
$49.09 one way
$98.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $53.08 | $106.15 |
| premium | $4.92 | $57.80 | $115.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $65.84 | $131.68 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
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
$49
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$97–$122
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.5 | 1 | $31.31 | $14.31 |
| Efficient EV | 74.6 | 0 | $26.09 | $11.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.3 | 1 | $41.75 | $19.08 |
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 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 West Monroe on Sunday
Local time
4:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Oyster Bay on Sunday
Local time
4:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
49°F
Ramapo, NY
149 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
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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The majority of this 6-hour, 9-minute trip is on highways, accounting for 64% of the total mileage. You'll experience long stretches of consistent driving, including one segment of 146.2 miles on I 81. The profile of this drive is highway-focused, meaning you'll spend most of your time on fast-paced interstates. While this allows for steady progress, be prepared for a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over varied scenery. The roads will generally be well-maintained and designed for sustained travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 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 26 significant decision points across 298.2 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 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 150.8 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 265.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Monroe, NY and Oyster Bay, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.
Mt Pocono
Milford
New York City
Leonia
Teaneck
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
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 9m. Total distance: 298.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 9m 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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