How far is Head of the Harbor, NY from New York City, NY?
The driving distance from Head of the Harbor, NY to New York City, NY is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Nassau County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Head of the Harbor and New York City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Head of the Harbor and New York City.
-
1
Start on Bacon Road
1855 ft · 1 min · Bacon Road
-
2
Turn straight onto Hitherbrook Road
1583 ft · 1 min · Hitherbrook Road
-
3
Turn right onto North Country Road
3.4 mi · 6 min · North Country Road
-
4
Continue on Hauppauge Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Hauppauge Road
-
5
Continue on Hauppauge Boulevard
1.5 km · 1 min · Hauppauge Boulevard
-
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto Townline Road
128 m · 9 sec · Townline Road
-
7
Keep slight left to continue on Wheeler Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Wheeler Road
-
8
Turn right onto LIE North Service Road
2816 ft · 54 sec · LIE North Service Road
-
9
Take the ramp slight left toward I 495 West: New York
1303 ft · 32 sec
-
10
Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
37.6 mi · 51 min · Long Island Expressway
-
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 278 West: Brooklyn
1.6 km · 2 min
-
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 278 West: Brooklyn, 48th Street
569 ft · 11 sec
-
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 278 West: Brooklyn
2055 ft · 32 sec
-
14
Merge slight left onto Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
2 mi · 3 min · Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
-
15
Keep slight left to continue on Williamsburg Bridge
1.1 km · 2 min · Williamsburg Bridge
-
16
Keep slight left to continue on Williamsburg Bridge
1.2 mi · 3 min · Williamsburg Bridge
-
17
Continue on Delancey Street
2472 ft · 2 min · Delancey Street
-
18
Continue on Kenmare Street
1154 ft · 1 min · Kenmare Street
-
19
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lafayette Street
1044 ft · 43 sec · Lafayette Street
-
20
Turn right onto Howard Street
155 m · 25 sec · Howard Street
-
21
Turn left onto Broadway
2418 ft · 2 min · Broadway
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Head of the Harbor and New York City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Long Island Expressway
Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
37.6 mi · 00h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Head of the Harbor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New York City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Head of the Harbor to New York City?
The road trip is about 57.7 miles (92.9 km) and usually takes 01h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
New Cassel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.5 miles from Head of the Harbor and 31.3 miles from New York City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.2 miles (74.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.18 one way or $16.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Head of the Harbor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New York City.
Stop Ideas Near New Cassel
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Flushing Town Hall
Babylon Town Hall Annex
Town of Babylon History Museum at Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to New Cassel.
New Rochelle station
Stamford Transportation Center
Yonkers station
Pennsylvania Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Head of the Harbor and New York City. Straight-line distance: 46.24 mi (74.41 km).
#1 Head of the Harbor
Village in Suffolk County, New York, United States
| Population | 1,452 |
| Coordinates | 40.9034300, -73.1578900 |
| Altitude | 37 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New York City
The most populous city in the United States and the center of the New York metropolitan area.
| Population | 8,398,748 |
| Coordinates | 40.7142700, -74.0059700 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broadway (-74.006154, 40.714356)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $8.18 | $16.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $9.14 | $18.28 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $9.92 | $19.83 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $9.58 | $19.15 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in New York · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.