Triplets Family Restaurant
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 8m
Distance
241.1 mi
388 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
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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Newark Valley, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 241.1-mile journey from Babylon, NY, to Newark Valley, NY, will take you approximately 5 hours and 8 minutes of driving time. Given the duration and distance, it's entirely feasible as a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure. You'll navigate primarily via the Christopher Columbus Highway, I-81, and I-380, with 56% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $40. This route offers a mixed driving experience as you transition across New York State, making it a straightforward drive for those looking to cover ground efficiently.
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
120.5 miles from Babylon, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Christopher Columbus Highway | 68.2 mi | 1h 20m |
| I 81 | 58.1 mi | 1h 9m |
| I 380 | 27.7 mi | 30m |
| Southern State Parkway | 17.9 mi | 22m |
| Keystone Shortway | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| Cross Bronx Expressway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 38B | 4.9 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Babylon, NY and Newark Valley, 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
Take the exit
Turn straight onto NY 17C
Continue on NY 17C
Continue on NY 17C
Turn right onto NY 26
Continue on NY 26
Turn left onto NY 38B
Continue on NY 38B
Continue on NY 38B
At end of road, turn right onto NY 38
Turn right onto Rock Street
Arrive at destination
For this 5-hour, 8-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Babylon to maximize daylight and enjoy a more relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop and a manageable distance, you have the flexibility to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before heading onto longer highway stretches like the 68.2 miles on the Christopher Columbus Highway, as services can be spaced out. Planning your fuel stops ahead of time will ensure a smooth journey without unexpected delays, and the estimated $40 fuel cost is a good budget baseline.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 53 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.5 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newark Valley, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Babylon, NY
This is one driving day of about 241.1 miles and 5h 8m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
121 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 53 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 120.5 miles from Babylon, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Christopher Columbus Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · around the midpoint
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Bosphorus Restaurant
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Chuck E. Cheese
Paramus, New Jersey
Best coffee break · early in the drive
Hackensack, New Jersey
Early in the drive, short detour
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+12012563010
Wonderland Play and Party
South Hackensack, New Jersey
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Hours: 5 am–9 pm
+15704216566
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm
+19733359690
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Paramus, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–9 pm
+12014871088
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~9 min detour
Mountain Lakes, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–9 pm
+19732993399
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
College Point, New York
Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm
+13473684407
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~9 min detour
Boonton, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19739173334
Visit websiteNear the start, ~10 min detour
Flushing, New York
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19175637223
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, ~11 min detour
Livingston, New Jersey
Hours: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
+19733151616
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Hackensack, New Jersey
Hours: 7 am–7 pm
+12012563010
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
South Hackensack, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+12014265898
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vestal, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Johnson City, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Mt Pocono, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Vestal, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+19499452000
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
New Milford, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15704652974
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
New Milford, Pennsylvania
Hours: Open 24 hours
+15704652974
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, ~9 min detour
Randolph, New Jersey
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Binghamton, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Paramus, New Jersey
Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm
+12017334359
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Lodi, New Jersey
Hours: 1–7 pm
+18628997674
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Paramus, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–8 pm
+12016202125
Visit websiteNear the start, short detour
Lindenhurst, New York
Hours: 7 am–10 pm
+16317861136
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Parsippany, New Jersey
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+19732637254
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Hackensack, New Jersey
Hours: 12–9 pm
+12014401329
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Hackensack, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–12 pm
+12013433545
Visit websiteEarly in the drive, short detour
Fairfield, New Jersey
Hours: 11 am–10 pm
+19738822900
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
$39.69 one way
$79.37 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $42.91 | $85.83 |
| premium | $4.92 | $46.73 | $93.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $53.23 | $106.46 |
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
$40
Tolls
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 72.3 | 0 | $25.32 | $11.57 |
| Efficient EV | 60.3 | 0 | $21.10 | $9.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 96.4 | 1 | $33.75 | $15.43 |
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Newark Valley on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
63°F
Ramapo, NY
121 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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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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The character of this drive is best described as a mixed experience, with a substantial 56% of the route utilizing highways for swift progress. You'll encounter the Christopher Columbus Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 68.2 miles, offering a consistent driving pace. As you proceed, the roads will transition, incorporating sections of I-81 and I-380. This blend means you'll experience both open highway cruising and potentially more varied road conditions as you near your destination in Newark Valley.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 33 significant decision points across 241.1 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 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 Newark Valley, NY, road signs point toward Cross Island Parkway North, Hempstead Avenue West, Grandstand, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack and Hackensack.
Cross Island Parkway North
Hempstead Avenue West
Grandstand
Upper Level
Njtp South: Hackensack
Hackensack
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 8m. Total distance: 241.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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