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Trip from Greenburgh, NY to New York City, NY

Drive Time

51m

Distance

29.6 mi

48 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

10 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 47m ★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m

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

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Downtown Greenburgh, NY, NY

Greenburgh, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Downtown New York City, NY, NY

New York City, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Greenburgh to New York City is a quick, 29.6-mile journey that typically takes about 51 minutes. Because this is a short, highway-focused trip within the Northeast, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $5 on fuel for the entire distance. This route is designed for those looking for a direct path between Westchester County and the city. It serves as a straightforward commute that avoids the need for complex planning or multiple rest stops.

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

14.8 miles from Greenburgh, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .

Drive Character

You will spend 81% of your travel time on highways, making this a fast, efficient drive. The journey relies on the Saw Mill River Parkway, the Henry Hudson Parkway, and 12th Avenue to navigate toward your destination. You can expect a consistent pace throughout, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 12.9 miles along the Saw Mill River Parkway. While the route feels like a standard highway-focused drive, it transitions from the suburban character of Greenburgh into the urban environment of New York City as you reach the final leg of the trip.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

216 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

126 ft

Total Descent

272 ft

Highest Point

216 ft

~3.7 mi in

Elevation Range

210 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and Henry Hudson Parkway. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate — some attention needed at key points

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.1 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (NY 119 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (Valley Avenue): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

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

7
2.1 mi into trip | ~3m in

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 21W Toward NY 119 West: Tarrytown
5
2.2 mi into trip | ~3m in | NY 119 / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
2.3 mi into trip | ~3m in | Valley Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in | Saw Mill River Parkway

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

Use the none lane.
7
13.7 mi into trip | ~19m in | HH / Henry Hudson Parkway

Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane. Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South

Towns Along This Route

The route from Greenburgh, NY to New York City, NY passes through Henry Hudson Parkway South along the way.

Henry Hudson Parkway South

13.7 mi in | ~19m | via HH

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Saw Mill River Parkway 12.9 mi 17m
Henry Hudson Parkway 10.9 mi 16m
12th Avenue 1.8 mi 5m
West Street 1.8 mi 5m
West Side Highway 0.8 mi 1m
11th Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
Chambers Street 0.3 mi 1m
Valley Avenue 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 New York City, NY.

1

Start on Saw Mill River Parkway

2.1 mi · 3 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the none / 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 none lane.
8

Continue on HH

0.4 mi · 32 sec · Henry Hudson Parkway
9

Keep slight right at fork onto HH

11 mi · 16 min · Henry Hudson Parkway
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South Use the none lane.
10

Continue on NY 9A

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Side Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on NY 9A

1.8 mi · 5 min · 12th Avenue
Use the none lane.
12

Continue on NY 9A

0.4 mi · 1 min · 11th Avenue
Use the none lane.
13

Continue on NY 9A

1.8 mi · 5 min · West Street
Use the straight lane.
14

Turn left onto Chambers Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Chambers Street
Use the left lane.
15

Turn left onto Church Street

458 ft · 25 sec · Church Street
16

Turn right onto Duane Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Duane Street
17

Turn right onto Broadway

379 ft · 18 sec · Broadway
18

Arrive at destination

Broadway

Trip Plan

Since this is a short trip with zero mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Aim to time your departure to avoid peak commuter traffic, as the high percentage of highway travel can lead to congestion during rush hours. With only 51 minutes of driving, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops or long-distance planning. Keep your eyes on the road transitions, specifically when moving from the Henry Hudson Parkway onto 12th Avenue, as the driving environment changes significantly. Use the $5 fuel budget as a baseline, but remember that idling in city traffic can affect your overall efficiency.

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 14.8 miles from Greenburgh, NY, or about 21m 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 29.6 miles or 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 14.8 miles or 21m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, 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 29.6 miles and 51m.

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 14.8 mi from Greenburgh, NY · 21m into the drive

Downtown Yonkers, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yonkers, NY

15 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.

Popular next leg

Yonkers, NY to New York City, NY

17.4 mi · 34m

Pacing Suggestions

Brooklyn, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yonkers, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 14.8 miles from Greenburgh, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New York City, NY

The final approach into New York City, 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 New York City, NY.

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.

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...

0 mi from route Free near mile 29.6
View on nps.gov
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...

0 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 21.4
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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 29.6
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...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 29.6
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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 21.4
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...

1 mi from route ~1 min detour Free near mile 27.6
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.67 one way

$9.34 round trip

$4.01/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.48 $5.22 $10.44
premium $4.86 $5.66 $11.33
diesel $4.69 $5.47 $10.94

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way.

EV Charging Along Route

10 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Westchester's Ridge Hill - Tesla Supercharger

Yonkers, NY

Tesla

18 DCFC

Sheraton Tarrytown Hotel - Tesla Supercharger

Tarrytown, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Rivertowns Square - Tesla Supercharger

Dobbs Ferry, NY

Tesla

12 DCFC

Yonkers Central Park Ave - Tesla Supercharger

Yonkers, NY

Tesla

8 DCFC

EVolve NY White Plains

White Plains, NY

Electrify America

6 DCFC

Rose Hill Shopping Center

Thornwood, NY

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Ardsley Service Area

Hastings on Hudson, NY

APPLEGREEN

4 DCFC

Highridge Plaza

Yonkers, NY

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Tesla: 4 Electrify America: 2 eVgo Network: 2 Blink Network: 1 APPLEGREEN: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 8.9 0 $3.11 $1.42
Efficient EV 7.4 0 $2.59 $1.18
EV Truck/SUV 11.8 0 $4.14 $1.89

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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

Greenburgh, NY

Evening in Greenburgh on Sunday

Local time

8:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New York City, NY

Evening in New York City on Sunday

Local time

8:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Mostly Sunny

SE 14 mph 1% chance 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

4 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

51m 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 Greenburgh, NY to New York City, NY covers 29.6 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Saw Mill River Parkway, Henry Hudson Parkway, 12th Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.8 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 $4.67 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 29.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.1 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (NY 119 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (Valley Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Greenburgh, NY to New York City, NY passes through Henry Hudson Parkway South along the way.

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