Trip from Davenport, NY to Yonkers, NY

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

3h 36m

Distance

161.7 mi

260 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 24m ★

6 AM

3h 37m

8 AM

4h 2m

10 AM

3h 46m

12 PM

3h 43m

3 PM

3h 47m

5 PM

4h 0m

8 PM

3h 29m

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

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Davenport, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Yonkers, NY

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Trip Overview

This 161.7-mile drive from Davenport to Yonkers, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 36 minutes. You'll primarily be on the New York State Thruway, State Highway 23, and State Route 23A. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience on the road, making it a practical choice for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

80.9 miles from Davenport, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 36% of your journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch clocks in at 90.5 miles, mostly along the New York State Thruway, offering a chance for steady progress. As you transition between the Thruway and State Highways 23 and 23A, the character of the road will likely change, offering a blend of faster travel and more local road conditions. This variety ensures the drive doesn't become monotonous.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 90.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 61.7 miles in near I 87 / New York State Thruway.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 161.7 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: at 61.7 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 151.2 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

61.7 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in | I 87 / New York State Thruway

Merge onto I 87 / New York State Thruway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

151.2 mi into trip | ~3h 21m in | I 87 / New York State Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 / New York State Thruway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

152.2 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in

Take the exit toward Saw Mill River Parkway South

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 7A Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South

160.4 mi into trip | ~3h 34m 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

161.7 mi into trip | ~3h 36m 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.

On the drive from Davenport, NY to Yonkers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Saw Mill River Parkway South along the way.

Saw Mill River Parkway South

152.2 mi in | ~3h 23m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
New York State Thruway	90.5 mi	1h 47m
State Highway 23	26.2 mi	38m
State Route 23A	17.4 mi	26m
Saw Mill River Parkway	7.8 mi	10m
King's Highway	5.8 mi	7m
State Highway 23A	5.2 mi	8m
Main Street	4.4 mi	9m
State Highway 32A	1.5 mi	2m

Longest stretch: New York State Thruway — 90.5 mi, about 1h 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on NY 23

13 mi · 19 min · State Highway 23

Continue on NY 23

0.5 mi · 1 min · Harper Street

Turn slight right onto NY 23

0.8 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 23

2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 23

Continue on NY 23

11 mi · 16 min · State Highway 23

Continue on NY 23A

14 mi · 20 min · State Route 23A

Continue on NY 23A

2.0 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 23A

2.4 mi · 3 min · State Route 23A

Continue on NY 23A

1.6 mi · 4 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 23A

5.2 mi · 8 min · State Highway 23A

Continue on NY 23A

1.0 mi · 2 min · State Route 23A

Turn slight right onto NY 32A

0.4 mi · 44 sec · State Route 32A

Continue on NY 32A

1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 32A

Continue on NY 32

5.8 mi · 7 min · King's Highway

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 87

71 mi · 1 hr 21 min · New York State Thruway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 87

19 mi · 24 min · New York State Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87

1.0 mi · 1 min · New York State Thruway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Exit 7A Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway

7.8 mi · 10 min · Saw Mill River Parkway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec

Exit 5 Toward West Yonkers Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Yonkers Avenue

Continue on Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Nepperhan Avenue

Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A

229 ft · 5 sec · South Broadway

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

US 9; NY 9A

Trip Plan

Given the 3 hour and 36-minute duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day. To make the most of your drive, consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Yonkers. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility in choosing where to take a break. Pay attention to your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 90 miles. A good tip is to utilize the services along the New York State Thruway for fuel and rest before you begin your journey on the state routes.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 80.9 miles from Davenport, NY, or about 1h 58m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.5 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 36 miles or 54m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 80.9 miles or 1h 58m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 57m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yonkers, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Davenport, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Davenport, NY

This is one driving day of about 161.7 miles and 3h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Davenport, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 90.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 80.9 mi from Davenport, NY · 1h 58m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rhinebeck, NY

81 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

Hunter, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Paltz, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.9 miles from Davenport, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.5 miles.

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.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Yonkers, 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

$26.62 one way

$53.23 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$28.78	$57.56
premium	$4.92	$31.34	$62.68
diesel	$5.61	$35.70	$71.40

Estimated Tolls: $4.53

New York State Thruway (90.5 mi) $4.53

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

$27

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$56–$81

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	48.5	$16.98	$7.76
Efficient EV	40.4	$14.15	$6.47
EV Truck/SUV	64.7	$22.64	$10.35

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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 15, 2026

Origin

Davenport, NY

Afternoon in Davenport on Wednesday

Local time

4:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yonkers, NY

Afternoon in Yonkers on Wednesday

Local time

4:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

21 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

3h 36m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Davenport, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 161.7 miles and takes about 3h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are New York State Thruway, State Highway 23, State Route 23A. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 80.9 miles from Davenport, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.62 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Davenport, NY to Yonkers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Saw Mill River Parkway South along the way.

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Trip from Davenport, NY to Yonkers, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Yonkers, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Davenport, NY

Yonkers, NY

Same local time

21 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 36m on the road

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