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1h 20m
Distance
48.5 mi
78 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
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Peekskill, NY
Clément Proust
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Driving from Peekskill to New York City is a straightforward 48.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Since this is a short trip within the Northeast, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily rely on the Saw Mill River Parkway, US 9, and the Henry Hudson Parkway to navigate your way south. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, this route is an economical choice for commuters or weekend travelers. The drive is efficient, prioritizing speed over sightseeing, making it ideal for those who simply need to reach the heart of the city.
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
24.2 miles from Peekskill, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with roughly 83% of your travel time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a mix of fast-paced parkway driving that transitions into the dense infrastructure of the city. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 15.5 miles along the Saw Mill River Parkway, which provides the most consistent cruising experience of the entire journey. Expect a transition from the suburban feel of Peekskill to the more technical and congested driving conditions as you approach the city limits. It is a functional, no-nonsense route designed to get you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
765 ft
Total Descent
866 ft
Highest Point
415 ft
~20.2 mi in
Elevation Range
405 ft
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and US 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 6; US 202; NY 35 / Main Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 48.5 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 0.1 miles (US 6; US 202; NY 35 / Main Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.8 miles (US 9): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp left onto US 6; US 202; NY 35 / Main Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Merge onto US 9
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto HH / Henry Hudson Parkway toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto Chambers Street
Lane positioning matters here
Between Peekskill, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Saw Mill River Parkway South, Yonkers and Henry Hudson Parkway South.
Saw Mill River Parkway South
Yonkers
Henry Hudson Parkway South
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 15.5 mi | 21m |
| US 9 | 14 mi | 21m |
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| NY 9A | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| 12th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Street | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Side Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Peekskill, NY and New York City, NY.
Start on South Division Street
Turn sharp left onto US 6; US 202; NY 35
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 9
Turn straight onto NY 9A; NY 100
Take the ramp
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
Continue on HH
Keep slight right at fork onto HH
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Continue on NY 9A
Turn left onto Chambers Street
Turn left onto Church Street
Turn right onto Duane Street
Turn right onto Broadway
Arrive at destination
Because this drive is only 48.5 miles, you have significant flexibility in your departure time, though you should account for potential traffic patterns common to these major parkways. Since there are no required stops on this 1 hour and 20-minute trip, you can comfortably make the drive in one go. If you are budget-conscious, try to fill up your tank before leaving Peekskill, as fuel prices can fluctuate significantly once you enter the city. Pay close attention to the specific height and vehicle restrictions often found on the Saw Mill River and Henry Hudson Parkways, as these roads are generally designed for passenger vehicles rather than large trucks or oversized vans.
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 48.5 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.2 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Peekskill, 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 Peekskill, NY
This is one driving day of about 48.5 miles and 1h 20m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.2 mi from Peekskill, NY · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 48.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.2 miles from Peekskill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into New York City, 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 New York City, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.90 one way
$15.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $8.56 | $17.11 |
| premium | $4.88 | $9.32 | $18.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.10 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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 Peekskill on Sunday
Local time
5:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Mostly Sunny
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:56PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Evening in New York City on Sunday
Local time
5:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
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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