Origin
New York City, NY
Morning in New York City on Saturday
Local time
7:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
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Live forecast
Trip from New York City, NY to Thiells, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York City, NY
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Thiells, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
The drive from New York City, NY to Thiells, NY covers 44.1 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chambers Street, Church Street, Reade Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
About the Cities
Starting in New York City, NY
Full guide →“The City That Never Sleeps” · Founded 1624
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation. From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
- • Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
- • National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
- • Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
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 3m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 3m drive with frequent turns across 44.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chambers Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from New York City, NY to Thiells, NY is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New York City, NY to Thiells, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chambers Street | — | — |
| Church Street | — | — |
| Reade Street | — | — |
| Hudson Street | — | — |
| I 78 | — | — |
| Holland Tunnel | — | — |
| 14th Street | — | — |
| 14th Street Viaduct | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Chambers Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Thiells, NY.
1
Start on Broadway
79 ft
·
7 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn right onto Chambers Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Chambers Street
3
Turn right onto Church Street
213 ft
·
17 sec
·
Church Street
4
Turn left onto Reade Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Reade Street
5
Turn right onto Hudson Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Hudson Street
6
Keep slight right to continue on Hudson Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Hudson Street
7
Take the exit right toward I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
407 ft
·
14 sec
·
I 78: Holland Tunnel, New Jersey
8
Merge slight left onto Holland Tunnel
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Holland Tunnel
9
Continue on 14th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
14th Street
10
Keep slight left to continue on 14th Street Viaduct
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
14th Street Viaduct
11
Continue on NJ 139 Lower Level
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
NJ 139 Lower Level
12
Continue on Pulaski Skyway
407 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pulaski Skyway
13
Take the exit slight right toward US 1-9 North: Secausus
420 ft
·
14 sec
·
US 1-9 North: Secausus
14
Turn right onto Tonnelle Avenue
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Tonnelle Avenue
15
Turn straight
4.3 mi
·
5 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward NJ 17 North: Rutherford
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
NJ 17 North: Rutherford
17
Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 North: Rutherford
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
NJ 17 North: Rutherford
18
Merge slight left
3.3 mi
·
3 min
19
Continue straight
4.2 mi
·
4 min
20
Continue straight
1.8 mi
·
2 min
21
Take the exit slight right toward GSP Toll North
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
GSP Toll North
22
Merge slight left onto Garden State Parkway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Garden State Parkway
23
Keep slight right to continue on I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City
24
Keep slight left to continue on I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
25
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
New York State Thruway
26
Take the exit slight right toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain
27
Continue on Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain
28
Merge slight left onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway
29
Take the exit slight right toward US 202, CR 47: Haverstraw, Suffern
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 202, CR 47: Haverstraw, Suffern
30
Keep slight left to continue on US 202, CR 47: Haverstraw, Suffern
138 ft
·
10 sec
·
US 202, CR 47: Haverstraw, Suffern
31
Turn left onto Thiells-Mount Ivy Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Thiells-Mount Ivy Road
32
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.1 mi from New York City, NY · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from New York City, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Thiells, NY
The final approach into Thiells, 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
$7.26 one way
$14.52 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.85 | $15.70 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.55 | $17.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
Holland Tunnel
$16.00
Garden State Parkway
$0.00
New York State Thruway
$0.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$16
Total
$23
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Thiells, NY
Morning in Thiells on Saturday
Local time
7:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
16 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 3m 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 New York City, NY to Thiells, NY covers 44.1 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chambers Street, Church Street, Reade Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.1 miles from New York City, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.26 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.
The drive from New York City, NY to Thiells, NY is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from New York City, NY to Thiells, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New York City, NY to Thiells, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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