This 103.2-mile drive from Sag Harbor, NY, to Yonkers, NY, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes. You'll primarily navigate along major arteries like the Long Island Expressway and Sunrise Highway, with a significant portion, 53%, being highway driving. With an estimated fuel cost of $18, this route offers a straightforward journey within the Northeast region, connecting two points within New York State. It's a practical option for a day trip, allowing ample time for your destination activities without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.6 miles from Sag Harbor, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 36m. Total distance: 103.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is best described as a mixed bag. You'll experience stretches of efficient highway travel, including a notable 41.4-mile segment on the Long Island Expressway. However, expect transitions between these faster sections and more localized roads as you progress. With 53% of the route on highways, it offers a blend of speeds, meaning you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind the entire time. This varied road personality means you'll encounter different driving conditions throughout the journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Long Island Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 41.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 38.8 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 103.2 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 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 33 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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38.8 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 57N
Toward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock Road
8
84.7 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport
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 31N-S
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge,...
10
85 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 31N
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...
9
100.9 mi into trip|~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward US 9, NY 9A North: Broadway
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 23
Toward US 9, NY 9A North: Broadway
9
101 mi into trip|~2h 32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, NY 9A North: Van Cortlandt Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 9 North, NY 9A North: Van Cortlandt P...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sag Harbor, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Cr 16 West: Yaphank, Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England and Bronx River Parkway North - among others.
Cr 16 West: Yaphank
38.8 mi in|~1h 1m
Kennedy Airport
84.7 mi in|~2h 4m
Cross Island Parkway North
85 mi in|~2h 4m
Bronx
88.4 mi in|~2h 9m
New England
88.4 mi in|~2h 9m
Bronx River Parkway North
94.9 mi in|~2h 20m
White Plains
94.9 mi in|~2h 20m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Long Island Expressway
41.4 mi
55m
Sunrise Highway
24.2 mi
31m
County Road 39A
5.5 mi
11m
Scuttle Hole Road
4.3 mi
8m
Horseblock Road
3.9 mi
5m
Cross Bronx Expressway
3.2 mi
4m
Cross Island Parkway
3.1 mi
4m
Bronx River Parkway
2.7 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 41.4 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sag Harbor, NY and Yonkers, NY.
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Start on this road
28 ft·1 sec·this road
2
Continue on Division Street
0.2 mi·37 sec·Division Street
3
Turn right onto Jermain Avenue
0.1 mi·31 sec·Jermain Avenue
4
At end of road, turn right onto Madison Street
80 ft·8 sec·Madison Street
5
Turn left onto Jermain Avenue
281 ft·12 sec·Jermain Avenue
6
Continue on Jermain Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Jermain Avenue
7
Turn left onto CR 79
0.3 mi·58 sec·Main Street
8
Continue on CR 79
1.5 mi·2 min·Bridgehampton–Sag Harbor Turnpike
9
Turn right onto Scuttle Hole Road
2.0 mi·3 min·Scuttle Hole Road
10
Enter roundabout onto Scuttle Hole Road
50 ft·1 sec·Scuttle Hole Road
11
Continue on Scuttle Hole Road
2.3 mi·4 min·Scuttle Hole Road
12
Merge onto NY 27
2.2 mi·4 min·Montauk Highway
13
Take the exit onto NY 27
372 ft·7 sec·NY 27
Toward NY 27 West: New York
14
Merge onto NY 27; CR 39A
5.5 mi·11 min·County Road 39A
15
Continue on NY 27
24 mi·31 min·Sunrise Highway
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi·23 sec
Exit 57NToward CR 16 West: Yaphank, Horseblock RoadUse the right lane.
17
Turn left onto CR 56
0.2 mi·21 sec·Victory Avenue
18
Turn right onto CR 16
3.9 mi·5 min·Horseblock Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn left onto Express Drive North
0.2 mi·14 sec·Express Drive North
Use the left lane.
20
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 495 WEST: New York
21
Merge onto I 495
41 mi·55 min·Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 31N-SToward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 31NToward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone BridgeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
24
Merge onto CI
3.1 mi·4 min·Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 33Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New EnglandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto I 295
1.8 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
27
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi·1 min·Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
3.2 mi·4 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the slight right lane.
30
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.1 mi·27 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
31
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
32
Merge onto BR
2.7 mi·4 min·Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.1 mi·25 sec
Exit 9Toward Gun Hill RoadUse the slight right lane.
34
Turn left onto East Gun Hill Road
1.0 mi·2 min·East Gun Hill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
35
Take the ramp
328 ft·8 sec
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway, Saw Mill Parkway
36
Merge onto MP
1.3 mi·2 min·Mosholu Parkway
37
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NY 9A South: Manhattan, Henry Hudson Parkway SouthUse the slight right lane.
38
Merge onto HH
0.2 mi·14 sec·Henry Hudson Parkway
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
39
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 23Toward US 9, NY 9A North: BroadwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Keep slight right at fork
393 ft·12 sec
Toward US 9 North, NY 9A North: Van Cortlandt ParkUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
41
Turn right onto US 9; NY 9A
2.1 mi·3 min·Broadway
42
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 36 minutes, this route offers great flexibility. Consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Yonkers. While only one stop is factored into the estimated duration, you can easily add brief breaks as needed. Watch for the transitions between highway and local roads, particularly as you get closer to your final destination. Your fuel cost is estimated at a manageable $18, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before you embark.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 51.6 miles from Sag Harbor, NY, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.4 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 23 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.6 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 3m
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 Sag Harbor, 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 Sag Harbor, NY
This is one driving day of about 103.2 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Sag Harbor, 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 Long Island Expressway for about 41.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.6 mi from Sag Harbor, NY
· 1h 19m into the drive
The midpoint is around 51.6 miles from Sag Harbor, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Yonkers, NY
The final approach into Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, NY.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 96.1
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 96.1
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 39.1
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 96.1
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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 96.1
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 96.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.99 one way
$33.97 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$18.37
$36.74
premium
$4.92
$20.00
$40.00
diesel
$5.61
$22.79
$45.57
Estimated Tolls: $6.66
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
Bridgehampton–Sag Harbor Turnpike
(1.5 mi)$0.11
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
$17
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31
0
$10.84
$4.95
Efficient EV
25.8
0
$9.03
$4.13
EV Truck/SUV
41.3
0
$14.45
$6.60
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Sag Harbor, NY
Morning
in Sag Harbor on Friday
Local time
11:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Morning
in Yonkers on Friday
Local time
11:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°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
15 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
2h 36m 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 Sag Harbor, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 103.2 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Long Island Expressway, Sunrise Highway, County Road 39A. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.6 miles from Sag Harbor, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.99 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 33 significant decision points across 103.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 38.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 84.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Sag Harbor, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Cr 16 West: Yaphank, Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England and Bronx River Parkway North - among others.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Fire Island National Seashore. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
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.
