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Trip from Dogtail Corners, NY to Chestnut Ridge, NY

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 36m

Distance

66.1 mi

106 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

8 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m

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

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Chestnut Ridge, NY

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Trip Overview

The drive from Dogtail Corners, NY to Chestnut Ridge, NY covers 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on State Highway 22, Saw Mill River Parkway, New York State Thruway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 18.6 miles on State Highway 22. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.88 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

33.1 miles from Dogtail Corners, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 66.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 36m highway drive covering 66.1 miles, with most of the trip on State Highway 22 and Saw Mill River Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 18.6 miles on State Highway 22.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 22 is the longest continuous segment at about 18.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 22 and Saw Mill River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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; at 51.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

7
32.6 mi into trip | ~48m 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
8
51.1 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward I 87 West, I 287 West: Albany, New York City

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 22 Toward I 87 West, I 287 West: Albany, New York...
8
51.2 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 287 West, I 87: Albany, Tappan Zee Bridge, New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 287 West, I 87: Albany, Tappan Zee Bri...
8
51.6 mi into trip | ~1h 15m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 North, I 287 West: Albany, Tappan Zee Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 North, I 287 West: Albany, Tappan Z...
8
63 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Take the exit toward NY 59: Spring Valley, Nanuet

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 14 Toward NY 59: Spring Valley, Nanuet

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 Dogtail Corners, NY to Chestnut Ridge, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

New York City

51.1 mi in | ~1h 14m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
State Highway 22 18.6 mi 29m
Saw Mill River Parkway 17.9 mi 24m
New York State Thruway 10.8 mi 14m
I 684 10.7 mi 12m
Chestnut Ridge Road 1.4 mi 2m
Dogtail Corners Road 1.3 mi 3m
State Highway 55 1.1 mi 1m
NY 59 0.9 mi 1m
Longest stretch: State Highway 22 — 18.6 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Dogtail Corners, NY and Chestnut Ridge, NY.

1

Start on East Mountain Road

52 ft · 2 sec · East Mountain Road
2

Continue on CR 22

1.3 mi · 3 min · Dogtail Corners Road
3

Turn left onto CR 22

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Berkshire Road
4

Turn right onto NY 55

0.7 mi · 1 min · Riverview Road
5

Continue on NY 55

0.2 mi · 27 sec · State Highway 55
6

Continue on NY 55

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Highway 55
7

Merge onto NY 22; NY 55

19 mi · 29 min · State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
8

Continue on I 684

11 mi · 12 min · I 684
9

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 5 Toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway Use the slight right lane.
10

Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway

18 mi · 24 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight lane.
11

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 14 sec
Exit 22 Toward I 87 West, I 287 West: Albany, New York City Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 287 West, I 87: Albany, Tappan Zee Bridge, New York City Use the slight left lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Toward I 87 North, I 287 West: Albany, Tappan Zee Bridge Use the slight right lane.
14

Merge onto I 287

0.3 mi · 17 sec · Cross Westchester Expressway
15

Merge onto I 87; I 287

11 mi · 14 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Exit 14 Toward NY 59: Spring Valley, Nanuet Use the slight right lane.
17

Turn right onto NY 59

0.9 mi · 1 min · NY 59
18

Turn left onto NY 45

0.4 mi · 44 sec · South Main Street
Use the left lane.
19

Continue on NY 45

1.4 mi · 2 min · Chestnut Ridge Road
20

Turn left

105 ft · 7 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 33.1 miles from Dogtail Corners, NY, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.6 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 15 miles or 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 33.1 miles or 48m 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 21m

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

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Dogtail Corners, NY

This is one driving day of about 66.1 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Dogtail Corners, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 22 for about 18.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 33.1 mi from Dogtail Corners, NY · 48m into the drive

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bedford Hills, NY

33 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

Brewster Hill, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bedford Hills, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Dogtail Corners, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Chestnut Ridge, NY

The final approach into Chestnut Ridge, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour Free near mile 52.5
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
View on nps.gov
Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

18 mi from route ~44 min detour Free near mile 52.5
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

24 mi from route ~60 min detour Free near mile 52.5
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour Free near mile 52.5
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

26 mi from route ~66 min detour Free near mile 52.5
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...

26 mi from route ~65 min detour Free near mile 52.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.88 one way

$21.76 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $11.77 $23.53
premium $4.92 $12.81 $25.62
diesel $5.61 $14.59 $29.19

Estimated Tolls: $0.54

New York State Thruway (10.8 mi) $0.54

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

$11

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

8 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ChargePoint Charging Station

Danbury, Connecticut

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

EVolve NY Charging Station

Goldens Bridge, New York

Other

1 DCFC

Electrify America Charging Station

Goldens Bridge, New York

Electrify America

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Brewster, New York

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Brewster, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Brewster, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Danbury, Connecticut

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Brewster, New York

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 5 Other: 1 Electrify America: 1 Tesla: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 19.8 0 $6.94 $3.17
Efficient EV 16.5 0 $5.78 $2.64
EV Truck/SUV 26.4 0 $9.25 $4.23

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Dogtail Corners, NY

Afternoon in Dogtail Corners on Thursday

Local time

2:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Chestnut Ridge, NY

Afternoon in Chestnut Ridge on Thursday

Local time

2:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°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 cooler at arrival

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

Road read

1h 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 Dogtail Corners, NY to Chestnut Ridge, NY covers 66.1 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 22, Saw Mill River Parkway, New York State Thruway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 miles from Dogtail Corners, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.88 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 66.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 32.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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; at 51.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Dogtail Corners, NY to Chestnut Ridge, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

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