Origin
Babylon, NY
Afternoon in Babylon on Sunday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Babylon, NY to Poughkeepsie, NY
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
105.1 mi
169 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
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6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Babylon, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Poughkeepsie, NY
Clément Proust
Trip Overview
Traveling from Babylon to Poughkeepsie covers 105.1 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 33 minutes. Because this journey stays within the Northeast region of New York, it is a straightforward trip that works perfectly as a one-day excursion. You should budget roughly $17 for fuel to complete the trek comfortably. While it is certainly possible to make the drive in a single go, planning for at least one stop will keep you refreshed. This route offers a practical transition from the coastal suburbs to the Hudson Valley, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach their destination without an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
52.5 miles from Babylon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 105.1-mile path. Roughly 41% of your time will be spent on highways, transitioning from the Southern State Parkway to NY 9A. The character of the road shifts significantly, moving away from high-speed corridors toward more local travel. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment on Albany Post Road, which stretches for 23.1 miles. This combination of highway and local road segments ensures the drive stays engaging rather than feeling like a monotonous interstate grind.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 47 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Albany Post Road is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 105.1 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 24.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.5 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 35 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
24.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue
8
24.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Hempstead Avenue West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Hempstead Avenue West
8
34.5 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 North: New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
8
43.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward Bronx Parkway, Sprain Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward Bronx Parkway, Sprain Parkway
8
43.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Bronx Parkway North, Sprain Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Bronx Parkway North, Sprain Parkway
Towns Along This Route
Between Babylon, NY and Poughkeepsie, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West, Grandstand, Cross County Parkway West, Bronx Parkway North and Fishkill.
Cross Island Parkway North
23 mi in
|
~31m
Hempstead Avenue West
24.8 mi in
|
~34m
Grandstand
24.9 mi in
|
~34m
Cross County Parkway West
42.6 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Bronx Parkway North
43.6 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Fishkill
74.2 mi in
|
~1h 49m
|
via US 9
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Albany Post Road | 23.1 mi | 30m |
| Southern State Parkway | 17.9 mi | 22m |
| NY 9A | 14.7 mi | 22m |
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| South Road | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Farmingdale Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Albany Post Road
— 23.1 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Babylon, NY and Poughkeepsie, NY.
1
Start on South Carll Avenue
68 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Carll Avenue
2
Turn left onto NY 27A
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Main Street
3
Turn right onto NY 109
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Little East Neck Road North
4
Continue on NY 109
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Farmingdale Road
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward SO West: New York
6
Merge onto SO
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Southern State Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto CI
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Cross Island Parkway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
317 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 26B
Toward NY 24: UBS Arena-Belmont Park
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
437 ft
·
12 sec
Toward NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West
12
Keep slight right at fork
266 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Hempstead Avenue West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
this road
Toward Grandstand, Hempstead Avenue West
14
Keep slight left at fork
100 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Hempstead Avenue
15
Turn right onto NY 24
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Hempstead Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
17
Turn right onto NY 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
212th Street
18
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Through Neck Bridge
Use the none lane.
19
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
20
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 95
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
Use the none lane.
23
Continue on I 95
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
New England Thruway
Use the none lane.
24
Take the exit
351 ft
·
16 sec
Exit 13
Toward Conner Street
Use the slight right lane.
25
Turn left onto Tillotson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Tillotson Avenue
26
Turn left onto Conner Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Conner Street
27
Continue on NY 22
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Provost Avenue
Use the none lane.
28
Continue on NY 22
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 3rd Avenue
29
Turn slight right onto NY 22
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Columbus Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
30
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Cross County Parkway West
Use the left lane.
31
Merge onto Cross County Parkway
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cross County Parkway
32
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 6
Toward Bronx Parkway, Sprain Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward Bronx Parkway North, Sprain Parkway
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
34
Merge onto Bronx River Parkway
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Bronx River Parkway
35
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the none lane.
36
Continue on Taconic State Parkway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward NY 9A, NY 100 North
Use the slight right lane.
38
Continue on NY 9A; NY 100
15 mi
·
22 min
·
NY 9A; NY 100
Use the none lane.
39
Turn left onto US 6; US 9; US 202
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 6; US 9; US 202
40
Enter roundabout onto US 9
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
Albany Post Road
Toward Fishkill
41
Continue on US 9
23 mi
·
30 min
·
Albany Post Road
Toward Fishkill
Use the none lane.
42
Continue on US 9
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
South Road
Use the none lane.
43
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 44 East, NY 55 East
44
Merge onto US 44; NY 55
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Church Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
45
Turn left onto South Clinton Street
295 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Clinton Street
46
Enter roundabout onto Reservoir Square
316 ft
·
8 sec
·
Reservoir Square
47
Arrive at destination
Reservoir Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though planning for one strategic stop will help break up the 2-hour and 33-minute duration. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $17 estimate assumes steady driving conditions. Because you are transitioning between different types of roadways, remain attentive when switching from the Southern State Parkway to the local stretches of Albany Post Road. Given the route's length, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without feeling rushed. Prioritize a single, well-timed break along the way to ensure you arrive in Poughkeepsie feeling alert and ready for your next move.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 52.5 miles from Babylon, NY, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.1 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 80 miles or 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.5 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Poughkeepsie, 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 105.1 miles and 2h 33m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Albany Post Road for about 23.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.5 mi from Babylon, NY · 1h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.5 miles from Babylon, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Poughkeepsie, NY
The final approach into Poughkeepsie, 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 Poughkeepsie, 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
$17.11 one way
$34.22 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $18.54 | $37.08 |
| premium | $4.88 | $20.20 | $40.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.35 | $46.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.69
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New England Thruway
(2 mi)
$0.14
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.04 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.71 | $6.73 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Poughkeepsie, NY
Afternoon in Poughkeepsie on Sunday
Local time
4:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
3 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
2h 33m 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 Poughkeepsie, NY covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Albany Post Road, Southern State Parkway, NY 9A. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.5 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 $17.11 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 105.1 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 24.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.5 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Babylon, NY and Poughkeepsie, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West, Grandstand, Cross County Parkway West, Bronx Parkway North and Fishkill.
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