New York City to Southampton, NY
BlackCarService.NYC provides car service from Manhattan to Southampton by written quote in a Mercedes E-Class sedan. The 90-mile trip via the LIE and Sunrise Highway (Route 27) takes 2-3 hours to Main Street, beaches, and the Topping Rose area. Operating with 50,000+ trips.
- TLC-licensed chauffeurs
- 24/7 dispatch
- Written quote before you ride
Route
Point-to-point- FromNew York City
- ToSouthampton, NY
Estimated Time
2-3 hours
Distance
90 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 Southampton car service is priced by written quote for a Mercedes E-Class sedan for the door-to-door trip from Manhattan to Southampton — Main Street, the beaches, private rentals, or the Topping Rose adjacent area. The fare is confirmed at booking and includes all tolls.
The drive from Midtown Manhattan to Southampton covers 90 miles via the Long Island Expressway (LIE/I-495) and Sunrise Highway (Route 27). Off-peak the drive takes about 2 hours. On summer Fridays, expect 2.5 to 3 hours. Direct drop-off at Main Street Southampton, Coopers Beach, Meadow Lane, Gin Lane, or any private residence.
Route Details: Manhattan to Southampton
The standard route from Midtown Manhattan to Southampton covers 90 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. Southampton is the first major Hamptons town on Route 27, with multiple exits for Coopers Beach, Main Street village, and the private estate area along Gin Lane and Meadow Lane.
Off-peak travel time: 2 hours from Midtown Manhattan to Main Street Southampton.
Summer Friday travel time: 2.5 to 3 hours. Worst bottlenecks: LIE eastbound between Exits 49 and 70, and the Shinnecock Canal bridge on Route 27 just east of Southampton village.
NYC to Southampton Pricing by Vehicle
| Vehicle | Model | Rate | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Sedan | Mercedes E-Class | written quote | Up to 3 |
| Executive SUV | Cadillac Escalade ESV | written quote | Up to 6 |
| First Class Sedan | Mercedes S-Class | written quote | Up to 3 |
| Executive Sprinter | Mercedes Sprinter | written quote | Up to 14 |
Named Southampton Destinations
- Main Street Southampton — village commercial strip, restaurants, shops
- Coopers Beach — public ocean beach
- Meadow Lane — private oceanfront estate area
- Gin Lane — historic estate area adjacent to ocean
- Topping Rose House (Bridgehampton-adjacent) — luxury inn and restaurant
- Shinnecock Hills Golf Club — historic championship golf course
- National Golf Links of America — adjacent to Shinnecock
- Sebonack Golf Club — Tom Doak / Jack Nicklaus design
- Southampton Hospital area — for medical appointments or visits
BlackCarService.NYC vs. Uber/Lyft: NYC to Southampton
| Planning checklist | Ask before booking |
|---|---|
| NYC to Southampton fare | What is the total for this exact itinerary, including tolls, waiting and any additional charges? |
| Summer Friday 3 PM fare | What is the total for this exact itinerary, including tolls, waiting and any additional charges? |
| Driver willingness | Can this pickup time and destination be accepted, and what is the backup plan if a driver becomes unavailable? |
| Sunday return from Southampton | What confidentiality arrangements can be agreed in writing, and who is covered? |
| Luggage and gear | Will all passengers and listed bags or equipment fit, and can belongings remain securely in the vehicle? |
| Tolls included | Are the tolls for this route included in the total, and how are route changes billed? |
Uber/Lyft Surge Pricing NYC to Southampton: What You Actually Pay
Summer Friday Hamptons-bound surge hits 2.0x minimum. Actual fare: $380 plus $12 in tolls = $392.
Scenario 2 — July 4th Saturday return Southampton to NYC: Peak summer holiday return demand. Base $190 becomes $475, plus tolls = $487.
What Is Included in Every NYC to Southampton Trip
- Door-to-door service: Pickup from Manhattan, drop-off at Main Street Southampton, Coopers Beach, your private rental, or the Topping Rose-adjacent area.
- Tolls confirmed up front: Queens-Midtown Tunnel toll — confirmed in your route quote.
- Confirmed booking: No driver cancellations on the 90-mile trip.
- Return trip pre-booking: Sunday evening Southampton-to-NYC returns are heavily booked.
- Golf club and luggage capacity: Sedan handles standard luggage. SUV or Sprinter handles golf bags, multiple suitcases, beach gear.
- Bottled water, Wi-Fi, and phone chargers in every vehicle.
Related Services and Routes
For other Hamptons destinations, see NYC to East Hampton car service, NYC to Montauk car service, and NYC to Hamptons general car service. For airport-to-Southampton 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 (Sunrise Highway) through Southampton handles over 60,000 vehicles per day during summer peak, with significant congestion at the Shinnecock Canal bridge bottleneck immediately east of the village. According to the Suffolk County government, the Town of Southampton has a year-round population of approximately 70,000 that swells to over 200,000 during peak summer weekends — making reliable ground transportation essential for visitors.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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Book Your New York City to Southampton, 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.