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New York City to East Hampton, NY

BlackCarService.NYC provides car service from Manhattan to East Hampton by written quote in a Mercedes E-Class sedan. The 100-mile trip via the LIE and Sunrise Highway (Route 27) takes 2.5-3.5 hours to Main Beach, 1770 House, Nick & Toni's, or the Bay Street area. Operating with 50,000+ trips.

  • TLC-licensed chauffeurs
  • 24/7 dispatch
  • Written quote before you ride

Route

Point-to-point
  1. FromNew York City
  2. ToEast Hampton, NY

Estimated Time

2.5-3.5 hours

Distance

100 miles

Est. Rate

Written quote required

Planning reference. Your route, vehicle and total are confirmed on a written quote.

BlackCarService.NYC is a New York City black car company founded in 2009. Our NYC to East Hampton car service is priced by written quote for a Mercedes E-Class sedan for the door-to-door trip from Manhattan to East Hampton โ€” Main Beach, Newtown Lane village, the 1770 House, Nick & Toni's, the Bay Street area, or any private rental. The fare is confirmed at booking and includes all tolls.

Quick Answer: NYC to East Hampton โ€” Sedan quote required, 2.5-3.5 Hours

The drive from Midtown Manhattan to East Hampton covers 100 miles via the Long Island Expressway (LIE/I-495) and Sunrise Highway (Route 27). Off-peak the drive takes about 2.5 hours. On summer Fridays, expect 3 to 3.5 hours due to LIE and Route 27 congestion through the Shinnecock Canal bridge and the East Hampton village single-lane stretch. Direct drop-off at Main Beach, Newtown Lane, the 1770 House, Nick & Toni's, or the Bay Street Theatre area (Sag Harbor adjacent).

Route Details: Manhattan to East Hampton

The route from Midtown Manhattan to East Hampton covers 100 miles. Your chauffeur exits NYC via the Queens-Midtown Tunnel to the Long Island Expressway (LIE/I-495). The LIE runs east through Queens, Nassau County, and into Suffolk County. At Exit 70 in Manorville, the route transitions to Sunrise Highway (Route 27) heading east through Westhampton, Quogue, Southampton, Water Mill, and Bridgehampton. East of Bridgehampton, Route 27 continues into East Hampton village and on to Amagansett.

Off-peak travel time: 2.5 hours from Midtown Manhattan to East Hampton village.
Summer Friday travel time: 3 to 3.5 hours. Worst bottlenecks: LIE eastbound between Exits 49 and 70, the Shinnecock Canal bridge on Route 27 east of Southampton, and the single-lane stretch through East Hampton village itself where Route 27 narrows to one lane each direction.

NYC to East Hampton Pricing by Vehicle

VehicleModelRatePassengers
Luxury SedanMercedes E-Classwritten quoteUp to 3
Executive SUVCadillac Escalade ESVwritten quoteUp to 6
First Class SedanMercedes S-Classwritten quoteUp to 3
Executive SprinterMercedes Sprinterwritten quoteUp to 14

Named East Hampton Destinations

  • Main Beach โ€” East Hampton's flagship ocean beach
  • Newtown Lane โ€” East Hampton village commercial street
  • The 1770 House โ€” historic boutique inn and restaurant
  • Nick & Toni's โ€” North Main Street, celebrity-frequented restaurant
  • Bay Street Theater (Sag Harbor) โ€” short drive from East Hampton
  • Georgica Beach & Pond โ€” private estate area
  • The Maidstone Club โ€” historic golf and beach club
  • EHFD East Hampton Airport (HTO) area โ€” for private aviation connections

BlackCarService.NYC vs. Uber/Lyft: NYC to East Hampton

Planning checklistAsk before booking
NYC to East Hampton fareWhat is the total for this exact itinerary, including tolls, waiting and any additional charges?
Summer Friday 3 PM fareWhat is the total for this exact itinerary, including tolls, waiting and any additional charges?
Driver willingnessCan this pickup time and destination be accepted, and what is the backup plan if a driver becomes unavailable?
Sunday return from East HamptonWhat confidentiality arrangements can be agreed in writing, and who is covered?
Luggage and beach gearWill all passengers and listed bags or equipment fit, and can belongings remain securely in the vehicle?
Tolls includedAre the tolls for this route included in the total, and how are route changes billed?

Uber/Lyft Surge Pricing NYC to East Hampton: What You Actually Pay

Friday afternoon Hamptons-bound surge hits 2.0x. Actual fare: $420 plus $12 in tolls = $432.

Scenario 2 โ€” July 4th Saturday return East Hampton to NYC: Peak summer holiday return demand and scarce East Hampton drivers. Base $210 becomes $504, plus tolls = $516.

What Is Included in Every NYC to East Hampton Trip

  • Door-to-door service: Pickup from Manhattan, drop-off at Main Beach, Newtown Lane village, the 1770 House, Nick & Toni's, Bay Street, or your private rental.
  • Tolls confirmed up front: Queens-Midtown Tunnel toll โ€” confirmed in your route quote.
  • Confirmed booking: No driver cancellations on the 100-mile trip.
  • Return trip pre-booking: Sunday evening East Hampton-to-NYC returns are heavily booked.
  • Luggage capacity: Sedan handles 3 suitcases. SUV or Sprinter handles golf bags, multiple suitcases, beach gear, surfboards.
  • Bottled water, Wi-Fi, and phone chargers in every vehicle.

Related Services and Routes

For other Hamptons destinations, see NYC to Southampton car service, NYC to Montauk car service, and NYC to Hamptons general car service. For airport-to-East Hampton connections, see JFK to Hamptons, LGA to Hamptons, and EWR to Hamptons. View our Mercedes and Cadillac fleet. Call (646) 798-6550.

Authority and Trust

According to the New York State Department of Transportation, Route 27 through East Hampton handles over 50,000 vehicles per day during summer peak, with the village's single-lane stretch creating severe summer Friday and Sunday afternoon bottlenecks. According to the Suffolk County government, the Town of East Hampton's year-round population of approximately 22,000 swells to over 100,000 during peak summer weekends โ€” straining ground transportation availability and making advance bookings essential.

The point-to-point fare for this route is confirmed in your written booking quote. Summer weekend surcharges may apply. Tolls on the route are confirmed in your quote. Sedan and SUV rates include gratuity and fees. S-Class and Sprinter totals are confirmed in the booking form. Last Updated: April 2026

Route questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a car service from NYC to East Hampton cost?

Request a written quote for a Mercedes E-Class sedan. First Class SUV requires a written quote, S-Class requires a written quote, and Sprinter requires a written quote. Tolls are confirmed in the written quote. Summer weekend surcharges may apply for same-week peak-period bookings.

How long does it take to drive from NYC to East Hampton?

2.5 hours off-peak via the LIE and Sunrise Highway. On summer Fridays between 2-6 PM, expect 3 to 3.5 hours due to LIE congestion, the Shinnecock Canal bridge bottleneck, and the East Hampton village single-lane stretch on Route 27.

Can the car drop me at Nick & Toni's or the 1770 House?

Yes. Direct drop-off at Nick & Toni's (North Main Street), the 1770 House, Main Beach, Newtown Lane village, Georgica Beach, the Maidstone Club, Bay Street Theatre (Sag Harbor adjacent), or any private residence.

What is the difference between NYC to East Hampton and NYC to Southampton?

East Hampton is 100 miles (written quote) and Southampton is 90 miles (written quote). The additional 10 miles east of Southampton adds 15-20 minutes off-peak, or 30-45 minutes on summer Fridays due to the East Hampton village single-lane bottleneck on Route 27.

Can I get an Uber from NYC to East Hampton?

Check the app for the exact pickup time and destination, including the return leg if needed. Availability and driver acceptance can vary; keep a backup plan for a time-sensitive or long-distance trip.

Do you handle Sunday returns from East Hampton?

Request the confidentiality agreement before booking and confirm who signs it, which travelers and trip details it covers, and how information is shared with dispatch or substitute drivers.

Can I bring beach gear, surfboards, or golf clubs?

Yes. The Mercedes E-Class sedan handles 1-2 short boards or 3 suitcases. For multiple longboards, golf bags, or families with full gear, book the Cadillac First Class SUV (written quote) or Mercedes Sprinter (written quote).

Do you have a summer weekend surcharge?

Bookings made 7+ days in advance Memorial Day through Labor Day lock in the standard written rate quote. Same-week or weekend-of bookings during peak weeks (July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day) may include a 10-15% surcharge based on availability.

Book Your New York City to East Hampton, NY Trip

Mercedes E-Class sedan, quoted in writing. Fixed rate, no surge pricing. Call (646) 798-6550 or book online.

  • Gratuity included on sedans and SUVs

    Sedan and SUV hourly rates include gratuity and card fees. S-Class and Sprinter totals are confirmed in the booking form.

  • Flight tracking

    We track your flight when you provide the flight number.

  • 45 / 60 min airport wait

    Complimentary waiting from actual landing: 45 minutes domestic, 60 international.

  • 24-hour cancellation

    Sedan and SUV bookings are fully refunded when cancelled 24 hours before pickup.

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