Origin
Freeport, NY
Afternoon in Freeport on Friday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Freeport, NY to White Plains, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Freeport, NY
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White Plains, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Freeport, NY to White Plains, NY covers 39.5 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Hutchinson River Parkway, Sunrise Highway, Clearview Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9.7 miles on Hutchinson River Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.50 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 39.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Freeport, NY to White Plains, NY covers 39.5 miles and takes about 1h 1m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Hutchinson River Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 9.7 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 14.1 miles in near I 295 / Clearview Expressway.
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 39.5 miles you will encounter 18 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 14.1 miles (I 295 / Clearview Expressway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.7 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
14.1 mi into trip
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~22m in
|
I 295 / Clearview Expressway
Turn left onto I 295 / Clearview Expressway toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Through Neck Bridge
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Throu...
8
21.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 North: New Haven
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
8
24.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward Hutchinson Parkway North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 9
Toward Hutchinson Parkway North
8
24.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
8
34.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Freeport, NY and White Plains, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West, Hutchinson Parkway North, Hutchinson River Parkway North, Scarsdale and Mamaroneck.
Belt Parkway West
8.9 mi in
|
~12m
Hutchinson Parkway North
24.8 mi in
|
~36m
Hutchinson River Parkway North
24.9 mi in
|
~36m
Scarsdale
34.7 mi in
|
~51m
Mamaroneck
34.7 mi in
|
~51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Sunrise Highway | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Francis Lewis Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Throgs Neck Bridge | 2 mi | 3m |
| Springfield Boulevard | 2 mi | 3m |
| Old Mamaroneck Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Hutchinson River Parkway
— 9.7 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freeport, NY and White Plains, NY.
1
Start on this road
214 ft
·
17 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Henry Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Henry Street
3
Turn right onto NY 27
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Sunrise Highway
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward Belt Parkway West, Verrazano Bridge
5
Merge onto BP
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Belt Parkway
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 22
Toward Springfield Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto NY 27
438 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Conduit Avenue
8
Turn right onto Springfield Boulevard
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Springfield Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Francis Lewis Boulevard
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Francis Lewis Boulevard
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto NY 25
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Hillside Avenue
11
Turn left onto I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Through Neck Bridge
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
13
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Exit 10
Toward I 695 North: New Haven
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 95
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
16
Continue on I 95
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
New England Thruway
17
Take the exit
430 ft
·
14 sec
Exit 9
Toward Hutchinson Parkway North
Use the slight right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Merge onto HR
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 12
Toward Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn right onto Mamaroneck Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mamaroneck Road
Use the right lane.
22
Turn right onto NY 125
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Palmer Avenue
23
Continue on NY 125
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Secor Road
24
Continue on NY 125
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Mamaroneck Road
25
Turn slight left onto NY 125
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mamaroneck Avenue
26
At end of road, turn right onto NY 119
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
Use the straight lane.
27
Arrive at destination
NY 119
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Freeport, NY · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Freeport, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in White Plains, NY
The final approach into White Plains, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.50 one way
$13.00 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.66 | $15.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$7
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
White Plains, NY
Afternoon in White Plains on Friday
Local time
3:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy
W 3 to 9 mph
20% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:26AM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM 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
3 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
1h 1m 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 Freeport, NY to White Plains, NY covers 39.5 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Hutchinson River Parkway, Sunrise Highway, Clearview Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 miles from Freeport, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.50 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 39.5 miles you will encounter 18 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 14.1 miles (I 295 / Clearview Expressway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.7 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Freeport, NY and White Plains, NY, road signs point toward Belt Parkway West, Hutchinson Parkway North, Hutchinson River Parkway North, Scarsdale and Mamaroneck.
Yes. Nearby national parks include General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Gateway National Recreation Area. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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