Origin
Seneca Falls, NY
Afternoon in Seneca Falls on Wednesday
Local time
3:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seneca Falls, NY to Babylon, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
6h 33m
Distance
309.2 mi
498 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$51
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 21m
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6 AM
6h 34m
8 AM
6h 58m
10 AM
6h 42m
12 PM
6h 40m
3 PM
6h 43m
5 PM
6h 57m
8 PM
6h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seneca Falls, NY
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Babylon, NY
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 309.2-mile journey from Seneca Falls, NY, to Babylon, NY, with an estimated drive time of 6 hours and 33 minutes. This route is best tackled in a single day, making it an efficient option for a quick trip. You'll encounter a mix of major highways, including I-81 and I-380, contributing to a 57% highway share. Budget around $50 for fuel for this drive. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local experience, so prepare for more varied driving conditions than a pure interstate cruise. This trip stays within the Northeast region, offering a straightforward transit between two New York destinations.
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
154.6 miles from Seneca Falls, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a less predictable and more engaging experience than a simple interstate trek. While 57% of the route is on highways, the presence of I-81 and I-380 indicates significant stretches of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 98.8 miles on I-81, offering a period of consistent cruising. However, expect the road to change frequently, with numerous turns and local road segments interspersed with highway portions. This dynamic profile means you'll need to stay attentive as the driving conditions evolve throughout the 309.2 miles.
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.
Cayuga Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,834 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
2,301 ft
Total Descent
2,746 ft
Highest Point
1,834 ft
~176.7 mi in
Elevation Range
1,827 ft
Notable High Points
824 ft at ~220.9 miles
+521 ft prominence
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 33m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Seneca Falls, NY to Babylon, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cayuga Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Auburn Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clark Street Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dill Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Loop Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Genesee Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Genesee Street Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Cayuga Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seneca Falls, NY and Babylon, NY.
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Start on the route
105 ft
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8 sec
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the route
2
Turn right
59 ft
·
7 sec
3
Turn right
279 ft
·
27 sec
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto Cayuga Street
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
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Cayuga Street
5
Continue on Auburn Road
4.4 mi
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5 min
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Auburn Road
6
Continue on Clark Street Road
9.6 mi
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11 min
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Clark Street Road
7
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft
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12 sec
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State Street
8
Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi
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22 sec
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Dill Street
9
Continue on Loop Road
459 ft
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17 sec
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Loop Road
10
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi
·
9 min
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Genesee Street
11
Continue on West Genesee Street Road
2.2 mi
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4 min
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West Genesee Street Road
12
Turn right onto East Lake Street
0.5 mi
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45 sec
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East Lake Street
13
Continue on East Lake Road
9.4 mi
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13 min
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East Lake Road
14
Continue on State Route 41
4.8 mi
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7 min
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State Route 41
15
Continue on East Lake Road
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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East Lake Road
16
Continue on State Highway 41
9.8 mi
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13 min
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State Highway 41
17
Turn right onto North West Street
1.2 mi
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2 min
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North West Street
18
Take the ramp left
0.7 mi
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1 min
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Binghamton
0.3 mi
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34 sec
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I 81 South: Binghamton
20
Merge slight left
45 mi
·
54 min
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Scranton
53 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
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I 81 South: Scranton
22
Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
23
Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
3.7 mi
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4 min
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I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
24
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
24 mi
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25 min
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I 380 South: Mount Pocono
25
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1.0 mi
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1 min
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I 80 East: Stroudsburg
26
Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
80 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
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Keystone Shortway
27
Keep slight right to continue on Christopher Columbus Highway
5.5 mi
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5 min
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Christopher Columbus Highway
28
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
0.3 mi
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23 sec
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I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
29
Keep slight right to continue on Leonia, Teaneck
0.4 mi
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38 sec
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Leonia, Teaneck
30
Turn right onto Leonia
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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Leonia
31
Turn straight onto Degraw Avenue
453 ft
·
9 sec
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Degraw Avenue
32
Continue on Fort Lee Road
1.1 mi
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2 min
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Fort Lee Road
33
Continue on Main Street
469 ft
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13 sec
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Main Street
34
Take the ramp left toward George Washington Bridge
472 ft
·
13 sec
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George Washington Bridge
35
Merge slight left onto Bergen Boulevard
0.3 mi
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29 sec
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Bergen Boulevard
36
Take the exit slight left toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
312 ft
·
5 sec
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George Washington Bridge Upper Level
37
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
38
Keep slight left
0.8 mi
·
1 min
39
Continue on George Washington Bridge (upper level)
0.6 mi
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1 min
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
40
Continue on Trans-Manhattan Expressway
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
41
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
4.7 mi
·
6 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
42
Keep slight right to continue on Cross Bronx Expressway
2.0 mi
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2 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
43
Merge slight left onto Throgs Neck Expressway
0.6 mi
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58 sec
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Throgs Neck Expressway
44
Continue on Throgs Neck Bridge
2.0 mi
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3 min
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Throgs Neck Bridge
45
Continue on Clearview Expressway
5.0 mi
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5 min
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Clearview Expressway
46
Continue on Hollis Court Boulevard
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Hollis Court Boulevard
47
At the end of the road, turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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Jamaica Avenue
48
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi
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2 min
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Hempstead Avenue
49
Turn right onto 225th Street
226 ft
·
10 sec
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225th Street
50
Take the ramp straight toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
0.2 mi
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29 sec
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Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
51
Merge slight left onto Cross Island Parkway
1.3 mi
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1 min
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Cross Island Parkway
52
Take the exit slight left toward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long Island
53
Merge slight left onto Southern State Parkway
18 mi
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22 min
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Southern State Parkway
54
Take the exit slight right toward NY 109 East: Babylon
0.2 mi
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35 sec
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NY 109 East: Babylon
55
Turn slight right onto Farmingdale Road
3.5 mi
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5 min
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Farmingdale Road
56
Continue on Little East Neck Road North
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Little East Neck Road North
57
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
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50 sec
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West Main Street
58
Turn right onto South Carll Avenue
69 ft
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3 sec
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South Carll Avenue
59
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 6 hour and 33-minute duration, this trip is comfortably manageable as a single-day adventure. Aim to depart early in the morning to maximize daylight and allow ample time for the one recommended stop, ensuring you don't feel rushed. The $50 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading into longer stretches like the 98.8 miles on I-81. Since it's a single-day drive, the flexibility in your schedule is an advantage, allowing you to adjust for traffic or take brief breaks as needed.
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 154.6 miles from Seneca Falls, NY, or about 3h 16m into the drive.
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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 154.6 miles or 3h 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 5h 22m
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 Seneca Falls, 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 Seneca Falls, NY
This is one driving day of about 309.2 miles and 6h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Seneca Falls, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 154.6 mi from Seneca Falls, NY · 3h 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
155 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 154.6 miles from Seneca Falls, 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
$50.90 one way
$101.79 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
108 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $55.04 | $110.07 |
| premium | $4.92 | $59.93 | $119.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $68.27 | $136.53 |
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
$51
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 108.2 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 | 92.8 | 1 | $32.47 | $14.84 |
| Efficient EV | 77.3 | 0 | $27.05 | $12.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 123.7 | 1 | $43.29 | $19.79 |
Gas CO2
108 kg
EV CO2
36 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 Wednesday
Local time
3:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 10 mph
5% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
57°F
Ramapo, NY
155 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
24 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
6h 33m 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 Seneca Falls, NY to Babylon, NY covers 309.2 miles and takes about 6h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cayuga Street, Auburn Road, Clark Street Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 154.6 miles from Seneca Falls, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $50.90 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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 33m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Seneca Falls, NY to Babylon, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Seneca Falls, NY to Babylon, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 7 ft to 1,834 ft elevation with about 2,301 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
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