Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
Hollis, New York
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13322041966
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 58m
Distance
387.4 mi
623 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Babylon, NY
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Batavia, NY
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This 387.4-mile drive from Babylon, NY, to Batavia, NY, is a substantial journey best tackled in a single day, estimated to take 7 hours and 58 minutes of pure driving time. You'll primarily be on major highways, with 67% of the route being interstate travel, making it a highway-focused experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $64, it's an economical trip for a full day's travel. This route cuts across New York State, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region, so expect a consistent regional feel throughout. You'll make about 2 stops along the way, breaking up the nearly 8-hour commitment.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
193.7 miles from Babylon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 1m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 86 | 100 mi | 1h 56m |
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 81 | 58.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| Genesee Expressway | 38.6 mi | 44m |
| I 380 | 27.7 mi | 30m |
| Southern State Parkway | 17.9 mi | 22m |
| Keystone Shortway | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| Ellicott Street Road | 10.3 mi | 15m |
Step-by-step road directions between Babylon, NY and Batavia, NY.
Start on South Carll Avenue
Turn left onto NY 27A
Turn right onto NY 109
Continue on NY 109
Take the ramp
Merge onto SO
Take the exit
Merge onto CI
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto NY 24
Turn left onto Jamaica Avenue
Turn right onto NY 24
Continue on I 295
Continue on I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; NJTP
Take the exit
Continue on I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork onto I 80
Take the exit
Continue on I 380
Merge onto I 81
Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 390
Take the exit
Turn right onto NY 408
Continue on NY 63
Turn left onto NY 63
Enter roundabout onto NY 63
Continue on NY 63
Continue on NY 63
Continue on NY 63
Continue on NY 63
Turn right onto Cedar Street
Turn left onto NY 5
Arrive at destination
To make the most of this 7 hour and 58 minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Babylon to avoid potential traffic, especially as you begin your journey. With 2 recommended stops, plan them strategically to break up the 387.4 miles. The longest stretch without a break is 100 miles on I 86, so ensure you're fueled and rested before entering that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $64 is a helpful budget point, but always factor in potential price variations. Given it's a single-day drive, flexibility with your stops is key.
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.
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 85 miles or 1h 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 193.7 miles or 4h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Batavia, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Babylon, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Babylon, NY
This is one driving day of about 387.4 miles and 7h 58m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
194 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.
A short stop after about 85 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 193.7 miles from Babylon, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 86 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Hollis, New York
Near the start, right off the route
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13322041966
Hainan
Flushing, New York
Near the start, right off the route
Hollis, New York
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13322041966
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Flushing, New York
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19175637223
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Little Neck, New York
Hours: 1–9 pm
+17182254949
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Queens, New York
Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm
+17183477136
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Floral Park, New York
Hours: 12–10 pm
+15163267769
Visit websiteNear the start, ~9 min detour
Totowa, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–3 pm
+19735955595
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Glen Rock, New Jersey
Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm
+12013893535
Visit websiteNear the start, ~11 min detour
Forest Hills, New York
Hours: 12–9 pm
+13475310873
Visit websiteNear the end, right off the route
Batavia, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18447982438
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Batavia, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18334662474
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
New Milford, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15704652974
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, right off the route
New Milford, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15704652974
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Batavia, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Batavia, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Johnson City, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lindenhurst, New York
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+16317861136
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Lodi, New Jersey
Hours: 1–7 pm
+18628997674
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Deer Park, New York
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+16318932100
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 24.7 and 46.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight left at fork toward NY 24 West: Hempstead Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward Hempstead Avenue West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Paterson, Hackensack
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$63.77 one way
$127.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $68.95 | $137.91 |
| premium | $4.92 | $75.09 | $150.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $85.53 | $171.07 |
Estimated Tolls: $22.83
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
$64
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$112–$137
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 135.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 116.2 | 1 | $40.68 | $18.60 |
| Efficient EV | 96.9 | 1 | $33.90 | $15.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 155 | 1 | $54.24 | $24.79 |
Gas CO2
136 kg
EV CO2
45 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Babylon on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 4:26PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Destination
Late night in Batavia on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
49°F
Ramapo, NY
194 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a drive that is predominantly highway-based, with 67% of the miles on interstates. This means you'll experience significant stretches of efficient, high-speed travel. The longest uninterrupted segment is a notable 100 miles on I 86, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While largely a highway profile, you'll also navigate parts of Christopher Columbus Highway and I 81, which can offer slightly different driving dynamics. Overall, it's a route designed for covering ground efficiently rather than winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 86 and Christopher Columbus Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.7 miles in.
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 35 significant decision points across 387.4 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 43.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Babylon, NY and Batavia, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West, Grandstand, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack and Hackensack - among others.
Cross Island Parkway North
Hempstead Avenue West
Grandstand
Upper Level
Njtp South: Hackensack
Hackensack
Letchworth Park
Founded 1802
Batavia is a city and town in Genesee County, New York.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 58m. Total distance: 387.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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