How far is Nesconset, NY from Southold, NY?
The driving distance from Nesconset, NY to Southold, NY is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
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 Suffolk County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Nesconset and Southold.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nesconset and Southold.
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Start on Lake Avenue South
18 m · 6 sec · Lake Avenue South
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Turn right onto Nesconset Highway
6.2 mi · 7 min · Nesconset Highway
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Continue on Nesconset-Port Jefferson Highway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Nesconset-Port Jefferson Highway
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Continue on Nesconset Highway
1138 ft · 22 sec · Nesconset Highway
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Continue on Route 25A EAST, Mount Sinai, Wading River
8.1 mi · 14 min
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Turn straight onto Route 25A
1.7 mi · 3 min · Route 25A
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Continue on NY-25A
1.3 mi · 2 min · NY-25A
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Turn left onto Sound Avenue
14.9 mi · 25 min · Sound Avenue
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Continue on Middle Road
8.8 mi · 13 min · Middle Road
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Take the exit right toward Southold
71 m · 13 sec
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Turn slight right onto Youngs Avenue
2820 ft · 1 min · Youngs Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Youngs Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Nesconset and Southold.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Sound Avenue
Turn left onto Sound Avenue
14.9 mi · 00h 25m
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 Nesconset and Sunny near Southold.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Nesconset to Southold?
The road trip is about 47.7 miles (76.8 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Baiting Hollow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22 miles from Nesconset and 25.7 miles from Southold.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40.7 miles (65.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.47 one way or $14.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Nesconset and Sunny near Southold.
Stop Ideas Near Baiting Hollow
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Baiting Hollow.
Union Station
Bridgeport
Old Saybrook station
Wallingford station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Nesconset and Southold. Straight-line distance: 40.72 mi (65.54 km).
#1 Nesconset
Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York
| Population | 13,387 |
| Coordinates | 40.8520400, -73.1540000 |
| Altitude | 36 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Southold
Town in New York
| Population | 22,282 |
| Coordinates | 41.0648200, -72.4262000 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: Youngs Avenue (-72.426265, 41.064797)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.45 | $7.47 | $14.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $9.04 | $18.08 |
| Diesel | $6.51 | $10.94 | $21.87 |
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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