Origin
Beekman, NY
Evening in Beekman on Sunday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beekman, NY to New York City, NY
Drive Time
1h 51m
Distance
72.8 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 57m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beekman, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Traveling from Beekman to New York City covers approximately 72.8 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 51 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it requires no overnight stops to complete the journey comfortably. You should budget roughly $11 for fuel to get from the Hudson Valley into the heart of the city. Because both locations are situated within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent geographical feel throughout the transit. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects the quiet of upstate New York directly to the urban landscape. This is an ideal commute if you are looking for efficiency rather than a leisurely multi-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.4 miles from Beekman, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip dominated by parkways, as 88% of your time will be spent on highways. Your journey relies on a sequence of the Taconic State Parkway, the Saw Mill River Parkway, and the Henry Hudson Parkway. You will experience your longest uninterrupted stretch of driving during the initial 37.3 miles on the Taconic State Parkway, which sets a steady pace for the first half of the trip. The transition between these parkways creates a fluid, high-speed experience rather than a series of technical local turns. As you move toward the city, the road personality shifts from open corridors to the more dense traffic patterns typical of the metropolitan approach.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Taconic State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 37.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
704 ft
9 ft
Total Climb
540 ft
Total Descent
885 ft
Highest Point
704 ft
~21.2 mi in
Elevation Range
695 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR 9 / Beekman Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 72.8 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: near the start (CR 9 / Beekman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CR 9 / Beekman Road
Turn right onto CR 9 / Beekman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
3 mi into trip
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~5m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
40.6 mi into trip
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~56m in
Take the exit toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3
Toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
7
41.1 mi into trip
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~57m in
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Saw Mill River Parkway
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
7
56.9 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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HH / Henry Hudson Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto HH / Henry Hudson Parkway toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
Towns Along This Route
Between Beekman, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Yonkers and Henry Hudson Parkway South.
Yonkers
40.6 mi in
|
~56m
Henry Hudson Parkway South
56.9 mi in
|
~1h 19m
|
via HH
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Taconic State Parkway | 37.3 mi | 50m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 15.5 mi | 21m |
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| Beekman Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| 12th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Street | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Side Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| 11th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Taconic State Parkway
— 37.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beekman, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on this road
42 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR 9
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Beekman Road
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
37 mi
·
50 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 3
Toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on HH
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto HH
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on NY 9A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Side Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on NY 9A
1.8 mi
·
5 min
·
12th Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on NY 9A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Avenue
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on NY 9A
1.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto Chambers Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Chambers Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Church Street
458 ft
·
25 sec
·
Church Street
15
Turn right onto Duane Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Duane Street
16
Turn right onto Broadway
379 ft
·
18 sec
·
Broadway
17
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule, though monitoring traffic patterns on these specific parkways is always wise. You do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops given the sub-two-hour duration, allowing you to drive straight through if you prefer. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind when filling up, as prices can fluctuate significantly once you reach the city limits compared to the Beekman area. Pay close attention to the transitions between the Taconic, Saw Mill, and Henry Hudson routes, as these parkways have unique restrictions regarding commercial vehicles. Maintaining a steady pace will help you navigate the 72.8-mile distance efficiently without needing to build in extra time for breaks.
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 36.4 miles from Beekman, NY, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.3 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 72.8 miles or 1h 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.4 miles or 51m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Beekman, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Beekman, NY
This is one driving day of about 72.8 miles and 1h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Beekman, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Taconic State Parkway for about 37.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.4 mi from Beekman, NY · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 72.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.4 miles from Beekman, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New York City, NY
The final approach into New York City, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New York City, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.49 one way
$22.98 round trip
$4.01/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $12.84 | $25.69 |
| premium | $4.86 | $13.93 | $27.86 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $13.45 | $26.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.19 | $4.66 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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.
Destination
New York City, NY
Evening in New York City on Sunday
Local time
5:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
SE 8 to 13 mph
3% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
22 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 51m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Beekman, NY to New York City, NY covers 72.8 miles and takes about 1h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Taconic State Parkway, Saw Mill River Parkway, Henry Hudson Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.4 miles from Beekman, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.49 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 72.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR 9 / Beekman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Beekman, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Yonkers and Henry Hudson Parkway South.
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