How far is West Sayville, NY from Brooklyn, NY?

Fastest route

The distance between West Sayville, New York, and Brooklyn, New York is approximately 49.5 miles (79.6 kilometers). The suggested route takes around 1 hour and 17 minutes. Below are the directions to follow:

Directions

  1. Head west on Main St/Montauk Hwy toward Rollstone Ave.
  2. Continue to follow Montauk Hwy, passing by Chase Bank on the right in 1.3 mi.
  3. Take the ramp to New York.
  4. Follow Southern State Pkwy and Belt Pkwy to N Conduit Ave in Queens, New York.
  5. Take exit 17W from Belt Pkwy.
  6. Merge onto Southern State Pkwy and keep left to stay on it.
  7. Use the left 2 lanes to take the Belt Pkwy exit toward Brooklyn.
  8. Continue onto Belt Pkwy/Laurelton Pkwy.
  9. Keep left to continue on Belt Pkwy and take exit 17W for No Conduit Ave.
  10. Follow N Conduit Ave to Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn.
  11. Keep right to stay on N Conduit Ave and then make a slight left onto Atlantic Ave.
  12. Pass by Wendy's on the right and keep left to stay on Atlantic Ave.
  13. Finally, make a slight left to stay on Atlantic Ave.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Check traffic conditions and choose the best route available.
  • ⛽ Make sure to have enough fuel for the journey.
  • 🍽️ Consider stopping for meals or snacks along the way to stay refreshed.
  • 📱 Keep your GPS or navigation app handy to stay on track.
  • 🕒 Leave with some extra time in case of unexpected delays.
  • 🚫 Avoid using your phone while driving to stay safe.
  • 🚧 Pay attention to road signs and follow traffic rules.
  • 🚙 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition before the trip.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
50.14 mi
01h 23m
Flight
44.96 mi
72.35 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
44.96 mi
Kilometers
72.35 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
50.14 mi
Kilometers
80.69 km
Drive Time
01h 23m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Brooklyn
Sun, Apr 19, 1:32 AM EDT
Return by in West Sayville
Sun, Apr 19, 2:55 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave West Sayville
2026-04-19T00:08
Arrive Brooklyn
Sun, Apr 19, 1:32 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in West Sayville
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
North Wantagh
NY

Census-designated place in Nassau County, New York

From West Sayville
25 mi
00h 41m
To Brooklyn
25.2 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Sunday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
8 to 14 mph SW
Destination
63°F
Sunday

Rain Showers Likely

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 14 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between West Sayville and Brooklyn.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Sayville and Brooklyn.

  1. 1

    Start on West Main Street

    17 m · 1 sec · West Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on Montauk Highway

    4.6 mi · 7 min · Montauk Highway

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight right toward To NY 27: Southern Parkway west, New York

    1125 ft · 28 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Heckscher State Parkway

    6.9 mi · 9 min · Heckscher State Parkway

  5. 5

    Continue on Southern State Parkway

    694 ft · 9 sec · Southern State Parkway

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on Southern State Parkway

    25.2 mi · 32 min · Southern State Parkway

  7. 7

    Continue on Belt Parkway

    1.3 mi · 1 min · Belt Parkway

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on Belt Parkway

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Belt Parkway

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Belt Parkway

    2.9 mi · 4 min · Belt Parkway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward North Conduit Avenue

    1523 ft · 33 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight right onto North Conduit Avenue

    3060 ft · 1 min · North Conduit Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto Linden Boulevard

    2.8 mi · 4 min · Linden Boulevard

  13. 13

    Continue on Linden Boulevard

    1.6 km · 2 min · Linden Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn slight left onto Church Avenue

    1.7 mi · 4 min · Church Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Nostrand Avenue

    78 m · 9 sec · Nostrand Avenue

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Nostrand Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between West Sayville and Brooklyn.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
16 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Southern State Parkway
25.4 mi · 51%
Heckscher State Parkway
6.88 mi · 14%
Belt Parkway
6.55 mi · 13%
Montauk Highway
4.57 mi · 9%
Linden Boulevard
3.83 mi · 8%
Church Avenue
1.74 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Southern State Parkway

Keep slight left to continue on Southern State Parkway

25.2 mi · 00h 32m

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
01h 23m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.1 mi
45 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
North Wantagh
00h 41m from West Sayville
Leave By
3:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Showers Likely leaving West Sayville and Rain Showers Likely near Brooklyn.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from West Sayville to Brooklyn?

The road trip is about 50.1 miles (80.7 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?

North Wantagh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25 miles from West Sayville and 25.2 miles from Brooklyn.

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

The direct path is about 45 miles (72.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 3:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.10 one way or $14.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around West Sayville and Rain Showers Likely near Brooklyn.

Stop Ideas Near North Wantagh

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 North Wantagh and the surrounding midpoint area.
Town of Babylon History Museum at Old Town Hall
Scenic stop 10.2 mi away

Town of Babylon History Museum at Old Town Hall

Babylon , NY
47 W Main St, Babylon, NY 11702
Rating 4.6/5 26 reviews Tourist attraction,History museum
Babylon Town Hall Annex
Meeting point 10 mi away

Babylon Town Hall Annex

North Babylon , NY
281 Phelps Ln, North Babylon, NY 11703
Rating 3.9/5 26 reviews City government office,City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Wantagh.

RAIL

New Rochelle station

34 mi away
1 Railroad Plaza
RAIL

Stamford Transportation Center

39 mi away
Washington Blvd and South State St.
RAIL

Pennsylvania Station

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

Yonkers station

43 mi away
5 Buena Vista Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between West Sayville and Brooklyn. Straight-line distance: 44.96 mi (72.35 km).

West Sayville

#1 West Sayville

Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York

Population5,011
Coordinates40.7278800, -73.0976100
Altitude4
CountryUnited States
Brooklyn

#2 Brooklyn

A borough of New York City.

Population2,577,000
Coordinates40.6501000, -73.9495800
Altitude15
CountryUnited States
Start: West Main Street (-73.097611, 40.727968)
End: Nostrand Avenue (-73.949499, 40.650105)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 81 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 40m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 15m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 50m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 37m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.77 gal
6.7 L · about $7.10
Round trip
$14.19
3.54 gal · 13.4 L
Estimated CO2
15.7 kg one way
Round trip: 31.5 kg / 69 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.01 $7.10 $14.19
Mid-grade $4.48 $7.93 $15.86
Premium $4.86 $8.60 $17.21
Diesel $4.69 $8.31 $16.62

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 West Sayville and Brooklyn. The current time is 00:08:58.

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.