How far is Massapequa, NY from Babylon, NY?
Fastest route
The distance between Massapequa, New York, and Babylon, New York is approximately 9.2 miles (14.8 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 24 minutes via NY-27A E. Here are the directions to get from Massapequa to Babylon:
Directions
Take NY-27 E and NY-27A E to S Carll Ave in Babylon. The total travel time is approximately 23 minutes covering a distance of 9.2 miles.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan Ahead: Before starting your journey, check for any possible road closures or traffic conditions along the route.
- 🛣️ Stay on NY-27A: NY-27A is the most efficient route to reach Babylon, so it's best to follow it consistently.
- ⛽ Fuel Up: Ensure that your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey, especially if you're going on a longer trip.
- 🚦 Be Patient at Intersections: Some intersections may experience heavy traffic, so be patient and follow traffic rules.
- 🚘 Watch for Speed Limits: Pay attention to speed limit signs along the way to avoid any potential speeding tickets.
- 🗺️ Use GPS or Navigation Apps: Consider using GPS or navigation apps to stay on track and find the best route in real-time.
- 🚧 Be Prepared for Roadwork: Check for any ongoing roadwork or construction that may cause delays and plan accordingly.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 21m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Massapequa and Babylon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Massapequa and Babylon.
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Start on Hicksville Road
1744 ft · 31 sec · Hicksville Road
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Turn left onto Sunrise Highway
6.2 mi · 8 min · Sunrise Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 109
670 ft · 14 sec · Sunrise Highway South Service Road
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Turn slight right onto NY 109 East: Babylon
893 ft · 39 sec
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Turn straight onto Farmingdale Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Farmingdale Road
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Continue on Little East Neck Road North
1.4 km · 2 min · Little East Neck Road North
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2483 ft · 50 sec · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Carll Avenue
21 m · 3 sec · South Carll Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Carll Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Massapequa and Babylon.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Sunrise Highway
Turn left onto Sunrise Highway
6.23 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Massapequa to Babylon?
The road trip is about 13.8 miles (22.2 km) and usually takes 00h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Copiague is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.7 miles from Massapequa and 9.1 miles from Babylon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.8 miles (12.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.96 one way or $3.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.4 kg one way.
Stop Ideas Near Copiague
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Town of Babylon History Museum at Old Town Hall
Babylon Town Hall Annex
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Copiague.
New Rochelle station
Stamford Transportation Center
Pennsylvania Station
Yonkers station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Massapequa and Babylon. Straight-line distance: 7.85 mi (12.64 km).
#1 Massapequa
Census-designated place in New York, United States
| Population | 21,685 |
| Coordinates | 40.6806600, -73.4742900 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Babylon
A town in Suffolk County, New York.
| Population | 218,223 |
| Coordinates | 40.6956600, -73.3256800 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Carll Avenue (-73.325726, 40.695653)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 22 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 10m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $1.96 | $3.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $2.20 | $4.39 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $2.38 | $4.76 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $2.30 | $4.60 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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