Origin
Centerport, NY
Afternoon in Centerport on Thursday
Local time
12:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Centerport, NY to Babylon, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
6h 30m
Distance
301.5 mi
485 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 18m
★
6 AM
6h 31m
8 AM
6h 55m
10 AM
6h 39m
12 PM
6h 37m
3 PM
6h 40m
5 PM
6h 54m
8 PM
6h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Centerport, NY
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Babylon, NY
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Trip Overview
This 301.5-mile journey from Centerport, NY to Babylon, NY is a substantial undertaking, estimated to take around 6 hours and 30 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost of approximately $50, this route is best suited for a single, dedicated day of travel rather than an overnight split. The drive predominantly utilizes I 81 and the Keystone Shortway, with a portion on I 380, offering a mix of highway and more winding local roads. Given its duration and the nature of the roads, plan for a full day behind the wheel as you traverse 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
150.7 miles from Centerport, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 30m. Total distance: 301.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 30m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that comprises 58% highway driving. While there are stretches on major routes like I 81, the overall character suggests frequent changes in direction and road type. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 98.8 miles on I 81, providing a period of consistent highway travel. However, be prepared for the road to become more intricate and require more active navigation as you move between these main arteries and local connections, making it a dynamic driving experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 59 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 81 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.8 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 140.7 miles in near US 6.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 39 significant decision points across 301.5 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 140.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 39 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
140.7 mi into trip
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~3h 8m 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
255.3 mi into trip
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~5h 24m 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
255.6 mi into trip
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~5h 24m 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
265 mi into trip
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~5h 39m 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
278 mi into trip
|
~5h 58m 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 Centerport, 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
140.7 mi in
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~3h 8m
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via US 6
Milford
141.5 mi in
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~3h 9m
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via I 84; I 380
New York City
255.3 mi in
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~5h 24m
Leonia
255.6 mi in
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~5h 24m
Teaneck
255.6 mi in
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~5h 24m
George Washington Bridge Upper Level
257.8 mi in
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~5h 29m
Cross Island Parkway South
276.4 mi in
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~5h 55m
Southern State Parkway East
278 mi in
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~5h 58m
Eastern Long Island
278 mi in
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~5h 58m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 81 | 98.8 mi | 1h 57m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Southern State Parkway | 18 mi | 22m |
| East Lake Road | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| State Highway 41 | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 5.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Centerport, NY and Babylon, NY.
1
Start on Centerport Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Centerport Road
2
Turn right onto NY 31
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 31
3
Continue on NY 31
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Erie Drive
4
Turn right onto East Brutus Street
484 ft
·
16 sec
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East Brutus Street
5
Turn right onto South Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
6
Continue on Weedsport Sennett Road
3.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Weedsport Sennett Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto NY 5
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Grant Avenue
8
Turn left onto Chestnut Ridge Road
2.1 mi
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4 min
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Chestnut Ridge Road
9
Continue on Pine Ridge Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Pine Ridge Road
10
Turn left onto US 20
2.5 mi
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3 min
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East Genesee Street
11
Continue on US 20
2.2 mi
·
4 min
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West Genesee Street Road
12
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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East Lake Street
13
Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi
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13 min
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East Lake Road
14
Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi
·
7 min
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State Route 41
15
Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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East Lake Road
16
Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi
·
13 min
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State Highway 41
17
Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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North West Street
18
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
20
Merge onto I 81
45 mi
·
54 min
·
I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
Use the straight lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 6
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
Use the straight lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 380
Exit 4
Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
25
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
26
Merge onto I 80
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
27
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level
Use the slight right lane.
28
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.
29
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Use the slight right lane.
30
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 70A
Toward Leonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft
·
9 sec
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Degraw Avenue
32
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Continue on CR 56
469 ft
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
34
Take the ramp
472 ft
·
12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
35
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.
36
Take the exit
312 ft
·
4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
37
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 EXPR
39
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.
40
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
41
Continue on I 95; US 1
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
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.
43
Merge onto I 295
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
44
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Continue on NY 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
47
At end of road, turn left onto NY 24
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Jamaica Avenue
Use the left lane.
48
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hempstead Avenue
49
Turn right onto 225th Street
228 ft
·
9 sec
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225th Street
Use the right lane.
50
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
51
Merge onto CI
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
52
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 25A
Toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
53
Merge onto SO
18 mi
·
22 min
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Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
54
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 33
Toward NY 109 East: Babylon
Use the slight right lane.
55
Turn slight right onto NY 109
3.5 mi
·
5 min
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Farmingdale Road
Use the left lane.
56
Continue on NY 109
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Little East Neck Road North
57
Turn left onto NY 27A
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
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West Main Street
58
Turn right onto South Carll Avenue
68 ft
·
2 sec
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South Carll Avenue
59
Arrive at destination
South Carll Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 301.5-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you begin in New York. With a total duration of 6 hours and 30 minutes, you'll want to pace yourself, perhaps planning for one significant stop to break up the journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $50, and ensure you're topped off before heading into longer stretches. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to navigation as you transition from the Keystone Shortway onto other roads, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile indicates frequent adjustments will be necessary.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 150.7 miles from Centerport, NY, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 66 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 150.7 miles or 3h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 15m
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 Centerport, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Centerport, NY
This is one driving day of about 301.5 miles and 6h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Centerport, 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 I 81 for about 98.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 150.7 mi from Centerport, NY · 3h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
151 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 150.7 miles from Centerport, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 81 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.8 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.63 one way
$99.26 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $53.66 | $107.33 |
| premium | $4.92 | $58.44 | $116.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.57 | $133.13 |
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
$50
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$97–$122
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 105.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.5 | 1 | $31.66 | $14.47 |
| Efficient EV | 75.4 | 0 | $26.38 | $12.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 120.6 | 1 | $42.21 | $19.30 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 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
Afternoon in Babylon on Thursday
Local time
12:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
57°F
Ramapo, NY
151 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
2 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
6h 30m 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 Centerport, NY to Babylon, NY covers 301.5 miles and takes about 6h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 81, Keystone Shortway, I 380. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 150.7 miles from Centerport, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.63 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 1 meaningful break 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 39 significant decision points across 301.5 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 140.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 255.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Centerport, 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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