Welcome to Stony Brook! Before you arrive, it’s handy to know a few things about the area. So unfold your map, grab a pencil and listen up.You’ll find it 25 miles from Stamford and 31 miles away from New Haven.It’s not the popular sights that make a place unique — it’s the locals. With around 13,700 people staying in this part of Suffolk County, now’s the time to hop out of your rental car and meet some of them!