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34m
Distance
17.4 mi
28 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
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
Yonkers, NY
Malcolm Garret
Traveling from New York City to Yonkers is a quick 17.4-mile journey that typically takes about 34 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is perfect for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Henry Hudson Parkway, Broadway, and 12th Avenue as you head north through the Northeast region. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. It serves as a straightforward transition between the city and the suburban landscape of Yonkers, making it a convenient drive for those looking to leave the urban core behind.
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
8.7 miles from New York City, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from dense city streets to more fluid parkway travel. With 56% of the route consisting of highway driving, you will spend a significant portion of your time on the Henry Hudson Parkway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.8 miles. The character of the road shifts as you move from the congestion of Broadway and 12th Avenue onto the faster-paced parkway environment. This combination keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, offering a balanced mix of local maneuvering and steady highway speed.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
331 ft
Total Descent
280 ft
Highest Point
191 ft
~14.5 mi in
Elevation Range
186 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 4 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Chambers Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.4 miles you will encounter 4 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 (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles (NY 9A / West Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Chambers Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto NY 9A / West Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 9 South: Broadway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp left onto US 9 / Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| Broadway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| 12th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Street | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Side Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Chambers Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 11th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Broadway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Yonkers, 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
Turn sharp left onto US 9
Arrive at destination
Since the total duration is only 34 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any stops along the way, as the short mileage makes for a very manageable commute. Keep in mind that traffic patterns on the Henry Hudson Parkway can fluctuate, so checking real-time conditions before you head out is a smart move. Because you are only spending about $3 on fuel, you can easily afford to make this trip on short notice. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert during the transition between the local streets of 12th Avenue and the entrance to the parkway to ensure you navigate the turn-offs correctly.
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 17.4 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.7 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yonkers, 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 17.4 miles and 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.7 mi from New York City, NY · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 8.7 miles from New York City, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.83 one way
$5.67 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| premium | $4.88 | $3.35 | $6.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.87 | $7.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.52 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
6:26 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 Yonkers on Sunday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°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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