New York City to Montauk, NY
BlackCarService.NYC provides car service from Manhattan to Montauk for $445 in a Mercedes E-Class sedan. The 120-130 mile trip via the LIE, Sunrise Highway, and Montauk Highway (Route 27) takes 2.5-4 hours depending on summer traffic. Operating since 2009 with 50,000+ trips and a 4.9-star rating.
Estimated Time
2.5-4 hours
Distance
120-130 miles
Est. Rate
From $445
BlackCarService.NYC is a New York City black car company founded in 2009 that has completed over 50,000 trips with a 4.9-star rating across 127 verified reviews. Our NYC to Montauk car service costs $445 in a Mercedes E-Class sedan for the door-to-door trip from Manhattan to Montauk — Gurney's Resort, Montauk Yacht Club, the Surf Lodge, the Montauk Lighthouse, or any private address. Summer weekend surcharges may apply.
The drive from Midtown Manhattan to Montauk covers 120-130 miles via the Long Island Expressway (LIE/I-495), Sunrise Highway (Route 27), and Montauk Highway (continued Route 27 east of East Hampton). Off-peak the drive takes about 2.5 hours. On summer Fridays, expect 3.5 to 4 hours due to LIE and Route 27 congestion. Direct drop-off at Gurney's, the Surf Lodge, Montauk Yacht Club, downtown Montauk, Ditch Plains, or the Lighthouse.
Route Details: Manhattan to Montauk
The route from Midtown Manhattan to Montauk covers 120-130 miles depending on your exact destination. 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, Southampton, Bridgehampton, and East Hampton. East of East Hampton, Route 27 continues as Montauk Highway through Amagansett and on to Montauk village, ending at the Montauk Lighthouse at Long Island's easternmost point.
Distance breakdown:
- Manhattan to East Hampton: 100 miles (2 hrs 20 min off-peak)
- East Hampton to Amagansett: 5 miles (10 min)
- Amagansett to Montauk village: 10 miles (20 min)
- Montauk village to Montauk Lighthouse: 5 miles (10 min)
- Total Manhattan to Montauk village: 120 miles (2 hrs 50 min off-peak)
- Total to Montauk Lighthouse: 130 miles (3 hrs off-peak)
Off-peak travel time: 2.5 hours to Montauk village from Midtown.
Summer Friday travel time: 3.5 to 4 hours. Worst bottlenecks: LIE eastbound between Exits 49 and 70, Route 27 through the Shinnecock Canal bridge, and the East Hampton village stretch where Route 27 narrows to one lane each direction.
NYC to Montauk Pricing by Vehicle
| Vehicle | Model | Rate | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury Sedan | Mercedes E-Class | $445 | Up to 3 |
| Executive SUV | Cadillac Escalade ESV | $545 | Up to 6 |
| First Class Sedan | Mercedes S-Class | $645 | Up to 3 |
| Executive Sprinter | Mercedes Sprinter | $795 | Up to 14 |
Named Montauk Destinations
- Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa — Old Montauk Highway, oceanfront
- Montauk Yacht Club — Star Island Road, marina/harbor side
- The Surf Lodge — Edgemere Street, Fort Pond
- Montauk Point Lighthouse — easternmost tip, state park
- Ditch Plains Beach — surf beach, east of Montauk village
- Downtown Montauk village — central commercial strip
- Navy Beach — restaurant and beach club
- The Crow's Nest — boutique inn and restaurant, Lake Montauk
BlackCarService.NYC vs. Uber/Lyft: NYC to Montauk
| Feature | BlackCarService.NYC | Uber/Lyft |
|---|---|---|
| NYC to Montauk fare | $445 confirmed | $240-$550+ varies |
| Summer Friday 3 PM fare | $445 confirmed | $480-$800+ extreme surge |
| 130-mile driver willingness | Confirmed | Very low — frequent cancellations |
| Sunday return from Montauk | Pre-booked, confirmed | Nearly impossible to find a driver |
| Surfboards, beach gear | SUV or Sprinter handles it | Limited — driver's car dependent |
| Tolls included | Yes | Added after trip |
Uber/Lyft Surge Pricing NYC to Montauk: What You Actually Pay
Montauk is where rideshare pricing breaks completely. The 130-mile distance combined with peak summer demand and the return-fare problem produces the highest Hamptons-area surge multipliers.
Scenario 1 — Summer Friday 3 PM departure to the Surf Lodge: Uber shows $240 base. Friday afternoon Montauk surge hits 2.2x minimum. Actual fare: $528 plus $8 in tolls = $536. Our $445 confirmed rate saves $91 in a Mercedes — and the driver will not cancel halfway down Route 27.
Scenario 2 — July 4th Saturday departure to Gurney's: Peak summer holiday demand. Uber surge hits 2.8x for the Montauk route. Base $240 becomes $672, plus tolls = $680. Our confirmed $445 rate saves $235 — plus the chauffeur drops you at Gurney's valet entrance, not the parking lot.
Summer Surge Notice
Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends, the Montauk route operates at peak demand. Bookings 7+ days in advance lock in the $445 standard rate. Same-day or weekend-of bookings during peak weeks (July 4th, Labor Day, Memorial Day) may include a 10-15% surcharge based on availability. Sunday evening returns from Montauk to NYC are particularly tight — reserve outbound and return together.
What Is Included in Every NYC to Montauk Trip
- Door-to-door service: Pickup in Manhattan, drop-off at your exact Montauk destination — Gurney's, the Surf Lodge, Montauk Yacht Club, private rental, or the Lighthouse.
- All tolls included: Queens-Midtown Tunnel toll built in.
- Confirmed booking: No cancellations, no "driver not found" 80 miles from Montauk.
- Return trip pre-booking: Sunday evening returns are our most-booked Montauk service.
- Surfboard, golf club, and luggage capacity: SUV or Sprinter handles bulky gear.
- Bottled water, Wi-Fi, and phone chargers for the 3-hour journey.
Related Services and Routes
For other Hamptons destinations, see NYC to Southampton car service, NYC to East Hampton car service, and NYC to Hamptons general car service. For airport-to-Montauk connections, see JFK to Hamptons, LGA to Hamptons, and EWR to Hamptons. View our fleet page for SUV and Sprinter options. Call (646) 798-6550.
Authority and Trust
According to the New York State Department of Transportation, Route 27 (Sunrise Highway / Montauk Highway) sees over 200% peak-period traffic increase between Memorial Day and Labor Day, with the East Hampton-to-Montauk segment narrowing to one lane each direction and creating significant summer Friday bottlenecks. According to the New York State Parks Department, Montauk Point State Park and its iconic Montauk Lighthouse — operated since 1796 — attract over 100,000 visitors annually, making reliable ground transportation essential during peak season.
As of 2026, the $445 rate is a point-to-point fare confirmed at booking. Summer weekend surcharges may apply. Tolls are included. Gratuity is not included. Last Updated: April 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a car service from NYC to Montauk cost?
$445 in a Mercedes E-Class sedan to Gurney's, the Surf Lodge, Montauk Yacht Club, or any Montauk address. Escalade ESV is $545, S-Class is $645, and Sprinter is $795. All tolls included. Summer weekend surcharges may apply.
How long does it take to drive from NYC to Montauk?
2.5 hours off-peak via the LIE, Sunrise Highway, and Montauk Highway. On summer Fridays, expect 3.5 to 4 hours due to LIE congestion, the Shinnecock Canal bridge bottleneck, and the East Hampton village single-lane stretch.
Can the car drop me at Gurney's or the Surf Lodge?
Yes. Direct valet drop-off at Gurney's Montauk Resort, the Surf Lodge, Montauk Yacht Club, the Crow's Nest, Navy Beach, or any other Montauk destination. The chauffeur pulls up to the property entrance.
Can I get an Uber from NYC to Montauk?
Very unreliable. Drivers frequently cancel 130-mile Montauk trips because they cannot get a return fare. When they accept, summer Friday surge pushes Uber to $528-$680+. Our $445 confirmed rate is cheaper and the driver will not cancel.
Do you handle Sunday evening returns from Montauk?
Yes — this is our most-booked Montauk service. Uber drivers are nearly impossible to find in Montauk on Sunday evenings. Book the return at the same time as your outbound trip to guarantee a confirmed pickup.
Can I bring a surfboard or beach gear?
Yes. The Mercedes E-Class sedan handles 1-2 short boards or 3 large suitcases. For multiple longboards, golf clubs, or families with full beach gear, book the Cadillac Escalade ESV ($545) or Mercedes Sprinter ($795) for maximum cargo space.
Do you have a summer weekend surcharge?
Bookings made 7+ days in advance Memorial Day through Labor Day lock in the standard $445 rate. Same-day or weekend-of bookings during peak weeks (July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day) may include a 10-15% surcharge based on availability.
What is the difference between NYC to East Hampton and NYC to Montauk?
East Hampton is 100 miles ($395) and Montauk is 120-130 miles ($445). The additional 20-30 miles east of East Hampton on Montauk Highway (Route 27) adds 30-40 minutes and $50 to the fare. Both routes use the same LIE and Sunrise Highway path through Manorville.
Book Your New York City to Montauk, NY Trip
From $445 in a Mercedes E-Class sedan. Fixed rate, no surge pricing. Call (646) 798-6550 or book online.