Origin
Herkimer, NY
Night in Herkimer on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Herkimer, NY to Yonkers, NY
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 20m
Distance
219.6 mi
353 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 8m
★
6 AM
4h 21m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 30m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 46m
8 PM
4h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Herkimer, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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Trip Overview
This 219.6-mile drive from Herkimer, NY, to Yonkers, NY, is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes. You'll primarily travel on the New York State Thruway before transitioning to the Saw Mill River Parkway and Yonkers Avenue for the final stretch. With a fuel cost estimated at $36, this trip offers a straightforward journey within the Northeast region. The route is designed for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Plan for a total of one stop along the way to break up the drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
109.8 miles from Herkimer, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a route with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, despite 40% of it being on highways. The majority of your time will be spent on the New York State Thruway, covering a significant 208.8-mile stretch uninterrupted. As you progress, the drive will transition from the main highway to more local roads, including the Saw Mill River Parkway and Yonkers Avenue. This means the road's character shifts, offering a mix of faster highway travel and more involved local driving as you approach Yonkers.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 208.8 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 1.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 219.6 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 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 71.9 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 East
8
71.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
7
210 mi into trip
|
~4h 7m 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
218.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 18m 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
7
219.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 20m 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.
On the drive from Herkimer, NY to Yonkers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
Boston
71.9 mi in
|
~1h 25m
|
via New York State Thruway
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 208.8 mi | 4h 3m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| Yonkers Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Nepperhan Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Mohawk Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West State Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Bellinger Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Broadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 208.8 mi, about 4h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Herkimer, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on West Albany Street
41 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Albany Street
2
Turn left onto North Main Street
73 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Turn right onto NY 5; NY 28
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
West State Street
4
Turn left onto South Bellinger Street
515 ft
·
24 sec
·
South Bellinger Street
5
Turn right onto Mohawk Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Mohawk Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 90 East
8
Merge onto I 90
71 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
New York State Thruway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
19 mi
·
24 min
·
New York State Thruway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 7A
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Yonkers Avenue
16
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
17
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4-hour and 20-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single-day adventure. To make the most of your 219.6-mile journey, consider an early morning departure from Herkimer to avoid potential traffic, especially as you get closer to Yonkers. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $36, you have flexibility in pacing. Pay attention as you transition off the New York State Thruway onto the Saw Mill River Parkway; this change in road type is where the drive becomes more 'turn-heavy local drive' and requires your full 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 109.8 miles from Herkimer, NY, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 208.8 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 48 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.8 miles or 2h 9m 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 30m
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 Herkimer, 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 Herkimer, NY
This is one driving day of about 219.6 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Herkimer, 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 208.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 109.8 mi from Herkimer, NY · 2h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
110 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 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 109.8 miles from Herkimer, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 208.8 miles.
Arriving in Yonkers, NY
The final approach into Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, NY.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.15 one way
$72.30 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
77 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $39.09 | $78.17 |
| premium | $4.92 | $42.56 | $85.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $48.48 | $96.97 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.44
New York State Thruway
(208.8 mi)
$10.44
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
$36
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 65.9 | 0 | $23.06 | $10.54 |
| Efficient EV | 54.9 | 0 | $19.22 | $8.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 87.8 | 1 | $30.74 | $14.05 |
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Yonkers, NY
Night in Yonkers on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
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
6 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
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Herkimer, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 219.6 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Saw Mill River Parkway, Yonkers Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 109.8 miles from Herkimer, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.15 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 219.6 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 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 71.9 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Herkimer, NY to Yonkers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Boston along the way.
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