Origin
Crugers, NY
Late night in Crugers on Friday
Local time
1:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crugers, NY to Yonkers, NY
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
41m
Distance
27.4 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crugers, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Yonkers, NY
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Trip Overview
Embark on a short, 27.4-mile journey from Crugers, NY, to Yonkers, NY, that will take approximately 41 minutes to complete. This drive is perfectly suited as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $5, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region. The route primarily follows the Saw Mill River Parkway and US 9, offering a generally highway-focused experience. It's a straightforward drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 27.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 84% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 13.5 miles on the Saw Mill River Parkway, allowing for a consistent pace. The character of the drive is shaped by these parkways and main roads, suggesting a smooth, albeit potentially busy, travel experience. Expect a mix of flowing traffic and the occasional transition as you navigate between these key arteries.
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 13.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and US 9. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near NY 9A / Albany Post Road.
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 27.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.6 miles (NY 9A / Albany Post Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NY 9A / Albany Post Road
At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A / Albany Post Road
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 9 South
Navigation decision point
Toward US 9 South
7
12.6 mi into trip
|
~20m 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
26.1 mi into trip
|
~39m 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
27.4 mi into trip
|
~41m 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Crugers, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward New York City and Saw Mill River Parkway South.
New York City
10.7 mi in
|
~18m
|
via NY 9A; NY 100
Saw Mill River Parkway South
12.5 mi in
|
~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 13.5 mi | 18m |
| US 9 | 9.5 mi | 15m |
| NY 9A | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Yonkers Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Springvale Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Nepperhan Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Albany Post Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Broadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Saw Mill River Parkway
— 13.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crugers, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on Springvale Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Springvale Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto NY 9A
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Albany Post Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 9 South
4
Merge onto US 9
9.5 mi
·
15 min
·
US 9
5
Turn straight onto NY 9A; NY 100
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 9A; NY 100
Toward New York City
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
7
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
Use the straight / right lanes.
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.51 one way
$9.02 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.88 | $9.75 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.31 | $10.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.05 | $12.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Yonkers, NY
Late night in Yonkers on Friday
Local time
1:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 6 to 12 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:57PM 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
31 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
41m 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 Crugers, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 27.4 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Saw Mill River Parkway, US 9, NY 9A. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 miles from Crugers, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.51 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 27.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.6 miles (NY 9A / Albany Post Road): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Crugers, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward New York City and Saw Mill River Parkway South.
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.
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