Origin
Chestnut Ridge, NY
Afternoon in Chestnut Ridge on Thursday
Local time
3:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chestnut Ridge, NY to New York City, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 15m
Distance
83.4 mi
134 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 6m
★
6 AM
2h 15m
8 AM
2h 34m
10 AM
2h 22m
12 PM
2h 20m
3 PM
2h 23m
5 PM
2h 33m
8 PM
2h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chestnut Ridge, NY
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New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 83.4-mile drive from Chestnut Ridge, NY, to New York City, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. With a highway share of 77%, expect a predominantly highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $14, making it a budget-friendly option. This route primarily traverses within New York, connecting two points within the Northeast region. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it’s perfect for a quick getaway or a direct trip without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.7 miles from Chestnut Ridge, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 83.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is largely defined by its 77% highway share, offering a brisk pace for much of the 83.4 miles. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the Taconic State Parkway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 37.3 miles. The route transitions to the Saw Mill River Parkway and then the Henry Hudson Parkway, maintaining a highway feel throughout. This isn't a winding country road; it's designed for efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 13.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
13.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the ramp
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
13.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
Taconic State Parkway
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
51.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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
51.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
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 straight / right lanes.
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
7
67.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
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 straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chestnut Ridge, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Yonkers and Henry Hudson Parkway South.
Yonkers
51.1 mi in
|
~1h 20m
Henry Hudson Parkway South
67.4 mi in
|
~1h 43m
|
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 | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| Chestnut Ridge Road | 3.7 mi | 8m |
| Clove Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| Clove Valley Road | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| 12th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Taconic State Parkway
— 37.3 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chestnut Ridge, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on CR 24
3.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Chestnut Ridge Road
2
Continue on CR 9
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Clove Road
3
Continue on CR 9
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Clove Valley Road
4
Continue on CR 9
4.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Beekman Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
37 mi
·
50 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 3
Toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on HH
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto HH
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on NY 9A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Side Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on NY 9A
1.8 mi
·
5 min
·
12th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on NY 9A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Avenue
14
Continue on NY 9A
1.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Street
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto Chambers Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Chambers Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto Church Street
458 ft
·
25 sec
·
Church Street
17
Turn right onto Duane Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Duane Street
18
Turn right onto Broadway
379 ft
·
18 sec
·
Broadway
19
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 2 hour and 15-minute drive, consider departing Chestnut Ridge, NY, outside of peak commute times into New York City to avoid potential delays. With no designated stops in the data, you can be flexible with your timing, but keep in mind the longest stretch without a break is over 37 miles. The $14 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check your fuel gauge. A practical tip for this route: be aware of the transitions between the parkways, as they can sometimes be less intuitive than major interstate exits.
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 41.7 miles from Chestnut Ridge, NY, or about 1h 8m 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 18 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 1h 8m 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 48m
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 83.4 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Chestnut Ridge, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
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 41.7 mi from Chestnut Ridge, NY · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.7 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
$13.73 one way
$27.46 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $14.84 | $29.69 |
| premium | $4.92 | $16.16 | $32.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.41 | $36.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25 | 0 | $8.76 | $4.00 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.30 | $3.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.68 | $5.34 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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 Thursday
Local time
3:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Sunny
SW 6 to 14 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 2:55PM EDT until April 14 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 2:52PM EDT until April 14 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Buffalo 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
37 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
2h 15m 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 83.4 miles and takes about 2h 15m 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 41.7 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 $13.73 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.4 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 51.1 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 Yonkers and Henry Hudson Parkway South.
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