This 179.6-mile drive from Greenwich to Yonkers, NY, is estimated to take around 3 hours and 51 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate on the New York State Thruway, NY 40, and I-787. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, this route offers a straightforward journey within the Northeast region. The profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for varied road conditions. You can expect to make about one stop along the way. This trip is designed for a single day, so you don't need to worry about overnight accommodations.
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
89.8 miles from Greenwich, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 2m into the drive
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Yonkers is a city of 211,569 people (2020) in Westchester County. The third most populous city in New York state, Yonkers is a suburb of New York City and borders the Borough of the Bronx. Yonkers is known as the "City of Seven Hills," which are Park, Nodine, Ridge, Cross, Locust, Glen, and Church hills.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 179.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a dynamic driving experience on this route, which features a "turn-heavy local drive" profile. Only 23% of the journey is on highways, meaning you’ll encounter more frequent turns and varied road conditions. The longest continuous stretch you'll drive is 131.2 miles, primarily on the New York State Thruway, offering a period of faster travel before transitioning back to local roads. This mix means you'll experience both open highway cruising and more engaging, winding sections as you make your way through upstate New York.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 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 131.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 27.7 miles in near NY 7 / Hoosick Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 179.6 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 27.7 miles (NY 7 / Hoosick Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.3 miles (I 787): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 170 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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27.7 mi into trip|~47m in|NY 7 / Hoosick Street
Turn right onto NY 7 / Hoosick Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
28.3 mi into trip|~48m in|I 787
Keep slight right at fork onto I 787
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
170 mi into trip|~3h 38m 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
7
178.2 mi into trip|~3h 49m 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
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179.5 mi into trip|~3h 51m 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.
Between Greenwich, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1 and Saw Mill River Parkway South.
Massachusetts Turnpike
38.3 mi in|~1h 2m
Exits 22-1
38.3 mi in|~1h 2m
Saw Mill River Parkway South
170 mi in|~3h 38m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
131.2 mi
2h 33m
NY 40
22.3 mi
34m
I 787
10.5 mi
15m
Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
10m
Oakwood Avenue
3.4 mi
7m
Hill Street
1.2 mi
2m
Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Hegeman Bridge Road
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 131.2 mi, about 2h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwich, NY and Yonkers, NY.
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Start on this road
25 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto NY 29
267 ft·16 sec·Salem Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street
60 ft·4 sec·Main Street
4
Turn right onto Hill Street
1.2 mi·2 min·Hill Street
5
Continue on Hegeman Bridge Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Hegeman Bridge Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto NY 40
22 mi·34 min·NY 40
7
Turn right onto NY 40; NY 142
465 ft·18 sec·Plank Road
8
Turn left onto NY 40
3.4 mi·7 min·Oakwood Avenue
9
Continue on NY 40
392 ft·14 sec·10th Street
10
Turn right onto NY 7
513 ft·16 sec·Hoosick Street
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto I 787; NY 7
0.5 mi·42 sec·I 787; NY 7
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 787
9.4 mi·13 min·I 787
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on I 787
0.6 mi·1 min·I 787
Exit 1Toward I 87 Toll: New York State Thruway
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 87 South: New York, Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1
15
Merge onto I 87
111 mi·2 hr 8 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
19 mi·24 min·New York State Thruway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi·1 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 7AToward Saw Mill River Parkway SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi·10 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 5Toward West Yonkers AvenueUse the slight right lane.
21
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Yonkers Avenue
22
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Nepperhan Avenue
23
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft·5 sec·South Broadway
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
For this 179.6-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach Yonkers. With a total duration of under four hours and only one suggested stop, you have the flexibility to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $30 for the trip. A helpful tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the transitions between the New York State Thruway and the local roads like NY 40, as these changes can require adjustments in your driving speed and attention.
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 89.8 miles from Greenwich, NY, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131.2 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 40 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.8 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yonkers, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greenwich, 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 Greenwich, NY
This is one driving day of about 179.6 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Greenwich, 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 131.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.8 mi from Greenwich, NY
· 2h 2m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Saratoga National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 179.6
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 179.6
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...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 179.6
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 179.6
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...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 179.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.56 one way
$59.13 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$31.97
$63.93
premium
$4.92
$34.81
$69.62
diesel
$5.61
$39.65
$79.31
Estimated Tolls: $6.56
New York State Thruway
(131.2 mi)$6.56
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
$30
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
53.9
0
$18.86
$8.62
Efficient EV
44.9
0
$15.71
$7.18
EV Truck/SUV
71.8
0
$25.14
$11.49
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Greenwich, NY
Late night
in Greenwich on Saturday
Local time
2:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Late night
in Yonkers on Saturday
Local time
2:37 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
4 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 51m 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 Greenwich, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 179.6 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, NY 40, I 787. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.8 miles from Greenwich, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.56 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 179.6 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 27.7 miles (NY 7 / Hoosick Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.3 miles (I 787): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 170 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Greenwich, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Massachusetts Turnpike, Exits 22-1 and Saw Mill River Parkway South.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Saratoga National Historical Park, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and General Grant National Memorial. 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.
