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Trip from Brewster Hill, NY to Yonkers, NY

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

1h

Distance

43.2 mi

70 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 56m ★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 58m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Brewster Hill, NY, NY

Brewster Hill, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Yonkers, NY

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Trip Overview

This 43.2-mile drive from Brewster Hill, NY, to Yonkers, NY, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour. With an estimated fuel cost of $7, it's an economical option for a day trip within New York. The route primarily utilizes the Saw Mill River Parkway and I-684, making it a convenient option for those looking for a quick connection between these two points in the Northeast region. Given its short duration and minimal stops, this drive is ideal for a spontaneous outing or as part of a larger travel plan.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 43.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 90% of the journey taking place on high-speed roads. You'll encounter the Saw Mill River Parkway and I-684 for the majority of your travel, offering a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 27.4 miles on the Saw Mill River Parkway, allowing for a smooth and continuous drive. This profile suggests minimal interaction with local traffic lights or slower town roads, emphasizing efficiency and speed.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Saw Mill River Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.4 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

618 ft 86 ft

Total Climb

223 ft

Total Descent

755 ft

Highest Point

618 ft

Elevation Range

532 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and I 684. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Brewster Hill Road.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Brewster Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (NY 22): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | Brewster Hill Road

At end of road, turn right onto Brewster Hill Road

Navigation decision point

5
2.3 mi into trip | ~6m in | NY 22

Turn sharp right onto NY 22

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

7
13.9 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 5 Toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
7
41.9 mi into trip | ~58m in

Take the exit toward West Yonkers Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 5 Toward West Yonkers Avenue
7
43.2 mi into trip | ~1h in | US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway

Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Saw Mill River Parkway 27.4 mi 37m
I 684 10.7 mi 12m
Brewster Hill Road 1.7 mi 4m
NY 22 0.9 mi 1m
Yonkers Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
Nepperhan Avenue 0.5 mi <1m
Sodom Road 0.3 mi <1m
Elmwood Drive 0.3 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Saw Mill River Parkway — 27.4 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brewster Hill, NY and Yonkers, NY.

1

Start on Elmwood Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Elmwood Drive
2

At end of road, turn right onto Brewster Hill Road

1.7 mi · 4 min · Brewster Hill Road
3

At end of road, turn left onto Sodom Road

0.3 mi · 57 sec · Sodom Road
4

Turn sharp right onto NY 22

0.9 mi · 1 min · NY 22
5

Continue on I 684

11 mi · 12 min · I 684
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 5 Toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway

27 mi · 37 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight lane.
8

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec
Exit 5 Toward West Yonkers Avenue Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Yonkers Avenue
10

Continue on Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Nepperhan Avenue
11

Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A

229 ft · 5 sec · South Broadway
Use the left lane.
12

Arrive at destination

US 9; NY 9A

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 21.6 mi from Brewster Hill, NY · 30m into the drive

census-designated place in Westchester County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Thornwood, NY

22 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

Heritage Hills, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Thornwood, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Brewster Hill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Yonkers, NY

The final approach into Yonkers, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.11 one way

$14.22 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $7.69 $15.38
premium $4.92 $8.37 $16.75
diesel $5.61 $9.54 $19.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13 0 $4.54 $2.07
Efficient EV 10.8 0 $3.78 $1.73
EV Truck/SUV 17.3 0 $6.05 $2.76

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (67% 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 13, 2026

Origin

Brewster Hill, NY

Late night in Brewster Hill on Friday

Local time

3:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 6 mph 8% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Yonkers, NY

Late night in Yonkers on Friday

Local time

3:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Mostly Cloudy

S 8 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

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

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 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 Brewster Hill, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 43.2 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Saw Mill River Parkway, I 684, Brewster Hill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Brewster Hill, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.11 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 straightforward 1h drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Brewster Hill Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (NY 22): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Brewster Hill, NY to Yonkers, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 86 ft to 618 ft elevation with about 223 ft of total climbing.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.

Data sources

The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.

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