Origin
Manhattan, NY
Evening in Manhattan on Wednesday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Manhattan, NY to Inwood, NY
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
13m
Distance
7.1 mi
11 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Manhattan, NY
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Inwood, NY
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Trip Overview
This short, 7.1-mile drive from Manhattan to Inwood, New York, is a quick urban excursion with an estimated travel time of just 13 minutes. It's entirely within New York, making it an easy day trip option. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 75% of it on highways, and is best suited for a single day of travel. With a fuel cost estimated at just $1, it's an economical option for a quick city exploration. You'll primarily navigate using the Henry Hudson Parkway, Amsterdam Avenue, and West 86th Street, offering a straightforward journey through the city.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.6 miles from Manhattan, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 75% of the journey taking place on these types of roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.4 miles along the Henry Hudson Parkway, offering a relatively smooth and continuous experience. While the profile suggests a highway focus, you will also utilize city streets like Amsterdam Avenue and West 86th Street. This mix means you’ll experience both faster-paced highway driving and more typical urban road conditions as you make your way north.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Henry Hudson Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 5.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Henry Hudson Parkway and Amsterdam Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Amsterdam Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Amsterdam Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (West 96th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Amsterdam Avenue
Turn right onto Amsterdam Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
West 96th Street
Turn left onto West 96th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway
Navigation decision point
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
HH; NY 9A / Henry Hudson Parkway
Merge onto HH; NY 9A / Henry Hudson Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward Dyckman Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward Dyckman Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Amsterdam Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West 86th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West 96th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 86th Street Transverse | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Henry Hudson Parkway
— 5.4 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manhattan, NY and Inwood, NY.
1
Start on 86th Street Transverse
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
86th Street Transverse
2
Continue on West 86th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West 86th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto Amsterdam Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Amsterdam Avenue
4
Turn left onto West 96th Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
West 96th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
448 ft
·
11 sec
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway
6
Merge onto HH; NY 9A
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 17
Toward Dyckman Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto Riverside Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Riverside Drive
9
Turn slight left onto US 9
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Broadway
10
Arrive at destination
US 9
Trip Plan
Given the brief 13-minute duration and 7.1-mile distance, this trip offers maximum flexibility; there's no need to split it. Leaving during off-peak hours can help you avoid any potential city traffic, even on this short route. With a minimal fuel cost of around $1, you won't need to worry extensively about refueling. A practical tip for this drive is to be aware of the transitions between the Henry Hudson Parkway and the city streets; these can sometimes be abrupt, so pay close attention to signage as you navigate between them.
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 3.6 miles from Manhattan, NY, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.4 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 7 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.6 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Inwood, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Manhattan, NY.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Manhattan, NY
This is one driving day of about 7.1 miles and 13m.
At 7.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Henry Hudson Parkway for about 5.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.6 mi from Manhattan, NY · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.6 miles from Manhattan, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Inwood, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Inwood, 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
$1.17 one way
$2.34 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $1.26 | $2.53 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.38 | $2.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.57 | $3.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.62 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Inwood, NY
Evening in Inwood on Wednesday
Local time
7:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
13m 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 Manhattan, NY to Inwood, NY covers 7.1 miles and takes about 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Henry Hudson Parkway, Amsterdam Avenue, West 86th Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.6 miles from Manhattan, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.17 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 straightforward 13m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Amsterdam Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (West 96th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Manhattan, NY to Inwood, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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