Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
41.9 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Briarcliff Manor, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 41.9-mile drive from Hempstead, NY, to Briarcliff Manor, NY, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. With a highway share of 64%, expect a predominantly highway-focused experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $7, making it an economical option for a day trip. You'll be traveling within the Northeast region, staying within New York State for the entire route. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stop.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 41.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The character of this drive is largely defined by its highway-focused profile, with 64% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience stretches of efficient travel, including a notable 12.6-mile segment on the Sprain Brook Parkway. While primarily highway, the transition between the Clearview Expressway and the Taconic State Parkway may offer a slight shift in scenery. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of your journey, with the road primarily designed for smooth, uninterrupted travel between these two New York locations.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Sprain Brook Parkway and Clearview Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.1 miles in near I 295 / Clearview Expressway.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 41.9 miles you will encounter 20 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 8.1 miles (I 295 / Clearview Expressway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.8 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. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right 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
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
Take the exit toward Bronx Parkway, Sprain Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Bronx Parkway North, Sprain Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Pleasantville Road, Briarcliff Manor, Pleasantville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hempstead, NY and Briarcliff Manor, NY, road signs point toward Cross County Parkway West and Bronx Parkway North.
Cross County Parkway West
Bronx Parkway North
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Taconic State Parkway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| South Columbus Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Tulip Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| New England Thruway | 2 mi | 3m |
| Throgs Neck Bridge | 2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hempstead, NY and Briarcliff Manor, NY.
Start on Peninsula Boulevard
Turn left onto Clinton Street
Turn left onto NY 102
Turn slight left onto NY 24
Turn right onto New Hyde Park Road
Turn left onto Tulip Avenue
Turn left onto NY 25
Turn slight right onto NY 25
Turn left onto NY 25
Turn right onto I 295
Continue on I 295
Continue on I 295
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695
Merge onto I 95
Continue on I 95
Take the exit
Turn left onto Tillotson Avenue
Turn left onto Conner Street
Continue on NY 22
Continue on NY 22
Turn slight right onto NY 22
Take the ramp
Merge onto Cross County Parkway
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto Bronx River Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Continue on Taconic State Parkway
Take the exit
Turn left onto Pleasantville Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from Hempstead, NY · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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.
A short stop after about 41.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Hempstead, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Briarcliff Manor, 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.
Regular Gas
$6.90 one way
$13.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.46 | $14.92 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.83
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
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.67 | $1.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Hempstead on Thursday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Briarcliff Manor on Thursday
Local time
4:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
34°F
Mount Vernon, NY
21 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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