Origin
Hempstead, NY
Morning in Hempstead on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hempstead, NY to Greenburgh, NY
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
53m
Distance
33.4 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
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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Trip Overview
This 33.4-mile drive from Hempstead, NY to Greenburgh, NY is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 53 minutes. You'll primarily navigate the Clearview Expressway, New York State Thruway, and Throgs Neck Expressway. With a fuel cost estimated at $6, it's an economical journey. The route offers a mixed driving experience, making it suitable for a quick excursion rather than requiring an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so expect familiar scenery as you travel within New York.
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
16.7 miles from Hempstead, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile on this 33.4-mile journey, with about 40% of your travel on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5 miles along the Clearview Expressway. As you progress, the character of the drive will likely shift between faster-paced expressway sections and potentially more varied local road segments as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience different driving dynamics throughout the approximately 53-minute trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 34 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Clearview Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 5 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 8.1 miles in near I 295 / Clearview Expressway.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 33.4 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 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 20.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
8.1 mi into trip
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~15m in
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I 295 / Clearview Expressway
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
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Throu...
8
15.8 mi into trip
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~25m in
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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
7
20.6 mi into trip
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~32m in
Take the exit toward Conner Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward Conner Street
7
25 mi into trip
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~40m in
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Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Keep slight right at fork onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes) toward Exits 5 - 4N - 4S
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Exits 5 - 4N - 4S
7
25.6 mi into trip
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~41m in
Take the exit toward Central Park Avenue North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4N
Toward Central Park Avenue North
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hempstead, NY and Greenburgh, NY, road signs point toward Cross County Parkway West, Exits 5 - 4N - 4S, Park Avenue North and Albany.
Cross County Parkway West
23.9 mi in
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~38m
Exits 5 - 4N - 4S
25 mi in
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~40m
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via Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Park Avenue North
25.6 mi in
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~41m
Albany
26.1 mi in
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~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Clearview Expressway | 5 mi | 5m |
| New York State Thruway | 4.9 mi | 6m |
| 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 |
| Hempstead Turnpike | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Clearview Expressway
— 5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hempstead, NY and Greenburgh, NY.
1
Start on Peninsula Boulevard
77 ft
·
1 sec
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Peninsula Boulevard
2
Turn left onto Clinton Street
359 ft
·
17 sec
·
Clinton Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto NY 102
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
4
Turn slight left onto NY 24
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hempstead Turnpike
5
Turn right onto New Hyde Park Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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New Hyde Park Road
6
Turn left onto Tulip Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Tulip Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto NY 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
8
Turn slight right onto NY 25
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Braddock Avenue
9
Turn left onto NY 25
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hillside Avenue
10
Turn right onto I 295
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Clearview Expressway
Toward I 295 North: Clearview Expressway, Through Neck Bridge
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on I 295
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Throgs Neck Bridge
12
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
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.
14
Merge onto I 95
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
15
Continue on I 95
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
New England Thruway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
16
Take the exit
351 ft
·
16 sec
Exit 13
Toward Conner Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto Tillotson Avenue
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Tillotson Avenue
18
Turn left onto Conner Street
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Conner Street
19
Continue on NY 22
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Provost Avenue
20
Continue on NY 22
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 3rd Avenue
21
Turn slight right onto NY 22
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Columbus Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
22
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward Cross County Parkway West
Use the left lane.
23
Merge onto Cross County Parkway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Cross County Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Toward Exits 5 - 4N - 4S
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 4N
Toward Central Park Avenue North
Use the slight right lane.
26
Turn straight onto Central Park Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
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Central Park Avenue
27
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 87 North, New York State Thruway North: Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, Albany
28
Merge onto I 87
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
New York State Thruway
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 7
Toward NY 9A: Ardsley
Use the slight right lane.
30
Turn right onto NY 9A
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Saw Mill River Road
31
Turn left onto Ashford Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Ashford Avenue
Use the left lane.
32
Take the ramp
470 ft
·
12 sec
33
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
34
Arrive at destination
Saw Mill River Parkway
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just 53 minutes for this 33.4-mile trip, you have a lot of flexibility. Aim to depart outside of peak rush hour times to make the most of the drive. Since there are no specific stops recommended, you can use the $6 fuel budget and consider your fuel level before leaving Hempstead. The longest stretch on the Clearview Expressway is 5 miles, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially if you plan on taking this route during very hot weather, which can affect fuel 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 16.7 miles from Hempstead, NY, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5 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 33.4 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.7 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenburgh, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hempstead, 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.
+
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 Hempstead, NY
This is one driving day of about 33.4 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hempstead, 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 Clearview Expressway for about 5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.7 mi from Hempstead, NY · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Hempstead, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenburgh, NY
The final approach into Greenburgh, 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 Greenburgh, 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
$5.50 one way
$11.00 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $5.94 | $11.89 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.47 | $12.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.37 | $14.75 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.07
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
New York State Thruway
(4.9 mi)
$0.24
Hempstead Turnpike
(2 mi)
$0.14
New England Thruway
(2 mi)
$0.14
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
$6
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 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 | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Greenburgh, NY
Morning in Greenburgh on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°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
2 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
53m 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 Hempstead, NY to Greenburgh, NY covers 33.4 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Clearview Expressway, New York State Thruway, Throgs Neck Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.7 miles from Hempstead, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.50 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 is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 33.4 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 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 20.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Hempstead, NY and Greenburgh, NY, road signs point toward Cross County Parkway West, Exits 5 - 4N - 4S, Park Avenue North and Albany.
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