How far is West Babylon, NY from Queens, NY?
Fastest route
The distance from West Babylon, New York, to Queens, New York, is approximately 28.2 miles (45.3 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 50 minutes via I-495 W, with some usual traffic.
Directions
- 🚗 Head northwest on Little E Neck Rd toward Manhattan Ave.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Colonial Springs Rd.
- 🚗 Turn right onto Pinelawn Rd.
- 🚗 Turn left onto N Service Rd.
- 🚗 Use the left lane to merge onto I-495 W via the ramp to New York.
- 🚗 Follow I-495 W to Horace Harding Expy in Queens, New York. Take exit 25 from I-495 W.
- 🚗 Take exit 25 toward Utopia Pkwy/164 St. Merge onto Horace Harding Expy.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Utopia Pkwy. Merge onto Utopia Pkwy and continue to 175th St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid heavier traffic.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🗺️ Use GPS or a navigation app to stay on track and find alternate routes if needed.
- ☕ Take a short break during the trip to stretch your legs and refresh.
- 🚓 Be mindful of speed limits and traffic rules to ensure a safe journey.
- 🚙 Carpool with friends or family to reduce travel costs and environmental impact.
- 🌇 Enjoy the scenic drive as you approach Queens, New York, with its diverse neighborhoods and attractions.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.
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.
The county seat of Stephenson County, Illinois.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Babylon and Queens.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Babylon and Queens.
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Start on Little East Neck Road North
1639 ft · 40 sec · Little East Neck Road North
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Turn left onto Arthur Avenue
147 m · 15 sec · Arthur Avenue
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Turn right onto Jerome Avenue
68 m · 10 sec · Jerome Avenue
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Turn right onto Sunrise Highway
1165 ft · 22 sec · Sunrise Highway
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Take the ramp slight left toward NY 27 West
144 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Sunrise Highway
21.6 mi · 29 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
1.3 mi · 2 min · Belt Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Rockaway Boulevard
898 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight onto North Conduit Avenue
1579 ft · 46 sec · North Conduit Avenue
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Turn right onto Rockaway Boulevard
2540 ft · 51 sec · Rockaway Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on Rockaway Boulevard
2.7 mi · 7 min · Rockaway Boulevard
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Turn right onto 103rd Street
803 ft · 37 sec · 103rd Street
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Turn right onto Liberty Avenue
78 m · 12 sec · Liberty Avenue
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Turn right onto 104th Street
63 m · 9 sec · 104th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 104th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Babylon and Queens.
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
Merge slight left onto Sunrise Highway
21.6 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving West Babylon and Partly Sunny near Queens.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Babylon to Queens?
The road trip is about 29.2 miles (47 km) and usually takes 00h 50m 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?
Freeport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.8 miles from West Babylon and 15.3 miles from Queens.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.4 miles (40.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.61 one way or $9.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around West Babylon and Partly Sunny near Queens.
Stop Ideas Near Freeport
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Freeport.
New Rochelle station
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Stamford Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Babylon and Queens. Straight-line distance: 25.39 mi (40.86 km).
#1 West Babylon
Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York
| Population | 43,213 |
| Coordinates | 40.7181600, -73.3542900 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Queens
The most populous borough of New York City.
| Population | 2,339,150 |
| Coordinates | 40.6814900, -73.8365200 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: 104th Street (-73.836696, 40.681442)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.47 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.99 | $5.14 | $10.29 |
| Premium | $5.39 | $5.55 | $11.10 |
| Diesel | $6.42 | $6.61 | $13.23 |
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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