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Suffolk County Car Service — Hamptons, North Fork & Beyond

Professional chauffeur service across all of Suffolk County -- from Huntington's Gold Coast estates to Montauk Point, 120 miles east. Summer Friday routing expertise, North Fork wine tour chauffeurs, Fire Island ferry coordination, and flat-rate airport transfers for 1.5 million residents across Long Island's largest county.

Hamptons · North Fork Wine Country · Fire Island · Huntington · Stony Brook · No surge pricing

Suffolk County Car Service: Long Island's Largest County by Area

Suffolk County is home to 1.5 million people spread across 2,373 square miles -- making it the largest county in the New York metropolitan area by land area and the easternmost reach of the NYC suburban orbit. The county stretches 120 miles from the Nassau border at Cold Spring Harbor to Montauk Point, encompassing 10 towns, the Hamptons, the North Fork wine region, Fire Island, four LIRR branches, and two of Long Island's most critical traffic arteries: the LIE (I-495, which terminates at Riverhead) and Route 27, the sole east-west road to the South Fork.

Getting across Suffolk County -- and especially reaching the East End -- means navigating a highway system that narrows dramatically. The LIE ends at Exit 73 in Riverhead, forcing all eastbound Hamptons traffic onto the 2-lane Route 27. The Shinnecock Canal bridge in Hampton Bays is the single worst bottleneck on Long Island: one 2-lane bridge carrying every vehicle headed to or from Southampton, East Hampton, and Montauk. On summer Fridays, what should be a 2-hour drive from Manhattan to Southampton (95 miles) can stretch to 3-4 hours, and Montauk (120 miles) to 5+ hours. Our chauffeurs know the LIE-to-Sunrise-Highway alternative, the County Road 39 bypass through Hampton Bays, and the optimal departure windows.

Whether you need a summer Friday Hamptons transfer, an hourly chauffeur for a North Fork wine tour, a MacArthur Airport pickup, Fire Island ferry coordination, or wedding transportation at Oheka Castle, our vetted chauffeurs and flat-rate pricing provide a reliable alternative to rideshare surge and Route 27 frustration.

Suffolk County Areas We Cover

From the LIRR commuter towns of western Suffolk to Montauk Point 120 miles east, our chauffeurs serve every community with local routing expertise.

Western Suffolk

Huntington, Babylon, Smithtown, Northport, Commack

  • LIRR commuter corridorHuntington and Babylon stations are among the busiest on Long Island, with direct Penn Station service
  • Oheka CastleIconic 127-room Gold Coast estate in Huntington -- one of Long Island's premier wedding and event venues
  • Vanderbilt MuseumEagle's Nest estate and planetarium in Centerport, popular for private events on the North Shore waterfront
  • Airport accessHuntington to JFK: 45-70 min. Huntington to ISP (MacArthur): 20 min via LIE. Fastest options in Suffolk.

Hamptons & South Fork

Southampton, East Hampton, Bridgehampton, Sag Harbor, Montauk

  • Summer seasonMemorial Day to Labor Day transforms the South Fork -- population surges from 60,000 to 300,000+
  • Hampton ClassicAnnual horse show in Bridgehampton draws 50,000+ visitors over 7 days in late August
  • Montauk sceneSurf Lodge, Gurney's Resort, Montauk Yacht Club -- 120 miles from Manhattan at the island's tip
  • Summer Friday trafficRoute 27 through the Shinnecock Canal bottleneck: 3-4 hr to Southampton, 4-5+ hr to Montauk on peak Fridays

North Fork Wine Country

Cutchogue, Southold, Greenport, Mattituck, Jamesport

  • 50+ wineriesBedell Cellars, Sparkling Pointe, Kontokosta (oceanfront), Pellegrini, Raphael -- concentrated along Route 25
  • Hourly wine tours3-hour minimum. Typical tour: 3-4 wineries in 4-5 hours with designated chauffeur and lunch stop
  • Greenport villageMaritime village 100 miles from Manhattan -- boutiques, waterfront dining, Shelter Island ferry terminal
  • Less traffic than HamptonsNorth Fork accessed via Route 25 from Riverhead -- avoids the Route 27 South Fork bottleneck entirely

Fire Island & South Shore

Bay Shore, Sayville, Patchogue ferry terminals -- car-free island

  • No car accessFire Island is a 31-mile barrier island with no roads for private vehicles -- passenger ferries only
  • Bay Shore terminalFerries to Ocean Beach, Kismet, Saltaire, Fair Harbor -- busiest terminal, summer Friday departures fill up 5-7 PM
  • Sayville terminalFerries to Fire Island Pines, Cherry Grove, Sunken Forest -- coordinate pickup with return ferry schedule
  • Ferry timingWe drop you at the exact terminal curbside timed to your departure and meet you on return

Central Suffolk

Ronkonkoma, Hauppauge, Stony Brook, Brookhaven

  • MacArthur Airport (ISP)Long Island's commercial airport in Ronkonkoma -- Southwest, Frontier, Breeze. Compact terminal, fast security.
  • Hauppauge Industrial ParkLargest industrial park on Long Island: 1,300+ companies, 55,000+ employees across 1,600 acres
  • Brookhaven National LabUS Department of Energy research facility in Upton -- Nobel Prize-winning science campus requiring vetted transport
  • Stony Brook UniversityFlagship SUNY campus with 26,000+ students and a Level I Trauma Center medical complex

East End Private Aviation

East Hampton Airport HTO, Gabreski Airport FOK, Blade connections

  • East Hampton Airport (HTO)Private jets and Blade helicopter transfers throughout summer season -- planeside pickup at the FBO
  • Gabreski Airport (FOK)Francis S. Gabreski Airport in Westhampton Beach -- private aviation year-round, seasonal charters
  • Blade helicopterManhattan to East Hampton in 40 minutes by air. We coordinate ground transfers from helicopter landing to final destination
  • No terminal congestionBoth airports offer direct tarmac/FBO access -- no commercial security lines or baggage carousels

Popular Suffolk County Pickup Points

Our most-requested Suffolk County pickup and drop-off locations, with specific logistics our chauffeurs handle regularly.

MacArthur Airport (ISP)

100 Arrivals Ave, Ronkonkoma

Suffolk County's commercial airport serving Southwest, Frontier, and Breeze. Compact single-terminal layout with curbside pickup at Arrivals. 50 miles from Manhattan, 20 minutes from Huntington on the LIE.

Bay Shore Ferry Terminal

99 Maple Ave, Bay Shore

Primary Fire Island ferry hub serving Ocean Beach, Kismet, Saltaire, and Fair Harbor. Summer weekend departures fill up fast -- arrive early. Curbside drop-off on Maple Avenue with luggage handling to the dock.

Oheka Castle

135 W Gate Dr, Huntington

127-room Gold Coast estate and one of Long Island's premier wedding venues. Coordinated arrivals through the private gate -- provide your event name when booking for chauffeur staging instructions.

Greenport Maritime Village

Main Street, Greenport

North Fork's charming endpoint -- 100 miles from Manhattan. Winery tour drop-offs, Shelter Island ferry connections (8-minute crossing), and waterfront restaurant pickups along Front Street.

Montauk Point & Surf Lodge

Montauk, NY 11954

The eastern tip of Long Island, 120 miles from Manhattan. Surf Lodge, Gurney's Montauk Resort, Montauk Yacht Club, and Ditch Plains beach. Allow 2.5-3 hours off-peak, 4-5+ hours on summer Fridays.

Suffolk County Airport Transfers — Practical Timing

MacArthur (ISP) is closest for most of Suffolk County. JFK remains necessary for international flights. East End private aviation airports serve Hamptons clientele directly.

Closest for Suffolk — 15-45 min

  • Route: LIE to Exit 57 (Ronkonkoma)
  • Best from: All of western & central Suffolk
  • Huntington: 20 min. Babylon: 25 min. Hauppauge: 10 min.
  • Domestic flights: Southwest, Frontier, Breeze -- minimal waits

50-130+ min from Suffolk County

  • Route: LIE or Southern State → Belt Parkway / Cross Island
  • Best from: International & full airline selection
  • Huntington: 50-80 min. Ronkonkoma: 60-90 min. Riverhead: 75-110 min.
  • International flights: Allow 4+ hours from eastern Suffolk

East End Private Aviation

HTO (East Hampton) & FOK (Westhampton)

  • East Hampton Airport (HTO): Private jets, Blade helicopter
  • Best from: Hamptons & North Fork destinations
  • Gabreski Airport (FOK): Year-round private aviation
  • Planeside pickup: Direct FBO/tarmac access, no terminal lines

Every airport transfer includes: Real-time flight monitoring, automatic delay adjustments, meet-and-greet option at baggage claim, luggage assistance, and flat-rate pricing locked at booking -- no surge regardless of summer season demand, Route 27 conditions, or weather. Learn more about airport services.

Suffolk County Local Knowledge

Suffolk County spans 120 miles of highway, beach, vineyard, and everything in between. Our chauffeurs know the routing, the bottlenecks, and the workarounds that make the difference.

LIE vs Southern State vs Sunrise

The LIE (I-495) ends at Exit 73 in Riverhead -- beyond that, there is no highway to the Hamptons. Southern State Parkway feeds into Sunrise Highway (Route 27) and parallels the LIE to the south. For Hamptons-bound trips, Sunrise Highway often moves when the LIE is gridlocked west of Riverhead. Our chauffeurs switch between routes in real time, using the Sagtikos State Parkway as a north-south connector.

Shinnecock Canal Bottleneck

The Shinnecock Canal in Hampton Bays is a 2-lane bridge carrying every vehicle to and from the South Fork. There is no bypass and no alternative. On summer Fridays, traffic backs up for miles from both directions. Our chauffeurs time departures to avoid the worst window (2-7 PM eastbound Friday, 3-7 PM westbound Sunday) and know when County Road 39 through Hampton Bays offers marginal relief.

Cannonball Train Connection

The LIRR Cannonball express departs Penn Station on summer Fridays around 4:07 PM and reaches Southampton in roughly 2 hours -- often beating cars by an hour or more. Smart travelers take the Cannonball and book our car service for the station pickup. We meet you at the platform in Southampton, Bridgehampton, East Hampton, or Montauk with luggage assistance.

North Fork Wine Tour Logistics

The North Fork wine trail runs along Route 25 from Jamesport to Greenport -- 15 miles of 50+ wineries, cideries, and farm stands. Most wineries are open 11 AM - 5 PM with last tasting at 4:30. Parking at popular spots like Bedell Cellars and Kontokosta fills up on fall weekends. A dedicated chauffeur handles all parking, timing between stops, and the return drive so your entire group can taste freely.

Wedding Venue Transport

Suffolk County hosts hundreds of weddings annually at estates and vineyards across the county. Oheka Castle in Huntington, Bourne Mansion in Oakdale, Brecknock Hall in Greenport, Flowerfield in St. James, and Larkfield Manor in East Northport are among our most-served venues. We coordinate guest shuttles from hotels, bridal party transport, and post-reception departures.

Fire Island Ferry Coordination

Fire Island has no roads and no bridges for cars. Three mainland terminals serve different communities: Bay Shore (western communities), Sayville (mid-island including Pines and Cherry Grove), and Patchogue (eastern communities). We time your drop-off to your specific ferry departure and text you when your chauffeur is positioned for your return crossing. Summer weekend ferries can sell out -- arriving 30+ minutes early is essential.

How It Works

Four steps from booking to arrival. The entire process takes under two minutes online.

1

Reserve Online

Enter your Suffolk County pickup address, destination, date, and time. Select your vehicle from our fleet -- sedan, SUV, or sprinter. Get an instant flat-rate quote with no hidden fees.

2

Add Details

Include flight numbers, ferry departure times, winery tour stops, or event details. For Fire Island, note your specific ferry terminal and crossing time. For Hamptons, tell us the house address.

3

Chauffeur Arrives

Your vetted chauffeur arrives at your exact Suffolk County location -- home driveway, ferry terminal, LIRR station, airport FBO, or vineyard parking lot. You receive a text with vehicle details and chauffeur contact.

4

Ride & Transfer

Your chauffeur navigates Suffolk County roads using real-time routing -- LIE alternatives, Shinnecock Canal timing, and summer traffic avoidance. For airport transfers, luggage assistance and terminal drop-off are included.

Transparent Policies

Airport Wait Time

We monitor your flight in real-time. For domestic arrivals, your chauffeur waits up to 45 minutes after landing at no charge. For international arrivals, up to 60 minutes. If your flight is delayed, we adjust automatically.

Flight & Ferry Tracking

Provide your flight number or ferry schedule at booking and we handle the rest. For airport pickups, we dispatch based on actual landing time. For Fire Island returns, we position your chauffeur based on your ferry departure from the island.

Cancellation Tiers

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled pickup. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a partial charge. No-shows are charged the full fare. All cancellation policies are confirmed at booking.

Child Seats

Rear-facing, forward-facing, and booster seats available for $25 each. Select during booking and specify ages/weights. Seats arrive pre-installed and safety-checked by your chauffeur.

Why Suffolk County Residents Trust Us

Vetted Chauffeurs

Background-checked, professionally trained, and deeply familiar with Suffolk County roads from the LIE to Montauk Highway, ferry terminals to vineyard lanes.

Summer Friday Routing

Our chauffeurs know the Shinnecock Canal timing, the Sunrise Highway alternative, the CR 39 bypass, and the optimal departure windows that save hours during peak Hamptons season.

Flight & Ferry Tracking

Real-time monitoring for all airport flights and Fire Island ferry schedules. Automatic timing adjustments -- your chauffeur is positioned and ready when you arrive.

Upfront Pricing

Flat-rate quotes locked at booking. No surge during summer Fridays, Hamptons season, holiday weekends, or Hampton Classic week. The price you see is the price you pay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Book Your Suffolk County Car Service Today

From Hamptons summer transfers to North Fork wine tours, Fire Island ferry connections to MacArthur Airport pickups -- vetted chauffeurs, flat-rate pricing, and zero surge across all of Suffolk County. View all Long Island services, Nassau County, MacArthur Airport, or Hamptons car service.

Last updated: February 2026

True North VIP is a New York City-based premium chauffeur and black car service. The company provides airport transfers to JFK, LaGuardia, Newark, Teterboro, and Westchester County airports, along with hourly charters, corporate ground transportation, wedding and event service, and city-to-city travel. Service covers all five NYC boroughs, Northern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester County, Long Island, and the Hamptons, with vetted professional chauffeurs and a fleet of executive sedans, luxury sedans, SUVs, and Sprinter vans available 24/7.

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