Origin
Richmond Hill, NY
Night in Richmond Hill on Thursday
Local time
11:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richmond Hill, NY to Putnam Valley, NY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
53.3 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richmond Hill, NY
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Putnam Valley, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Richmond Hill, NY to Putnam Valley, NY covers 53.3 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Van Wyck Expressway, 138th Street, I 678 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 53.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m 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 21m drive with frequent turns across 53.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Van Wyck Expressway 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 Richmond Hill, NY to Putnam Valley, NY is easy. At 1h 21m 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 Richmond Hill, NY to Putnam Valley, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Van Wyck Expressway | — | — |
| 138th Street | — | — |
| I 678 North | — | — |
| Whitestone Expressway | — | — |
| Bronx-Whitestone Bridge | — | — |
| Hutchinson River Expressway | — | — |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | — | — |
| Lincoln Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Van Wyck Expressway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond Hill, NY and Putnam Valley, NY.
1
Start on Jamaica Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Jamaica Avenue
2
Turn left onto Van Wyck Expressway
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Van Wyck Expressway
3
Continue on 138th Street
299 ft
·
6 sec
·
138th Street
4
Take the ramp slight left toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx
5
Merge slight left onto Van Wyck Expressway
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Van Wyck Expressway
6
Merge slight left onto Whitestone Expressway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Whitestone Expressway
7
Continue on Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
8
Continue on Hutchinson River Expressway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hutchinson River Expressway
9
Continue on Hutchinson River Parkway
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
10
Take the exit slight right
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
11
Turn left onto Lincoln Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lincoln Avenue
12
Turn right onto North Columbus Avenue
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
North Columbus Avenue
13
Take the ramp left toward Cross County Parkway West
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Cross County Parkway West
14
Merge slight left onto Cross County Parkway
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
Cross County Parkway
15
Take the exit slight right toward Bronx Parkway, Sprain Parkway
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Bronx Parkway, Sprain Parkway
16
Keep slight right to continue on Bronx Parkway North, Sprain Parkway
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bronx Parkway North, Sprain Parkway
17
Merge slight left onto Bronx River Parkway
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Bronx River Parkway
18
Keep slight left to continue on Sprain Brook Parkway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Sprain Brook Parkway
19
Continue on Taconic State Parkway
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
20
Take the exit slight right toward NY 132: Shrub Oak
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
NY 132: Shrub Oak
21
Turn left onto Old Yorktown Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Old Yorktown Road
22
Turn right onto Barger Street
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Barger Street
23
Turn left
1.3 mi
·
2 min
24
Turn right onto Strawberry Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Strawberry Road
25
Turn right onto Foothill Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Foothill Street
26
Continue on Travis Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Travis Road
27
Turn left onto Peekskill Hollow Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Peekskill Hollow Road
28
Turn right onto Oscawana Lake Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Oscawana Lake Road
29
Turn right
30 ft
·
3 sec
30
Turn right
190 ft
·
14 sec
31
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.6 mi from Richmond Hill, NY · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.6 miles from Richmond Hill, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Putnam Valley, NY
The final approach into Putnam Valley, 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
$8.77 one way
$17.55 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $9.49 | $18.97 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.33 | $20.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.55
Whitestone Bridge
$6.55
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$7
Total
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Putnam Valley, NY
Night in Putnam Valley on Thursday
Local time
11:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 21m 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 Putnam Valley, NY covers 53.3 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Van Wyck Expressway, 138th Street, I 678 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.6 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 $8.77 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 Richmond Hill, NY to Putnam Valley, NY is easy. At 1h 21m 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 Richmond Hill, NY to Putnam Valley, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Richmond Hill, NY to Putnam Valley, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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