Origin
Alexander, NY
Morning in Alexander on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Alexander, NY to Babylon, NY
Data updated 1 minute ago
Drive Time
7h 56m
Distance
387.4 mi
623 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 48m
★
6 AM
7h 57m
8 AM
8h 14m
10 AM
8h 3m
12 PM
8h 1m
3 PM
8h 4m
5 PM
8h 13m
8 PM
7h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alexander, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Babylon, NY
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Trip Overview
This journey from Alexander, NY to Babylon, NY covers 387.4 miles and is estimated to take around 7 hours and 56 minutes. It's a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the route utilizing major interstates like the Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, and I-81. Given the duration and mileage, this trip is best tackled as a single-day adventure, though you might consider an overnight stop if you prefer a more relaxed pace. The estimated fuel cost for this 387.4-mile trip is approximately $64. You'll be spending most of your time on well-maintained highways as you traverse within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
193.7 miles from Alexander, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 55m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 67% of your journey on major interstates. The route features a considerable uninterrupted stretch of 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway, allowing for steady progress. While primarily interstate, the roads will offer a consistent driving experience, allowing you to cover significant ground efficiently. You'll experience the efficiency of major roadways for most of the 387.4 miles.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 55 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southern Tier Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 104.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 226.6 miles in near US 6.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 37 significant decision points across 387.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 226.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 37 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
226.6 mi into trip
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~4h 34m in
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US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
341.2 mi into trip
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~6h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
341.5 mi into trip
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~6h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
8
350.9 mi into trip
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~7h 5m in
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I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Cross Bronx Expressway toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
8
363.8 mi into trip
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~7h 24m in
Take the exit toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 25A
Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Lon...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Alexander, NY and Babylon, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level - among others.
Mt Pocono
226.6 mi in
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~4h 34m
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via US 6
Milford
227.4 mi in
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~4h 35m
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via I 84; I 380
New York City
341.2 mi in
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~6h 50m
Leonia
341.5 mi in
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~6h 51m
Teaneck
341.5 mi in
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~6h 51m
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
343.7 mi in
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~6h 55m
Cross Island Parkway South
362.3 mi in
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~7h 21m
Southern State Parkway East
363.8 mi in
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~7h 24m
Eastern Long Island
363.8 mi in
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~7h 24m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 104.5 mi | 2h 2m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| Genesee Expressway | 38.2 mi | 44m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Southern State Parkway | 18 mi | 22m |
| Genesee Street | 8.8 mi | 13m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Southern Tier Expressway
— 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alexander, NY and Babylon, NY.
1
Start on Railroad Avenue
77 ft
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10 sec
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Railroad Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto NY 98
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
4
Merge onto US 20
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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Broadway Road
5
Continue on US 20
6.5 mi
·
8 min
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Telephone Road
6
Turn right onto NY 63
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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Ellicott Street Road
7
Continue on NY 63
4.1 mi
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6 min
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Big Tree Road
8
Continue on NY 63
0.7 mi
·
54 sec
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State Highway 63
9
Continue on NY 63
7.5 mi
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11 min
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Genesee Street
10
Enter roundabout onto NY 63
108 ft
·
1 sec
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Genesee Street
11
Continue on NY 63
1.3 mi
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1 min
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Genesee Street
12
Merge onto US 20A; NY 39; NY 63
3.3 mi
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4 min
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Geneseo-Mount Morris Road
13
Continue on NY 408
0.3 mi
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32 sec
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Mount Morris-Geneseo Road
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
15
Merge onto I 390
38 mi
·
44 min
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Genesee Expressway
16
Merge onto I 86
105 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
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Southern Tier Expressway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
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I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
21
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
22
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
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Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
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Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
26
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
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Degraw Avenue
28
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
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Main Street
30
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
31
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
33
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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I 95 EXPR
35
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
37
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Cross Bronx Expressway
Exit 6B
Toward I 295 South: Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
39
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
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Throgs Neck Expressway
40
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
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Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi
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5 min
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Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Continue on NY 24
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
43
At end of road, turn left onto NY 24
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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Jamaica Avenue
Use the left lane.
44
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi
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2 min
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Hempstead Avenue
45
Turn right onto 225th Street
228 ft
·
9 sec
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225th Street
Use the right lane.
46
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
47
Merge onto CI
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 25A
Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
49
Merge onto SO
18 mi
·
22 min
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Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 33
Toward NY 109 East: Babylon
Use the slight right lane.
51
Turn slight right onto NY 109
3.5 mi
·
5 min
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Farmingdale Road
Use the left lane.
52
Continue on NY 109
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Little East Neck Road North
53
Turn left onto NY 27A
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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West Main Street
54
Turn right onto South Carll Avenue
68 ft
·
2 sec
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South Carll Avenue
55
Arrive at destination
South Carll Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this roughly 8-hour drive, consider departing early in the morning to avoid potential traffic and maximize daylight hours. With two planned stops, you can break up the 387.4 miles effectively. The longest stretch without a break is over 100 miles, so plan your rest stops accordingly. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you transition between the Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, and I-81, to manage the estimated $64 fuel cost. This route is manageable in a single day, but flexibility with your departure time will be key.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 193.7 miles from Alexander, NY, or about 3h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 85 miles or 1h 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 193.7 miles or 3h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Babylon, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alexander, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Alexander, NY
This is one driving day of about 387.4 miles and 7h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 85 miles from Alexander, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 193.7 mi from Alexander, NY · 3h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
194 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 193.7 miles from Alexander, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.
Arriving in Babylon, NY
The final approach into Babylon, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Babylon, NY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$63.77 one way
$127.54 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
136 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $68.95 | $137.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $75.09 | $150.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $85.53 | $171.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.55
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$111–$136
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 135.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 116.2 | 1 | $40.68 | $18.60 |
| Efficient EV | 96.9 | 1 | $33.90 | $15.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 155 | 1 | $54.24 | $24.79 |
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
45 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Babylon, NY
Morning in Babylon on Wednesday
Local time
8:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
S 12 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 5:13PM EDT until April 14 at 6:15PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
57°F
Ramapo, NY
194 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
22 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 56m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alexander, NY to Babylon, NY covers 387.4 miles and takes about 7h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, I 81. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 193.7 miles from Alexander, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $63.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 37 significant decision points across 387.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 226.6 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Alexander, NY and Babylon, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level - among others.
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