Origin
Chestnut Ridge, NY
Afternoon in Chestnut Ridge on Sunday
Local time
4:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chestnut Ridge, NY to New York City, NY
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
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6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chestnut Ridge, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Chestnut Ridge to New York City, you are looking at a quick 31.8-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. This highway-focused route utilizes NJ 17, the Garden State Parkway, and NJ 3 to bridge the gap between the suburbs and the city. Because the transit time is under an hour, this is an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You can easily budget about $5 for fuel, making it a very economical commute. Whether you are heading in for work or a quick visit, the straightforward nature of this drive keeps logistics simple and stress-free.
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
15.9 miles from Chestnut Ridge, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a fast-paced experience, as 63% of this route takes place on major highways. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating high-traffic corridors, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 9.3 miles on NJ 17. The character of the road is strictly functional, prioritizing efficiency over scenic detours. As you transition from the suburban outskirts onto the Garden State Parkway and NJ 3, the environment shifts from residential roads to dense, multi-lane arterials. Be prepared for a steady, focused drive rather than a leisurely cruise.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
NJ 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 9.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
414 ft
-3 ft
Total Climb
132 ft
Total Descent
513 ft
Highest Point
414 ft
Elevation Range
417 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and Garden State 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 NY 45 / Chestnut Ridge Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 31.8 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 (NY 45 / Chestnut Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 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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NY 45 / Chestnut Ridge Road
Turn left onto NY 45 / Chestnut Ridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
7.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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GSP / Garden State Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP / Garden State Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
10.3 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington Bridge
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 163
Toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington...
6
27.4 mi into trip
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~36m in
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US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9 / Tonnelle Avenue toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hob...
8
27.5 mi into trip
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~37m in
Take the exit toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Towns Along This Route
Between Chestnut Ridge, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
Gsp Toll South
3.7 mi in
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~7m
Jersey City
27.4 mi in
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~36m
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via US 1; US 9
Pulaski Skyway
27.4 mi in
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~36m
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via US 1; US 9
Hoboken
27.5 mi in
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~37m
Manhattan
29.1 mi in
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~40m
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via I 78
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NJ 17 | 9.3 mi | 11m |
| Garden State Parkway | 6.4 mi | 7m |
| NJ 3 | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| Chestnut Ridge Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Tonnelle Avenue | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Holland Tunnel | 2 mi | 4m |
| Conrail Viaduct | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 12th Street Viaduct | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
NJ 17
— 9.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chestnut Ridge, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on this road
105 ft
·
14 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto NY 45
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Chestnut Ridge Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto CR 92
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Glen Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward GSP Toll South
5
Merge onto GSP
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Garden State Parkway
6
Keep slight left at fork onto GSP
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Garden State Parkway
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 163
Toward NJ 17 South: Paramus, George Washington Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto NJ 17
9.3 mi
·
11 min
·
NJ 17
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward NJ 3 East: New York
10
Merge onto NJ 3
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
NJ 3
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on US 1; US 9
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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Tonnelle Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto US 1; US 9
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
Tonnelle Avenue
Toward NJ 139 East, US 1 South, US 9 South: Hoboken, Holland Tunnel, Tonnele Avenue, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto NJ 139
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Conrail Viaduct
15
Continue on NJ 139
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
12th Street Viaduct
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on I 78
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
12th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 78
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Holland Tunnel
Toward Holland Tunnel, Manhattan
18
Take the exit
305 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Brooklyn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on Beach Street
121 ft
·
7 sec
·
Beach Street
Toward Brooklyn, 6th Avenue, Walker Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn slight right onto Walker Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Walker Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the straight / none lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 47-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the reliance on major highways like the Garden State Parkway and NJ 3, try to avoid peak rush hours to keep your travel time consistent. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the journey is short enough to drive straight through. Keep your $5 fuel budget in mind for a quick fill-up before you depart Chestnut Ridge to ensure you arrive in the city without needing to hunt for gas. Staying alert during the 9.3-mile stretch on NJ 17 will help you navigate the transition onto the parkway smoothly.
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 15.9 miles from Chestnut Ridge, NY, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 31.8 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.9 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
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 Chestnut Ridge, 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 Chestnut Ridge, NY
This is one driving day of about 31.8 miles and 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chestnut Ridge, 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 NJ 17 for about 9.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Chestnut Ridge, NY · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Chestnut Ridge, 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
$5.18 one way
$10.35 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
| premium | $4.88 | $6.11 | $12.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.06 | $14.13 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.38
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Garden State Parkway
(6.4 mi)
$0.38
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Afternoon in New York City on Sunday
Local time
4:45 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
5 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
47m 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 Chestnut Ridge, NY to New York City, NY covers 31.8 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are NJ 17, Garden State Parkway, NJ 3. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Chestnut Ridge, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.18 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 17 significant decision points across 31.8 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 (NY 45 / Chestnut Ridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (GSP / Garden State Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Chestnut Ridge, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Gsp Toll South, Jersey City, Pulaski Skyway, Hoboken and Manhattan.
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