Origin
Wyandanch, NY
Evening in Wyandanch on Sunday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wyandanch, NY to Richmond Hill, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wyandanch, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Richmond Hill, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 30.7-mile drive from Wyandanch, NY to Richmond Hill, NY is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 43 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. The route primarily utilizes major parkways, with 84% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $5, this is a budget-friendly option for a quick regional hop within New York. The general feel is one of efficient transit, connecting two points in the Northeast region. You won't need to worry about overnight stays for this short distance; it's a simple point-to-point journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern State Parkway | 19.9 mi | 25m |
| Belt Parkway | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Straight Path | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Van Wyck Expressway | 1.9 mi | 1m |
| Jamaica Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Mc Cue Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Washington Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 19.9 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyandanch, NY and Richmond Hill, NY.
1
Start on CR 2
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Straight Path
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn sharp left onto Washington Avenue
200 ft
·
14 sec
·
Washington Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto Mc Cue Avenue
222 ft
·
9 sec
·
Mc Cue Avenue
4
Turn straight onto CR 2
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Straight Path
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward SO West
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto SO
20 mi
·
25 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on BP
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Belt Parkway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto BP
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Belt Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto BP
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Belt Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
13
Continue on I 678
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 6
Toward Jamaica Avenue, Hillside Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
Jamaica Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 29.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Washington Avenue
Turn sharp left onto Washington Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
23.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
BP / Belt Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto BP / Belt Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
26.3 mi into trip
|
~35m 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.
8
26.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge
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 19
Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whites...
8
29.7 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Jamaica Avenue, Hillside Avenue
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 6
Toward Jamaica Avenue, Hillside Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.05 one way
$10.11 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.46 | $10.93 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.95 | $11.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Richmond Hill, NY
Evening in Richmond Hill on Sunday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 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
43m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, as 84% of the route consists of parkway and highway travel. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Southern State Parkway, including a continuous stretch of 19.9 miles on this main artery. The roads are designed for consistent speed, making for a relatively uninterrupted journey. While it’s largely a highway experience, the route transitions between the Southern State Parkway and the Belt Parkway, offering a sense of progression as you move through the landscape.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.9 mi on Southern State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Belt Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Washington Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Washington Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): 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.
On the drive from Wyandanch, NY to Richmond Hill, NY, road signs begin pointing toward So West along the way.
So West
2.4 mi in
|
~5m
About the Cities
Arriving in Richmond Hill, NY
Full guide →Founded 1868
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 43m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.9 miles on Southern State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza 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 Richmond Hill, 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 0.2 miles (Washington Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.9 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (BP / Belt Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Federal Hall National Memorial and Gateway National Recreation Area (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 Richmond Hill, NY before heading back.
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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