Trip from Richmond Hill, NY to Suffern, NY

Drive Time

58m

Distance

40.3 mi

65 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min

4 AM

0h 54m ★

6 AM

0h 59m

8 AM

1h 8m

10 AM

1h 2m

12 PM

1h 1m

3 PM

1h 3m

5 PM

1h 8m

8 PM

0h 56m

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

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Richmond Hill, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Richmond Hill to Suffern, you are looking at a straightforward 40.3-mile journey across the Northeast. Expect to spend about 58 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a one-day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget roughly $7 for fuel to cover the distance, which is entirely manageable for a quick getaway. Because this route is heavily focused on major highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time moving through dense transit corridors. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from Queens to the edge of the Hudson Valley efficiently.

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

20.1 miles from Richmond Hill, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 40.3-mile route is defined by a high-intensity highway experience, with 87% of the trip taking place on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a mix of the Van Wyck Expressway, NJ 4, and NJ 17, which keeps the pace consistent throughout the hour-long drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on NJ 17, where you will cover 10.8 miles of highway driving without needing to deviate. Expect a standard interstate-style grind rather than a winding backroad experience, as the route prioritizes speed and directness over scenic detours. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the high highway percentage means you will be merging and maintaining speed for nearly the entire duration.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

NJ 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NJ 17 and NJ 4. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 40.3 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 10 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

10 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut

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 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: Geor...

10.2 mi into trip | ~16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washingto...

18.1 mi into trip | ~27m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

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 I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack

18.3 mi into trip | ~28m in

Keep slight right at fork toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus

36.6 mi into trip | ~53m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern

Towns Along This Route

Between Richmond Hill, NY and Suffern, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South and Gsp North - among others.

Manhattan

10 mi in | ~15m

New Haven Connecticut

10 mi in | ~15m

Upper Level

15.6 mi in | ~23m | via I 95; US 1

Njtp South: Hackensack

18.1 mi in | ~27m

Gsp South

25.2 mi in | ~37m

Gsp North

25.2 mi in | ~37m

Newark

25.2 mi in | ~37m

Mahwah

25.2 mi in | ~37m

Franklin Turnpike

36.4 mi in | ~52m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
NJ 17	10.8 mi	13m
NJ 4	6.7 mi	9m
Van Wyck Expressway	4.9 mi	7m
I 95	4.8 mi	6m
Franklin Turnpike	3.3 mi	5m
Whitestone Expressway	2 mi	2m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge	1.3 mi	1m
I 95 EXPR	1.2 mi	1m

Longest stretch: NJ 17 — 10.8 mi, about 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Richmond Hill, NY and Suffern, NY.

Start on Jamaica Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Jamaica Avenue

Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Van Wyck Expressway

Use the left lane.

Continue on 138th Street

298 ft · 6 sec · 138th Street

Use the straight / left / none lanes.

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx

Merge onto I 678

4.8 mi · 6 min · Van Wyck Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 678

2.0 mi · 2 min · Whitestone Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 1 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge

Continue on I 678

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Exit 19S-W; 19N Toward I 95 South, I 278 West, I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 19S-W Toward I 95 South, I 278 West: George Washington Bridge, Manhattan Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 95 South Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 95

4.8 mi · 6 min · I 95

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Toward Upper Level

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.6 mi · 59 sec · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Continue on I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.5 mi · 48 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

0.6 mi · 39 sec · I 95 EXPR; US 1 EXPR; US 9 EXPR

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR; NJTP

0.1 mi · 8 sec · I 95 EXPR; NJTP

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward I 95 South, NJTP South: Hackensack Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Exit 72A Toward NJ 4 West: Paramus Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 4

6.7 mi · 9 min · NJ 4

Use the none / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward GSP South, NJ 17 South, GSP North, NJ 17 North: Grand State Plaza, Newark, Mahwah Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Toward NJ 17 North: Mahwah Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto NJ 17

3.3 mi · 4 min · NJ 17

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on NJ 17

7.3 mi · 9 min · NJ 17

Use the none lane.

Continue on NJ 17

0.2 mi · 10 sec · NJ 17

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

474 ft · 13 sec

Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 19 sec · this road

Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern

Keep slight right at fork

428 ft · 11 sec

Toward Franklin Turnpike, Suffern Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Turn straight onto CR 507

3.3 mi · 5 min · Franklin Turnpike

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn sharp right onto NY 59

0.3 mi · 26 sec · Lafayette Avenue

Turn slight right onto Washington Avenue

73 ft · 1 sec · Washington Avenue

Arrive at destination

Washington Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always wise when navigating the Van Wyck Expressway. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the 58-minute duration is short enough to drive straight through without fatigue. Keep your $7 fuel budget in mind, and consider filling up before you leave Richmond Hill to avoid stopping on the busier highway segments. Because the longest stretch of your drive is the 10.8-mile segment on NJ 17, try to time your transit to avoid heavy commuter congestion on that specific road. Use the simplicity of this quick trip to your advantage and keep your itinerary light.

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 20.1 miles from Richmond Hill, NY, or about 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.8 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 40.3 miles or 58m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 20.1 miles or 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 49m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Richmond Hill, 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 Richmond Hill, NY

This is one driving day of about 40.3 miles and 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Richmond Hill, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

The longest stretch is on NJ 17 for about 10.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 20.1 mi from Richmond Hill, NY · 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yonkers, NY

20 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 40.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yonkers, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Richmond Hill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Suffern, NY

The final approach into Suffern, 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 Suffern, NY.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.56 one way

$13.12 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$7.11	$14.22
premium	$4.88	$7.75	$15.49
diesel	$5.64	$8.95	$17.91

Estimated Tolls: $22.78

George Washington Bridge $16.00

Whitestone Bridge $6.55

Franklin Turnpike (3.3 mi) $0.23

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

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	12.1	$4.23	$1.93
Efficient EV	10.1	$3.53	$1.61
EV Truck/SUV	16.1	$5.64	$2.58

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (64% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Richmond Hill, NY

Evening in Richmond Hill on Sunday

Local time

6:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Suffern, NY

Evening in Suffern on Sunday

Local time

6:38 PM

EDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

58m 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 Richmond Hill, NY to Suffern, NY covers 40.3 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are NJ 17, NJ 4, Van Wyck Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 20.1 miles from Richmond Hill, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.56 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.

Between Richmond Hill, NY and Suffern, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan, New Haven Connecticut, Upper Level, Njtp South: Hackensack, Gsp South and Gsp North - among others.

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Trip from Richmond Hill, NY to Suffern, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Suffern, NY

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Richmond Hill, NY

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Very similar conditions

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