Origin
West Babylon, NY
Evening in West Babylon on Sunday
Local time
5:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Babylon, NY to Islip, NY
Drive Time
14m
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 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Babylon, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Islip, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip from West Babylon to Islip, you are looking at a short 8.7-mile journey that typically takes about 14 minutes. This local transit is perfect for a one-day excursion, as it requires minimal planning and very little time behind the wheel. Budgeting is straightforward, with fuel costs estimated at around $1 for the entire trip. Since both towns are located in the Northeast region of New York, you will remain within the same familiar geography throughout the drive. This route is ideal for those who prefer staying off the major interstates and navigating through local neighborhoods instead.
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 West Babylon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating via Sunrise Highway, East Main Street, and 3rd Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 4.9-mile segment along Sunrise Highway, which provides a brief consistent pace. Because this drive relies entirely on local roads, you should stay alert for frequent turns and changing speed zones. It is a practical, utilitarian route that gets you from point A to point B without any monotonous highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 4.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Rowland Place.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Rowland Place): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (South Jerome Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Rowland Place
Turn left onto Rowland Place
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Jerome Avenue
Turn left onto South Jerome Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m 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 lane.
8
5.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the exit toward CR 13: Fifth Avenue, Bay Shore, Brentwood
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 43
Toward CR 13: Fifth Avenue, Bay Shore, Brentwoo...
7
6.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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NY 27A / East Main Street
At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A / East Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between West Babylon, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Bay Shore and Brentwood.
Bay Shore
5.1 mi in
|
~7m
Brentwood
5.1 mi in
|
~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Highway | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Little East Neck Road North | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Montauk Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Jerome Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Rowland Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunrise Highway
— 4.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Babylon, NY and Islip, NY.
1
Start on Little East Neck Road North
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Little East Neck Road North
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto Rowland Place
247 ft
·
12 sec
·
Rowland Place
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto South Jerome Avenue
355 ft
·
13 sec
·
South Jerome Avenue
4
Turn right onto Sunrise Highway
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
5
Take the ramp
460 ft
·
11 sec
Toward NY 27 East
6
Merge onto NY 27
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 43
Toward CR 13: Fifth Avenue, Bay Shore, Brentwood
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto Sunrise Highway
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Sunrise Highway
9
Turn right onto 3rd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
3rd Avenue
10
At end of road, turn straight onto CR 57
191 ft
·
5 sec
·
Roosevelt Street
11
Continue on CR 57
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
3rd Avenue
Use the none lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto NY 27A
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on Montauk Highway
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Montauk Highway
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on NY 27A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the none lane.
15
Arrive at destination
NY 27A
Trip Plan
Since this is such a brief 14-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time and pace. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops or overnight stays, as the journey is short enough to complete in one go. Keep in mind that because this route is entirely local, traffic patterns on 3rd Avenue and East Main Street can fluctuate, so checking local conditions before you pull out of the driveway is a smart move. Given the low fuel cost of $1, you can focus your attention on navigating the various turns rather than worrying about logistics. Make sure to keep your eyes on the road signs as you transition between the three main streets to ensure you stay on the most 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 West Babylon, NY, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.9 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 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.3 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Islip, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West 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 West Babylon, NY
This is one driving day of about 8.7 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from West 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 4.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.3 mi from West Babylon, NY · 6m 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 West Babylon, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Islip, NY
The final approach into Islip, 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, 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, NY
Evening in Islip on Sunday
Local time
5:05 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
14m 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 West Babylon, NY to Islip, NY covers 8.7 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunrise Highway, East Main Street, 3rd Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.3 miles from West 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Rowland Place): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (South Jerome Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (NY 27 / Sunrise Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between West Babylon, NY and Islip, NY, road signs point toward Bay Shore and Brentwood.
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