How far is Riverhead, NY from Brookhaven, NY?
Fastest route
The distance between Riverhead, New York and Brookhaven, New York 11719 is approximately 18.5 miles (30 kilometers). The fastest route at the moment, considering current traffic conditions, is via Moriches-Riverhead Rd and NY-27 W.
Directions
- 🚗 Head west on E Main St toward Roanoke Ave.
- 🔄 Turn left after Cucina 25 (on the right).
- ➡️ Slight right toward Nugent Dr.
- ➡️ Turn right onto Nugent Dr.
- ⬅️ Keep left to stay on Nugent Dr.
- ➡️ Continue onto Center Dr S.
- ➡️ Continue onto Moriches-Riverhead Rd.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚦 Use the right lane to merge onto NY-27 W via the ramp to New York.
- 🛣️ Take exit 57 S for County Rd 16/Horseblock Rd toward Brookhaven.
- 🔄 Merge onto County Rd 16/Horseblock Road.
- ➡️ Turn right onto County Rd 80 W.
- ⬅️ Slight left onto S Country Rd.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverhead and Brookhaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverhead and Brookhaven.
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Start on East Main Street
43 m · 11 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Peconic Avenue
635 ft · 17 sec · Peconic Avenue
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Turn right onto Nugent Drive
732 ft · 20 sec · Nugent Drive
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Take the exit slight left toward CR 51 south: Suffolk County Offices, Criminal/Surrogate/Family Courts, Suffolk County Community College - Riverhead Campus, East Moriches
88 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight left onto Center Drive South
1.7 mi · 3 min · Center Drive South
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Continue on East Moriches-Riverhead Road
5.3 mi · 7 min · East Moriches-Riverhead Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward NY 27 West: New York
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Sunrise Highway
8.4 mi · 12 min · Sunrise Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
652 ft · 23 sec
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Turn left onto Victory Avenue
821 ft · 19 sec · Victory Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Horseblock Road
2089 ft · 42 sec · Horseblock Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Montauk Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · Montauk Highway
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Turn left onto South Country Road
2057 ft · 50 sec · South Country Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Country Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverhead and Brookhaven.
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.
Sunrise Highway
Merge slight left onto Sunrise Highway
8.44 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny near Riverhead.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverhead to Brookhaven?
The road trip is about 18.3 miles (29.5 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
East Moriches is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.2 miles from Riverhead and 9.2 miles from Brookhaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.3 miles (26.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.61 one way or $5.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before leaving, the latest forecast around Riverhead is Mostly Sunny.
Stop Ideas Near East Moriches
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 East Moriches.
Bridgeport
Union Station
Old Saybrook station
Stamford Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverhead and Brookhaven. Straight-line distance: 16.3 mi (26.24 km).
#1 Riverhead
Town in New York
| Population | 33,434 |
| Coordinates | 40.9170400, -72.6620400 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Brookhaven
This town in Suffolk County, New York, is the most populous in the state.
| Population | 479,883 |
| Coordinates | 40.7792700, -72.9153800 |
| Altitude | 3 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Country Road (-72.915343, 40.779251)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $2.61 | $5.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $3.16 | $6.32 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $3.05 | $6.10 |
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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