How far is Oyster Bay, NY from Pelham, NY?

The driving distance from Oyster Bay, NY to Pelham, NY is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
27.63 mi
00h 47m
Flight
14.73 mi
23.7 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
14.73 mi
Kilometers
23.7 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
27.63 mi
Kilometers
44.47 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Pelham
Sun, Apr 19, 4:02 AM EDT
Return by in Oyster Bay
Sun, Apr 19, 4:49 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Oyster Bay
2026-04-19T03:15
Arrive Pelham
Sun, Apr 19, 4:02 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Oyster Bay
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
University Gardens
NY

Census-designated place in Nassau County, New York

From Oyster Bay
13.8 mi
00h 23m
To Pelham
13.9 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Sunday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 14 mph W
Destination
57°F
Sunday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 16 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Oyster Bay and Pelham.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Oyster Bay and Pelham.

  1. 1

    Start on Berry Hill Road

    88 m · 21 sec · Berry Hill Road

  2. 2

    Turn sharp left onto South Street

    131 m · 9 sec · South Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Pine Hollow Road

    1.4 km · 1 min · Pine Hollow Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Oyster Bay Road

    1.2 km · 1 min · Oyster Bay Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Northern Boulevard

    13.4 mi · 23 min · Northern Boulevard

  6. 6

    Take the ramp right toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge

    1178 ft · 29 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Cross Island Parkway

    2.3 mi · 3 min · Cross Island Parkway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England

    2905 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Bridge

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge

  10. 10

    Continue on Throgs Neck Expressway

    1.1 km · 1 min · Throgs Neck Expressway

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on Throgs Neck Expressway

    1.8 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Expressway

  12. 12

    Merge slight right onto Bruckner Expressway

    1 mi · 2 min · Bruckner Expressway

  13. 13

    Continue on New England Thruway

    1074 ft · 18 sec · New England Thruway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Hutchinson Parkway North

    131 m · 15 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight left to continue on Hutchinson River Parkway North

    912 ft · 31 sec

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto Hutchinson River Parkway

    2.9 mi · 4 min · Hutchinson River Parkway

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right

    157 m · 16 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Wolfs Lane

    2777 ft · 1 min · Wolfs Lane

  19. 19

    Turn right onto Pelhamwood Avenue

    535 ft · 19 sec · Pelhamwood Avenue

  20. 20

    Turn right

    47 m · 11 sec

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Oyster Bay and Pelham.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
21 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
4 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
76.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Northern Boulevard
13.4 mi · 48%
Hutchinson River Parkway
3.02 mi · 11%
Throgs Neck Expressway
2.48 mi · 9%
Cross Island Parkway
2.29 mi · 8%
Throgs Neck Bridge
1.84 mi · 7%
Bruckner Expressway
1 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Northern Boulevard

Turn right onto Northern Boulevard

13.4 mi · 00h 23m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+13 mi
14.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
University Gardens
00h 23m from Oyster Bay
Leave By
4:56 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving Oyster Bay and Showers And Thunderstorms near Pelham.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Oyster Bay to Pelham?

The road trip is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?

University Gardens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.8 miles from Oyster Bay and 13.9 miles from Pelham.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 14.7 miles (23.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 4:56 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.89 one way or $7.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Oyster Bay and Showers And Thunderstorms near Pelham.

Stop Ideas Near University Gardens

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around University Gardens and the surrounding midpoint area.
Radio City Music Hall
Scenic stop 12.8 mi away

Radio City Music Hall

New York , NY
1260 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020, United States
Rating 4.7/5 17,642 reviews Tourist attraction,Concert hall,Live music venue,Performing arts theater
City Hall Barber Shop
Practical stop 14.5 mi away

City Hall Barber Shop

New York , NY
111 Worth St, New York, NY 10013
Rating 4.4/5 101 reviews Barber shop,Watch repair service
New Rochelle City Clerk
Meeting point 10.6 mi away

New Rochelle City Clerk

New Rochelle , NY
515 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801
Rating 4.4/5 7 reviews City clerk's office,City government office
Town Hall
Nearby stop 13.1 mi away

Town Hall

New York , NY
123 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036
Rating 4.5/5 1,405 reviews Performing arts theater,Auditorium

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to University Gardens.

RAIL

New Rochelle station

16 mi away
1 Railroad Plaza
RAIL

Pennsylvania Station

23 mi away
8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street
RAIL

Yonkers station

23 mi away
5 Buena Vista Ave.
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

34 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Oyster Bay and Pelham. Straight-line distance: 14.73 mi (23.7 km).

Oyster Bay

#1 Oyster Bay

Town on Long Island, New York, United States

Population296,592
Coordinates40.8656500, -73.5320700
Altitude14
CountryUnited States
Pelham

#2 Pelham

Town in Westchester County, New York and Bronx County, New York, United States

Population6,917
Coordinates40.9098200, -73.8079100
Altitude22
CountryUnited States
Start: Oyster Bay (-73.53207, 40.86565)
End: Pelham (-73.80791, 40.90982)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 44 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 55m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 41m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 33m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 23m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 20m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.97 gal
3.69 L · about $3.89
Round trip
$7.78
1.94 gal · 7.38 L
Estimated CO2
8.6 kg one way
Round trip: 17.2 kg / 38 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.01 $3.89 $7.78
Mid-grade $4.48 $4.35 $8.69
Premium $4.86 $4.72 $9.43
Diesel $4.69 $4.55 $9.11

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

There is no time difference between Oyster Bay and Pelham. The current time is 03:15:09.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.