Origin
Bohemia, NY
Afternoon in Bohemia on Sunday
Local time
3:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bohemia, NY to Babylon, NY
Drive Time
22m
Distance
14.1 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bohemia, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Babylon, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit across Long Island, the 14.1-mile journey from Bohemia to Babylon is a straightforward endeavor. You can expect to complete this trip in about 22 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of just $2, it is a highly economical route for your commute or local travel. You will navigate through the Northeast region using a combination of Sunrise Highway, the Babylon-Northport Expressway, and Locust Avenue. Because this is a short, efficient drive, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule without the need for complex planning or rest stops.
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
7 miles from Bohemia, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 14.1-mile trek functions primarily as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. While about 9 miles of the trip are spent on highways, the route requires your attention as you transition between local roads and larger arteries. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 10.6-mile segment on Sunrise Highway, which provides a brief period of steady cruising. As you move away from Bohemia, the character of the road shifts from regional connectors to the more suburban flow near Babylon. Expect a mix of fast-paced highway segments and the tighter, more technical navigation typical of local Long Island roadways.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 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 10.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near Sunrise Highway.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 14.1 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 0.9 miles (Sunrise Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
|
Sunrise Highway
Turn right onto Sunrise Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge onto NY 27 / Sunrise Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
11.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward NY 231: Huntington, Babylon
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 40
Toward NY 231: Huntington, Babylon
7
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 27A West: Babylon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward NY 27A West: Babylon
5
13.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
NY 27A / East Main Street
Turn right onto NY 27A / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Babylon-Northport Expressway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Locust Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Carll Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Church Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 10.6 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bohemia, NY and Babylon, NY.
1
Start on Church Street
50 ft
·
8 sec
·
Church Street
2
Turn left onto Locust Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Locust Avenue
3
Turn right onto Sunrise Highway
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward NY 27 west
5
Merge onto NY 27
9.9 mi
·
13 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 40
Toward NY 231: Huntington, Babylon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
8
Turn slight right
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Toward NY 231 South: Babylon
9
Turn straight onto NY 231
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Babylon-Northport Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Toward NY 27A West: Babylon
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto NY 27A
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Main Street
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto South Carll Avenue
68 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Carll Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
South Carll Avenue
Trip Plan
Since the entire drive takes less than half an hour, you have significant freedom regarding your departure time. However, given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert when transitioning from the Babylon-Northport Expressway onto local streets. You do not need to worry about planning for stops, as the duration is short enough to drive straight through without fatigue. Keep your $2 fuel budget in mind when calculating your travel expenses for the day. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage when turning off Sunrise Highway to ensure you stay on your intended path toward Babylon.
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 7 miles from Bohemia, NY, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.6 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 14.1 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
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 Bohemia, 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 Bohemia, NY
This is one driving day of about 14.1 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bohemia, 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 10.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7 mi from Bohemia, NY · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7 miles from Bohemia, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.30 one way
$4.59 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $2.49 | $4.97 |
| premium | $4.88 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.13 | $6.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.23 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Babylon, NY
Afternoon in Babylon on Sunday
Local time
3:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
13 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
22m 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 Bohemia, NY to Babylon, NY covers 14.1 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, Babylon-Northport Expressway, Locust Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7 miles from Bohemia, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.30 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 14.1 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 0.9 miles (Sunrise Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bohemia, NY to Babylon, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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