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51m
Distance
26.7 mi
43 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Scarsdale, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
If you are planning a quick getaway from New York City to Scarsdale, you are looking at a manageable 26.7-mile journey. Typically, this trip takes about 51 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will navigate through the Northeast region using a combination of the Henry Hudson Parkway, Major Deegan Expressway, and White Plains Road. With a modest fuel budget of $4, this trip is highly economical and requires no overnight stops. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the route is straightforward and efficient enough to fit into a busy schedule.
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
13.4 miles from New York City, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from the city grid to suburban roads. While 42% of your journey is spent on highways, the character of the road shifts frequently as you move between major thoroughfares and local streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 4.7-mile segment on the Henry Hudson Parkway, providing a brief period of steady flow. Because the route balances high-speed expressways with more technical local roads, you will need to remain attentive to changing traffic patterns. It is an active, urban-to-suburban drive that requires you to stay engaged behind the wheel.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
281 ft
Total Descent
127 ft
Highest Point
188 ft
~16.7 mi in
Elevation Range
182 ft
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 9.9 miles in.
Complex — stay alert throughout
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 26.7 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 9.9 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles: Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one; at 11.5 miles: Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Exit ramp — move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs — pick the right one
Between New York City, NY and Scarsdale, NY, road signs point toward Albany, Yankee Stadium, Cross County Parkway, Cross County Parkway East, Kimball Avenue and Bronx Parkway — among others.
Albany
Yankee Stadium
Cross County Parkway
Cross County Parkway East
Kimball Avenue
Bronx Parkway
Broad Street
Mount Vernon
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| Major Deegan Expressway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| White Plains Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Post Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| New York State Thruway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| 12th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Street | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| Cross County Parkway (local lanes) | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Scarsdale, NY.
Start on Broadway
Turn right onto Chambers Street
Turn right onto NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on HH; NY 9A
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95; US 1
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 87
Continue on I 87
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Central Park Avenue
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Take the exit
Turn straight onto Parkway South
Turn left onto NY 22
Continue on NY 22
Continue on NY 22
Arrive at destination
Because this is a short 51-minute drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time, though avoiding peak commuting hours is always wise. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the 26.7-mile trip in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind, but ensure your tank is topped off before leaving the city to avoid unnecessary local stops. To make the most of your time, monitor real-time traffic reports for the Major Deegan Expressway, as congestion can fluctuate significantly on this particular artery. This trip is all about efficiency, so travel light and enjoy the seamless transition to Scarsdale.
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.
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 26.7 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.4 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scarsdale, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving New York City, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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 New York City, NY
This is one driving day of about 26.7 miles and 51m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.4 mi from New York City, NY · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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.
A short stop after about 26.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 13.4 miles from New York City, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Scarsdale, 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 Scarsdale, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.21 one way
$8.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $4.71 | $9.42 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.09
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
$4
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in New York City on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Evening in Scarsdale on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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