Origin
Greenburgh, NY
Morning in Greenburgh on Wednesday
Local time
7:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenburgh, NY to Astoria, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
40m
Distance
25.4 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenburgh, NY
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Astoria, NY
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Trip Overview
This approximately 25.4-mile drive from Greenburgh, NY to Astoria, NY takes about 40 minutes and is a straightforward, highway-focused journey. With 83% of the route on highways, it’s an efficient option for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Your estimated fuel cost for this short haul is around $4, making it an economical choice. The drive predominantly utilizes the Saw Mill River Parkway, Major Deegan Expressway, and the Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, guiding you through the Northeast region of New York. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick and direct connection between these two New York locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12.7 miles from Greenburgh, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highly highway-oriented experience, with 83% of the 25.4 miles spent on major roadways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 12.9 miles on the Saw Mill River Parkway, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to the Major Deegan Expressway and then the Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, the character remains largely that of a fast-paced, multi-lane environment. This isn't a route for leisurely sightseeing, but rather for efficient travel between your origin and destination.
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.
Saw Mill River Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and Major Deegan Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 25.4 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 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.1 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the exit toward NY 119 West: Tarrytown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 21W
Toward NY 119 West: Tarrytown
7
14.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
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.
Toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F....
8
21.6 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queens
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queen...
8
24.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
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I 278 Truck
Take the exit onto I 278 Truck toward 31st Street, Astoria Boulevard
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 45
Toward 31st Street, Astoria Boulevard
7
24.3 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 31st Street, Astoria Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward 31st Street, Astoria Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Greenburgh, NY and Astoria, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan and Queens.
Manhattan
21.6 mi in
|
~31m
Queens
21.6 mi in
|
~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| Major Deegan Expressway | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Robert F. Kennedy Bridge | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Mosholu Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Astoria Boulevard | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 30th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 21st Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Saw Mill River Parkway
— 12.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenburgh, NY and Astoria, NY.
1
Start on Saw Mill River Parkway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
2
Take the exit
224 ft
·
7 sec
Exit 21W
Toward NY 119 West: Tarrytown
Use the slight right lane.
3
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
4
Turn right onto NY 119
204 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left onto Valley Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Valley Avenue
6
Take the ramp
168 ft
·
4 sec
7
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on HH
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto MP
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mosholu Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 87
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Major Deegan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 278 West: RFK Bridge, Manhattan, Queens
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 278
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto I 278 Truck
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
I 278 Truck
Exit 45
Toward 31st Street, Astoria Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward 31st Street, Astoria Boulevard
16
Turn right onto 29th Street
315 ft
·
8 sec
·
29th Street
Use the right lane.
17
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Astoria Boulevard
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto 21st Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
21st Street
19
Turn right onto 30th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
30th Avenue
20
Turn sharp right onto 12th Street
386 ft
·
18 sec
·
12th Street
21
Arrive at destination
12th Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 40-minute duration and 25.4-mile distance, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily depart at any time of day, though avoiding peak commuter hours on the Major Deegan Expressway and Robert F. Kennedy Bridge is always wise. Since the longest stretch is just under 13 miles, you won’t need to worry about extended periods without services. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, although with a low estimated cost of $4, a quick top-off before leaving Greenburgh should be more than sufficient. There are no designated stops on this route, so plan any necessary breaks before or after your journey.
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 12.7 miles from Greenburgh, NY, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.9 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 25.4 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.7 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Astoria, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenburgh, 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 Greenburgh, NY
This is one driving day of about 25.4 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Greenburgh, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Saw Mill River Parkway for about 12.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.7 mi from Greenburgh, NY · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.7 miles from Greenburgh, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Astoria, NY
The final approach into Astoria, 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 Astoria, 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
$4.18 one way
$8.36 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.52 | $9.04 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.92 | $9.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Astoria, NY
Morning in Astoria on Wednesday
Local time
7:42 AM
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
1 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
40m 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 Greenburgh, NY to Astoria, NY covers 25.4 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Saw Mill River Parkway, Major Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.7 miles from Greenburgh, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.18 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 is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 25.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Greenburgh, NY and Astoria, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan and Queens.
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