How far is North Babylon, NY from Astoria, NY?
The driving distance from North Babylon, NY to Astoria, NY is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Babylon and Astoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Babylon and Astoria.
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Start on Sunrise Highway
23.5 mi · 31 min · Sunrise Highway
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Take the exit straight toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
712 ft · 18 sec
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Merge slight left onto Belt Parkway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Belt Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Belt Parkway
2314 ft · 39 sec · Belt Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge
2747 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway
2266 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left
1062 ft · 26 sec
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Continue on Van Wyck Expressway
2.8 mi · 3 min · Van Wyck Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward Grand Central Parkway, La Guardia Airport, RFK Bridge
2611 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Grand Central Parkway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Grand Central Parkway
3.3 mi · 5 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on Grand Central Parkway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Grand Central Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward 31st Street
1346 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto 31st Street
100 m · 16 sec · 31st Street
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Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard South
2307 ft · 2 min · Astoria Boulevard South
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Turn left onto 21st Street
1005 ft · 28 sec · 21st Street
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Turn right onto 30th Avenue
1129 ft · 41 sec · 30th Avenue
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Turn sharp right onto 12th Street
118 m · 19 sec · 12th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 12th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Babylon and Astoria.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Sunrise Highway
Start on Sunrise Highway
23.5 mi · 00h 31m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Showers Likely leaving North Babylon and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Astoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Babylon to Astoria?
The road trip is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km) and usually takes 01h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lynbrook is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from North Babylon and 23.2 miles from Astoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.01 one way or $12.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around North Babylon and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Astoria.
Stop Ideas Near Lynbrook
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Babylon and Astoria. Straight-line distance: 32.08 mi (51.62 km).
#1 North Babylon
Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York
| Population | 17,509 |
| Coordinates | 40.7164900, -73.3217900 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Astoria
Astoria is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.7720500, -73.9301400 |
| Altitude | 7 |
| Country | United States |
End: 12th Street (-73.930134, 40.77205)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.01 | $6.01 | $12.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $6.72 | $13.44 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $7.29 | $14.58 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
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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