Origin
Lake Carmel, NY
Late night in Lake Carmel on Saturday
Local time
1:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Carmel, NY to Yonkers, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
47.8 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Carmel, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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Trip Overview
This 47.8-mile drive from Lake Carmel, NY to Yonkers, NY is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 5 minutes, making it perfect for a single day. With 93% of the journey on highways, including Saw Mill River Parkway, I-684, and I-84, you'll find yourself on a highway-focused adventure. The estimated fuel cost for this short hop is around $8, so budget concerns are minimal. Given its brevity and highway nature, this route is ideal for a quick transit rather than an extended exploration, fitting comfortably within the Northeast region. It’s a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
About the Cities
Starting in Lake Carmel, NY
Full guide →Arriving in Yonkers, NY
Full guide →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.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47.8 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 (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 47.8-mile route, with 93% of your travel time spent on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.4 miles on the Saw Mill River Parkway, offering a consistent pace. While the primary roads are I-684 and I-84, the inclusion of the Saw Mill River Parkway suggests a blend of high-speed interstate and a parkway feel. This drive is characterized by its focus on forward motion, allowing you to cover ground efficiently without many detours from your main path.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 27.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Waccabuc Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Waccabuc Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Waccabuc Road
Turn left onto Waccabuc Road
Navigation decision point
7
7.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 684 South: White Plains
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 68A
Toward I 684 South: White Plains
7
18.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
7
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
47.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
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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.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 27.4 mi | 37m |
| I 684 | 10.1 mi | 11m |
| I 84 | 6 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 311 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Yonkers Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Nepperhan Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Snadbeck Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Barrett Hill Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Saw Mill River Parkway
— 27.4 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Carmel, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on Coleman Road
75 ft
·
8 sec
·
Coleman Road
2
Turn left onto Waccabuc Road
406 ft
·
17 sec
·
Waccabuc Road
3
Continue on Worthington Drive West
486 ft
·
22 sec
·
Worthington Drive West
4
Turn right onto Barrett Hill Road
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Barrett Hill Road
5
Turn left onto NY 52
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Highway 52
6
Continue on NY 52
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Snadbeck Avenue
7
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 311
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Snadbeck Avenue
8
Continue on NY 311
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 311
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
10
Merge onto I 84
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 84
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 68A
Toward I 684 South: White Plains
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 684
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 684
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5
Toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway
27 mi
·
37 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Yonkers Avenue
17
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
18
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.9 mi from Lake Carmel, NY · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Lake Carmel, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.87 one way
$15.74 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $8.51 | $17.02 |
| premium | $4.92 | $9.26 | $18.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.55 | $21.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Yonkers, NY
Late night in Yonkers on Saturday
Local time
1:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 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
1h 5m 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 Lake Carmel, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 47.8 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Saw Mill River Parkway, I 684, I 84. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.9 miles from Lake Carmel, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.87 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 47.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Waccabuc Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lake Carmel, NY to Yonkers, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument. 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.
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