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Trip from Paris, NY to Yonkers, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 50m

Distance

222.6 mi

358 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min
4 AM
4h 37m ★
6 AM
4h 51m
8 AM
5h 18m
10 AM
5h 0m
12 PM
4h 58m
3 PM
5h 2m
5 PM
5h 16m
8 PM
4h 43m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

town in New York

Paris, NY

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city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Yonkers, NY

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Trip Overview

Paris, NY to Yonkers, NY is 222.6 miles and takes about 4 hours 50 minutes via NY 17, NY 8, and Palisades Interstate Parkway, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you across New York State, from the Northeast region to the Northeast region, entirely within the Empire State. It's a straightforward, largely highway-focused trip that's ideal for a single day of travel. Given the relatively short duration, you'll have plenty of time to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

111.3 miles from Paris, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 104.7 mi 2h 10m
NY 8 69.1 mi 1h 28m
Palisades Interstate Parkway 15.1 mi 17m
New York State Thruway 10.2 mi 13m
Saw Mill River Parkway 7.8 mi 10m
US 6 7.1 mi 9m
Doolittle Road 3.4 mi 8m
Summit Road 2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 104.7 mi, about 2h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Paris, NY and Yonkers, NY.

1

Start on this road

33 ft · 1 sec · this road
2

Turn slight left onto Doolittle Road

212 ft · 9 sec · Doolittle Road
3

Continue on CR 18

3.3 mi · 8 min · Doolittle Road
4

Continue on CR 7

2.0 mi · 4 min · Summit Road
5

Continue on Main Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · Main Street
6

At end of road, turn right onto NY 8

69 mi · 1 hr 28 min · NY 8
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward NY 17 East
8

Merge onto NY 17

105 mi · 2 hr 10 min · NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit onto US 6

7.1 mi · 9 min · US 6
Exit 130A Toward US 6: Bear Mountain
10

Enter roundabout

346 ft · 4 sec
Exit 18 Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
11

Continue

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 18 Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
12

Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway

15 mi · 17 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 9E Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South Use the right lane.
14

Merge onto I 87; I 287

9.2 mi · 12 min · New York State Thruway
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87

1.0 mi · 1 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Exit 7A Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway

7.8 mi · 10 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec
Exit 5 Toward West Yonkers Avenue Use the slight right lane.
19

Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Yonkers Avenue
20

Continue on Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Nepperhan Avenue
21

Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A

229 ft · 5 sec · South Broadway
Use the left lane.
22

Arrive at destination

US 9; NY 9A

Trip Plan

With a drive time under 5 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. You'll only have one main stop implied by the data, so plan your fuel and rest breaks strategically before embarking on the longest 104.7-mile stretch on NY 17. Given the highway-heavy nature, ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained driving. Keep an eye on the transition to the Palisades Interstate Parkway, as it can have varying speed limits and traffic patterns.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 111.3 miles from Paris, NY, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.7 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 49 miles or 1h 9m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 111.3 miles or 2h 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 3h 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yonkers, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Paris, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Paris, NY

This is one driving day of about 222.6 miles and 4h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Paris, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 104.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Rockland County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ramapo, NY

111 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

Sidney, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 49 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rockland, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.3 miles from Paris, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.7 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $50 mile 222.6

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $50 mile 222.6

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

An Beal Bocht Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 222.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+17188847127

Visit website

Yossies Cafe & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 174.9

Monroe, New York

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18457830901

Visit website

Sayola Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 222.6

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12018712182

Visit website

Cafe Weekend

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 222.6

Cresskill, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12016278005

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 222.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13472027123

Visit website

Closter Cafe and Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 222.6

Closter, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+12015647959

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 222.6

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+19149204077

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 222.6

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 127.2

Liberty, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887187474

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 174.9

Monroe, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18447982438

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 190.8

Stony Point, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 174.9

Monroe, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 159

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Lynkwell Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 159

Middletown, NY

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

HondoGO Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 190.8

Garnerville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 159

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 222.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+17185493200

Visit website

Seton Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 222.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Ewen Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 222.6

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 222.6

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Isham Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 222.6

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

African Art Museum of the SMA

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 222.6

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12018948611

Visit website

Escape Room NJ

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 222.6

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+12018151784

Visit website

Englewood Picnic Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 222.6

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 74.8 and 222.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
74.8 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Take the exit toward NY 17 East

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward NY 17 East
8
202.4 mi into trip | ~4h 22m in

Take the exit toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 9E Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, W...
7
213.1 mi into trip | ~4h 37m in

Take the exit toward Saw Mill River Parkway South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 7A Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
7
221.3 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Take the exit toward West Yonkers Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 5 Toward West Yonkers Avenue
7
222.6 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in | US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway

Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$36.64 one way

$73.28 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $39.62 $79.24
premium $4.92 $43.14 $86.29
diesel $5.61 $49.15 $98.29

Estimated Tolls: $0.51

New York State Thruway (10.2 mi) $0.51

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

$37

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 66.8 0 $23.37 $10.68
Efficient EV 55.7 0 $19.48 $8.90
EV Truck/SUV 89 1 $31.16 $14.25

Gas CO2

78 kg

EV CO2

26 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Paris, NY

Afternoon in Paris on Saturday

Local time

1:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yonkers, NY

Afternoon in Yonkers on Saturday

Local time

1:56 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Ramapo, NY

111 mi in

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

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

4h 50m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

National Memorial

Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 222.6
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 222.6
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 222.6
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 222.6
View on nps.gov
Fort Stanwix National Monument

Fort Stanwix National Monument

National Monument

For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free near mile 222.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 104.7 miles on NY 17, offering a consistent pace for a considerable portion of your travel. The use of NY 8 and the Palisades Interstate Parkway suggests a transition towards more parkway-style driving as you approach your destination. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency and steady progress, with minimal interruptions for local traffic.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.7 mi on NY 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NY 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 74.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 222.6 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 74.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 202.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 213.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Paris, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South, White Plains and New York State Thruway South.

Palisades Interstate Parkway South

186.7 mi in | ~4h 3m

White Plains

202.4 mi in | ~4h 22m

New York State Thruway South

202.4 mi in | ~4h 22m

About the Cities

Arriving in Yonkers, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1646

Yonkers is a city of 211,569 people (2020) in Westchester County. The third most populous city in New York state, Yonkers is a suburb of New York City and borders the Borough of the Bronx. Yonkers is known as the "City of Seven Hills," which are Park, Nodine, Ridge, Cross, Locust, Glen, and Church hills.

Top landmarks

  • Untermyer Park — public garden
  • Hudson River Museum — museum in Yonkers, N.Y.
  • Glenview Mansion — historic house in New York, United States

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 4h 50m. Total distance: 222.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.7 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.51 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Yonkers, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 74.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 202.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 213.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Yonkers, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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