Origin
Larchmont, NY
Afternoon in Larchmont on Friday
Local time
1:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Larchmont, NY to Ramapo, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
39.4 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Larchmont, NY
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Ramapo, NY
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Trip Overview
This 39.4-mile drive from Larchmont to Ramapo, NY, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 54 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $6, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion within the Northeast region. The route primarily utilizes the New York State Thruway and the Cross Westchester Expressway, suggesting a mix of highway and arterial road conditions. Given its short duration, this journey is perfectly suited for a day trip, offering flexibility for when you depart and how you structure your time. You'll find this drive to be a practical way to connect two points within New York.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 39.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 30% of the journey taking place on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.6 miles, primarily on the New York State Thruway, which offers a chance for consistent speed. The remainder of the drive likely involves navigating arterial roads like Boston Post Road, which may present more varied traffic conditions and speed changes. This blend means you'll experience both the ease of highway cruising and the more interactive nature of local road travel as you progress from Westchester County towards Ramapo.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 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 19.6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
553 ft
0 ft
Total Climb
864 ft
Total Descent
595 ft
Highest Point
553 ft
~30.9 mi in
Elevation Range
553 ft
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 6.4 miles in near I 287 / Cross Westchester Expressway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 39.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.4 miles (I 287 / Cross Westchester Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (I 87; I 287 / New York State Thruway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
6.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 287 / Cross Westchester Expressway
Merge onto I 287 / Cross Westchester Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
17.2 mi into trip
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~23m in
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I 87; I 287 / New York State Thruway
Merge onto I 87; I 287 / New York State Thruway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
35.4 mi into trip
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~46m in
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I 87 / New York State Thruway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87 / New York State Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
36.8 mi into trip
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~48m in
|
NY 17
Take the exit onto NY 17 toward NY 17 North, NY 59 North: Sloatsburg, Suffern
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15A
Toward NY 17 North, NY 59 North: Sloatsburg, Su...
6
37.8 mi into trip
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~50m in
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CR 95 / Torne Valley Road
Turn left onto CR 95 / Torne Valley Road
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 Larchmont, NY to Ramapo, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Suffern along the way.
Suffern
36.8 mi in
|
~48m
|
via NY 17
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 19.6 mi | 25m |
| Cross Westchester Expressway | 10.8 mi | 12m |
| Boston Post Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| East Boston Post Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Torne Valley Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Orange Turnpike | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Torne Brook Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| NY 17 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 19.6 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Larchmont, NY and Ramapo, NY.
1
Start on US 1
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Boston Post Road
2
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Boston Post Road
3
Continue on US 1
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Post Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Boston Post Road
5
Take the ramp
507 ft
·
12 sec
6
Merge onto I 287
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Cross Westchester Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 87; I 287
18 mi
·
23 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto NY 17
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
NY 17
Exit 15A
Toward NY 17 North, NY 59 North: Sloatsburg, Suffern
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn sharp right onto NY 59
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Orange Turnpike
11
Turn left onto CR 95
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Torne Valley Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto Torne Brook Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Torne Brook Road
13
Turn right onto Lake Street
153 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lake Street
14
Arrive at destination
Lake Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.7 mi from Larchmont, NY · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Larchmont, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ramapo, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ramapo, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.49 one way
$12.97 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.64 | $15.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.03
New York State Thruway
(19.6 mi)
$0.98
Orange Turnpike
(0.8 mi)
$0.05
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$1
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Ramapo, NY
Afternoon in Ramapo on Friday
Local time
1:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
11 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
54m 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 Larchmont, NY to Ramapo, NY covers 39.4 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Cross Westchester Expressway, Boston Post Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.7 miles from Larchmont, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.49 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 39.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.4 miles (I 287 / Cross Westchester Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles (I 87; I 287 / New York State Thruway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.4 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Larchmont, NY to Ramapo, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Suffern along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 0 ft to 553 ft elevation with about 864 ft of total climbing.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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