Origin
Nyack, NY
Morning in Nyack on Friday
Local time
8:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Nyack, NY to Manhattan, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
25.4 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Nyack, NY
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Manhattan, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Nyack to Manhattan is a short, 25-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes to complete. Because of the limited distance, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $4 on fuel for the transit, making it a very budget-friendly commute within the Northeast region. While the trip is brief, the transition from the riverfront character of Nyack to the dense urban environment of Manhattan happens quickly. It is an ideal route for those looking to move between these two distinct New York locations without a major time investment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 25.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This 25-mile transit is defined by its turn-heavy, local road nature rather than high-speed interstate travel. You will notice a 0% highway share, meaning the experience is entirely dependent on local infrastructure rather than open, multi-lane expressways. Expect a technical driving experience that demands your attention as you navigate through the local landscape. Because the route lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, your pace will be dictated by the flow of local traffic and road geometry. Be prepared for a drive that feels more like a series of connected neighborhood transitions than a singular, fast-paced sprint.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Palisades Interstate Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
524 ft
-3 ft
Total Climb
606 ft
Total Descent
570 ft
Highest Point
524 ft
~9.1 mi in
Elevation Range
527 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Palisades Interstate Parkway and Henry Hudson Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 13 decision points packed into just 25.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19 miles (US 9): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward Palisades Parkway South, Palisades Scenic Byway
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Palisades Parkway South, Palisades Sceni...
8
19 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 9
Take the exit onto US 9 toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th...
7
19.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway
8
19.4 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward NY 9A South: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward NY 9A South: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downt...
7
24 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art, American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum Of Manhattan, JCC in Manhattan, Lincoln Center, New York Historical Society, New York Institute of Technology
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Nyack, NY and Manhattan, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Parkway South, Palisades Scenic Byway, Downtown, Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum Of Art and American Museum Of Natural History - among others.
Palisades Parkway South
7.5 mi in
|
~13m
Palisades Scenic Byway
7.5 mi in
|
~13m
Downtown
19.4 mi in
|
~30m
Boat Basin
24 mi in
|
~38m
Metropolitan Museum Of Art
24 mi in
|
~38m
American Museum Of Natural History
24 mi in
|
~38m
Children's Museum Of Manhattan
24 mi in
|
~38m
Jcc In Manhattan
24 mi in
|
~38m
Lincoln Center
24 mi in
|
~38m
New York Historical Society
24 mi in
|
~38m
New York Institute Of Technology
24 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Palisades Interstate Parkway | 10.3 mi | 14m |
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| US 9W | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Route 9W | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Broadway | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Palisades Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I 95 EXPR | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| George Washington Bridge (upper level) | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Palisades Interstate Parkway
— 10.3 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Nyack, NY and Manhattan, NY.
1
Start on Main Street
118 ft
·
10 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn left onto South Broadway
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Broadway
3
Turn straight onto US 9W
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
US 9W
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 9W
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Route 9W
5
Continue on US 9W
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Palisades Boulevard
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward Palisades Parkway South, Palisades Scenic Byway
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR
9
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
George Washington Bridge (upper level)
10
Take the exit onto US 9
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
US 9
Exit 1A
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway, West 178th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward NY 9A: Henry Hudson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward NY 9A South: Henry Hudson Parkway, Downtown
Use the straight lane.
13
Merge onto HH; NY 9A
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art, American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum Of Manhattan, JCC in Manhattan, Lincoln Center, New York Historical Society, New York Institute of Technology
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on West 79th Street
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
West 79th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Broadway
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Broadway
17
Turn right onto West 86th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 86th Street
18
Continue on 86th Street Transverse
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
86th Street Transverse
Toward East Side
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
86th Street Transverse
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.18 one way
$8.36 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.52 | $9.04 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.92 | $9.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$16
Total
$20
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Manhattan, NY
Morning in Manhattan on Friday
Local time
8:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
3 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
42m 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 Nyack, NY to Manhattan, NY covers 25.4 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Palisades Interstate Parkway, Henry Hudson Parkway, US 9W. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.7 miles from Nyack, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.18 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 13 decision points packed into just 25.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 42m.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19 miles (US 9): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Nyack, NY and Manhattan, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Parkway South, Palisades Scenic Byway, Downtown, Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum Of Art and American Museum Of Natural History - among others.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from -3 ft to 524 ft elevation with about 606 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Elevation is sampled from USGS 3DEP. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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