How far is Bay Shore, NY from Elmhurst, NY?

Fastest route

The distance between Bay Shore, New York, and Elmhurst, Queens, NY, is approximately 40.6 miles (65.3 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 13 minutes. Below are 5 tips and suggestions to consider for this journey along with corresponding emojis:

Tips & Suggestions

1. 🚗 Plan for Heavier Traffic: Be prepared for potential traffic congestion, especially during peak hours. Check real-time traffic updates before starting your journey to choose the best route.
2. ⛽ Refuel Before the Trip: Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip. Fill up the tank before you depart to avoid unnecessary stops.
3. 🚧 Check Road Conditions: Verify the road conditions and any possible roadwork or construction along the route. Plan alternative paths if needed.
4. 🗺️ Use GPS Navigation: Utilize a reliable GPS navigation app to stay on track and receive live directions during your trip.
5. 🕰️ Time Your Journey: Consider the time of day you'll be traveling. Aim for less congested periods to have a smoother drive.

Directions

1. Head northwest on 1st Ave toward Lake View Ave.
2. Turn left onto Union Blvd.
3. Turn right onto Third Ave.
4. Slight left onto Roosevelt St.
5. Turn left to stay on Roosevelt St.
6. Continue straight onto Howells Rd/Sunrise Hwy North Service Rd.
7. Keep right to continue on Howells Rd.
8. Continue onto Bay Shore Rd.
9. Use the right lane to take the Southern Parkway ramp to New York.
10. Keep left to continue toward Southern State Pkwy.
11. Continue onto Exit 40 (signs for Robert Moses Causeway S/Ocean Beaches).
12. Keep left at the fork and merge onto Southern State Pkwy.
13. Follow Southern State Pkwy, Cross Island Pkwy, and I-495 W to Queens, New York.
14. Take exit 19 from I-495 W.
15. Merge onto Southern State Pkwy.
16. Keep left to stay on Southern State Pkwy.
17. Use the right 2 lanes to take the Cross Island Pkwy exit toward Whitestone Br.
18. Continue onto Cross Island Pkwy.
19. Take exit 30W for I-495 W/Long Is Expwy toward Manhattan.
20. Take exit 19 toward NY-25/Woodhaven Blvd/Queens Blvd.
21. Keep right to continue toward New York 25 Service/Queens Blvd/Queens Blvd Service Rd.
22. Continue on New York 25 Service/Queens Blvd. Drive to Broadway.
23. Turn right onto New York 25 Service/Queens Blvd/Queens Blvd Service Rd.
24. Continue to follow New York 25 Service/Queens Blvd. Pass by Bank of America Financial Center (on the right in 0.3 mi).

FAQs

Q: How long does it take to travel from Bay Shore, NY, to Elmhurst, Queens, NY? A: The estimated travel time is 1 hour and 13 minutes.

Q: What is the distance between Bay Shore and Elmhurst? A: The distance is approximately 40.6 miles (65.3 kilometers).

Q: Is there a possibility of encountering heavy traffic during the journey? A: Yes, be prepared for heavier traffic, especially during peak hours.

Q: Are there any suggested tips for the trip? A: Certainly! Some tips include planning for heavier traffic, refueling before the trip, checking road conditions, using GPS navigation, and timing your journey.

Q: What should I do if I encounter roadwork or construction along the way? A: In case of roadwork or construction, consider planning alternative routes to avoid delays.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Bay Shore and Elmhurst is 33.13 miles (53.31 km).

Flight distance from Bay Shore, NY to Elmhurst, NY is 33.13 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Bay Shore, New York to Elmhurst, New York is: 41.52 miles (66.83 km) by car.

Driving from Bay Shore to Elmhurst will take approximately 01 hours 04 minutes.

#1 Bay Shore

Hamlet within town of Islip, Suffolk County, New York, United States

Population	26337
GPS Coordinates	40°43'30"N 73°14'43"W
Latitude	40.7251000
Longitude	-73.2453900
Altitude	5
Country	United States

#2 Elmhurst

Population
GPS Coordinates	40°44'11"N 73°52'40"W
Latitude	40.7364900
Longitude	-73.8779100
Altitude	8
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Bay Shore and Elmhurst

The distance between Bay Shore and Elmhurst is 67 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 44 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Bay Shore and Elmhurst. The current time is 01:38:25.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.55 liters (1.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bay Shore and Elmhurst.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bay Shore to Elmhurst is $5.52 (diesel $6.88).

New York gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in New York ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.764 (Diesel $4.694) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bay Shore and Elmhurst (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.