How far is Holbrook, NY from Richmond Hill, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Holbrook, New York to Richmond Hill, Queens, NY is approximately 45.6 miles long and takes about 1 hour and 1 minute to drive. The suggested route is via I-495 W, Northern State Pkwy, and Grand Central Pkwy.
Directions
- Start by heading west on Union Ave toward Patchogue Rd/Patchogue-Holbrook Rd.
- Slightly right onto Patchogue Rd/Patchogue-Holbrook Rd.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Express Dr N/Long Island Expressway North Service Rd.
- Use the middle lane to merge onto I-495 W via the ramp to New York.
- Continue on I-495 W.
- Take exit 42 toward Northern Pkwy W/New York and merge onto Northern State Pkwy.
- Continue onto Grand Central Pkwy and take exit 17 toward 168 St/Parsons Blvd.
- Merge onto Grand Central Pkwy.
- Take Van Wyck Expy and Atlantic Ave to 120th St in Richmond Hill, Queens, NY.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance and check for any traffic updates to avoid delays.
- ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
- 🗺️ Use a navigation app or GPS device for real-time directions.
- 🕑 Consider the time of day and traffic conditions when planning your departure.
- 🚧 Be aware of any construction or road closures along the route.
- 🚙 Follow the traffic signs and signals for a safe and smooth journey.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Holbrook and Richmond Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holbrook and Richmond Hill.
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Start on Union Avenue
14 m · 1 sec · Union Avenue
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2
Turn slight right onto Patchogue-Holbrook Road
2402 ft · 1 min · Patchogue-Holbrook Road
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Turn left onto Express Drive North
70 m · 4 sec · Express Drive North
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Take the ramp straight toward I 495 west: New York
731 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Long Island Expressway
30.9 mi · 41 min · Long Island Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Searingtown Road, Shelter Rock Road
1207 ft · 29 sec
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Continue on North Service Road
1.2 km · 1 min · North Service Road
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Turn left onto Shelter Rock Road
113 m · 14 sec · Shelter Rock Road
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Take the ramp right toward N West: New York
1289 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northern State Parkway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Northern State Parkway
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Continue on Grand Central Parkway
5.3 mi · 7 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward 168th Street, Parsons Boulevard
651 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto Grand Central Parkway
1.2 mi · 3 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Turn left onto Main Street
1451 ft · 48 sec · Main Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 678 South: Van Wyck Expressway, Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
2536 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue
563 ft · 14 sec
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Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West
776 ft · 22 sec · Van Wyck Expressway West
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Turn right onto Jamaica Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Jamaica Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jamaica Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Holbrook and Richmond Hill.
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
30.9 mi · 00h 41m
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.
Sunny leaving Holbrook and Sunny near Richmond Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Holbrook to Richmond Hill?
The road trip is about 44.1 miles (70.9 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Plainview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.7 miles from Holbrook and 22.3 miles from Richmond Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.1 miles (64.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4 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 4:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.21 one way or $12.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Holbrook and Sunny near Richmond Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Plainview
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Holbrook and Richmond Hill. Straight-line distance: 40.16 mi (64.63 km).
#1 Holbrook
City in and county seat of Navajo County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 27,195 |
| Coordinates | 40.8123200, -73.0784400 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richmond Hill
A hamlet in the Town of Mount Pleasant, New York.
| Population | 98,984 |
| Coordinates | 40.6998300, -73.8312500 |
| Altitude | 18 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jamaica Avenue (-73.831286, 40.699914)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $6.21 | $12.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $6.95 | $13.89 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.53 | $15.07 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $7.28 | $14.55 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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