This 63.4-mile drive from Ossining, NY to Babylon, NY is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 34 minutes on the road, making it an ideal day trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $10, so it's quite budget-friendly. You'll primarily be on the Southern State Parkway, Sprain Brook Parkway, and Clearview Expressway. This route keeps you within New York, traversing familiar northeastern terrain without significant regional shifts. It's a practical journey for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.7 miles from Ossining, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Southern State Parkway
18 mi
22m
Sprain Brook Parkway
12.8 mi
17m
Clearview Expressway
5 mi
5m
Farmingdale Road
3.5 mi
5m
North Columbus Avenue
2.3 mi
3m
NY 9A
2.3 mi
3m
Throgs Neck Expressway
2.2 mi
3m
New England Thruway
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Southern State Parkway
— 18 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ossining, NY and Babylon, NY.
1
Start on NY 133
0.3 mi·50 sec·Upper Croton Avenue
2
Continue on NY 133
0.1 mi·17 sec·Upper Croton Avenue
3
Continue on NY 133
0.3 mi·53 sec·Croton Avenue
4
Turn right onto Pleasantville Road
0.8 mi·2 min·Pleasantville Road
5
Turn straight onto Chappaqua Road
436 ft·16 sec·Chappaqua Road
6
Turn right onto NY 9A
2.3 mi·3 min·NY 9A
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward New York City
8
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
1.9 mi·2 min·Taconic State Parkway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
13 mi·17 min·Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on Bronx River Parkway
0.4 mi·44 sec·Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 11EToward Cross County Parkway East, Mount VernonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
0.7 mi·1 min·Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·34 sec
Exit 8Toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount VernonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto Parkway South
380 ft·15 sec·Parkway South
Toward NY 22
15
Turn right onto NY 22
2.3 mi·3 min·North Columbus Avenue
16
Continue on NY 22
0.2 mi·17 sec·South 3rd Avenue
17
Continue on NY 22
0.3 mi·1 min·Provost Avenue
18
Continue on Conner Street
0.2 mi·21 sec·Conner Street
19
Turn right onto New England Thruway
0.5 mi·59 sec·New England Thruway
20
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward I 95 South
21
Merge onto I 95
1.5 mi·2 min·New England Thruway
22
Continue on I 95
1.3 mi·2 min·Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695
2.2 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 7AToward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long IslandUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 295
5.0 mi·5 min·Clearview Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Continue on NY 24
0.7 mi·1 min·Hollis Court Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
27
At end of road, turn left onto NY 24
0.2 mi·35 sec·Jamaica Avenue
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto Hempstead Avenue
0.9 mi·2 min·Hempstead Avenue
29
Turn right onto 225th Street
228 ft·9 sec·225th Street
Use the right lane.
30
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward Cross Island Parkway South, Verrazano Bridge
31
Merge onto CI
1.3 mi·1 min·Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 25AToward Southern State Parkway East, Eastern Long IslandUse the slight left / straight lanes.
33
Merge onto SO
18 mi·22 min·Southern State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 33Toward NY 109 East: BabylonUse the slight right lane.
35
Turn slight right onto NY 109
3.5 mi·5 min·Farmingdale Road
Use the left lane.
36
Continue on NY 109
0.9 mi·1 min·Little East Neck Road North
37
Turn left onto NY 27A
0.5 mi·49 sec·West Main Street
38
Turn right onto South Carll Avenue
68 ft·2 sec·South Carll Avenue
39
Arrive at destination
South Carll Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 34 minutes, this route offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, though avoiding peak rush hour traffic on the parkways is always a good idea. With only 63.4 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $10, you won't need to worry much about frequent fuel stops. Plan for a single, brief stop if needed, perhaps midway through the longest stretch on the Southern State Parkway. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach your destination in Babylon.
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 31.7 miles from Ossining, NY, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.7 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 20m
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 Ossining, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ossining, NY
This is one driving day of about 63.4 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Ossining, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Southern State Parkway for about 18 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 19.5 and 58.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
19.5 mi into trip|~29m in
Take the exit toward Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon
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 11E
Toward Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon
8
20.6 mi into trip|~32m in
Take the exit toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon
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 8
Toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vern...
9
27.4 mi into trip|~43m in|I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 7A
Toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Is...
8
39.9 mi into trip|~1h 2m 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...
7
58.4 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Take the exit toward NY 109 East: Babylon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33
Toward NY 109 East: Babylon
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.44 one way
$20.87 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$11.28
$22.57
premium
$4.92
$12.29
$24.58
diesel
$5.61
$14.00
$28.00
Estimated Tolls: $6.70
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New England Thruway
(1.5 mi)$0.11
New England Thruway
(0.5 mi)$0.04
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
$10
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19
0
$6.66
$3.04
Efficient EV
15.9
0
$5.55
$2.54
EV Truck/SUV
25.4
0
$8.88
$4.06
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Ossining, NY
Morning
in Ossining on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Babylon, NY
Morning
in Babylon on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
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
12 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
1h 34m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 26.2
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 26.2
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 28.4
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 32.8
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
13 mi from route
~33 min detour
Free
near mile 32.8
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 32.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 69% of the route utilizing parkways and expressways. You'll experience long stretches of consistent driving, including an uninterrupted 18 miles on the Southern State Parkway. The character of the roads is geared towards efficiency, with limited opportunities for spontaneous stops along the main thoroughfares. While not a winding scenic route, it offers a predictable and relatively smooth progression through suburban and parkway environments. Expect a steady pace for most of your journey.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18 mi on Southern State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern State Parkway and Sprain Brook Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.4 miles you will encounter 25 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 19.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.4 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ossining, NY and Babylon, NY, road signs point toward New York City, Cross County Parkway East, Mount Vernon, Long Island, Cross Island Parkway South and Southern State Parkway East - among others.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18 miles on Southern State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.70 in tolls one way, starting with Throgs Neck Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Babylon, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 27.4 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Babylon, NY before heading back.
