Origin
Babylon, NY
Evening in Babylon on Sunday
Local time
6:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Babylon, NY to Islip Terrace, NY
Drive Time
13m
Distance
8.7 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
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6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Babylon, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Islip Terrace, NY
Mel Audelo
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from Babylon to Islip Terrace, you are looking at a brief 8.7-mile drive that typically takes about 13 minutes. Because of the short distance, this is an easy one-day excursion that fits perfectly into a morning or afternoon schedule. You will navigate using a combination of Sunrise Highway, the Babylon-Northport Expressway, and West Main Street. Budgeting for this route is incredibly straightforward, as you can expect to spend only about $1 in fuel. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you won't need to worry about adjusting to different regional driving cultures or long-haul travel logistics. It is a highly efficient, no-fuss commute that serves as a practical link between these two Long Island communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
4.3 miles from Babylon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route is only 15% highway. You will spend the majority of your time navigating local streets, which keeps the pace moderate and requires your full attention. The most significant stretch of open road occurs on Sunrise Highway, where you will cover 6.4 miles before transitioning back to surface roads. Because the drive is so short, you won't encounter the monotony of a long-distance highway slog. Instead, you should prepare for a series of turns and junctions that define the character of this quick transit through the region.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunrise Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 27A / West Main Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 27A / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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NY 27A / West Main Street
Turn right onto NY 27A / West Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
Turn left toward NY 231 North: Huntington
Navigation decision point
Toward NY 231 North: Huntington
4
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Turn slight right toward NY 27 East: Montauk
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward NY 27 East: Montauk
4
2.3 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward NY 27 East
Navigation decision point
Toward NY 27 East
5
2.4 mi into trip
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~4m in
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NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge onto NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| Babylon-Northport Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| West Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Montauk Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Carll Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 6.4 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Babylon, NY and Islip Terrace, NY.
1
Start on South Carll Avenue
68 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Carll Avenue
2
Turn right onto NY 27A
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Continue on NY 27A
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Montauk Highway
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
Toward NY 231 North: Huntington
5
Continue on NY 231
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Babylon-Northport Expressway
6
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Toward NY 27 East: Montauk
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
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Sunrise Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward NY 27 East
9
Merge onto NY 27
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
NY 27
Trip Plan
Since this trip only takes 13 minutes, you have maximum flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move to keep your drive time consistent. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the 8.7-mile distance is easily completed in one go. Keep in mind that because the route relies heavily on local roads, traffic patterns can shift quickly, so check your GPS for real-time congestion updates before you pull out of the driveway. A great way to approach this is to treat the lack of required stops as an advantage, allowing you to get exactly where you need to go without any unnecessary delays. Just ensure your gas tank is ready for the short run, as the $1 fuel estimate is based on a direct, efficient path.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.3 miles from Babylon, NY, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.4 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 8.7 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.3 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip Terrace, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Babylon, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Babylon, NY
This is one driving day of about 8.7 miles and 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Babylon, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Sunrise Highway for about 6.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.3 mi from Babylon, NY · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.3 miles from Babylon, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Islip Terrace, NY
The final approach into Islip Terrace, 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 Islip Terrace, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.42 one way
$2.83 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $1.53 | $3.07 |
| premium | $4.88 | $1.67 | $3.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.93 | $3.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Islip Terrace, NY
Evening in Islip Terrace on Sunday
Local time
6:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
13m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Babylon, NY to Islip Terrace, NY covers 8.7 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Babylon-Northport Expressway, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.3 miles from Babylon, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.42 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 27A / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Babylon, NY to Islip Terrace, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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