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52m
Distance
27.4 mi
44 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scarsdale, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
New York City, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Traveling the 27.4 miles from Scarsdale to New York City is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 52 minutes. Given the short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will navigate a mix of local roads and parkways, including the Cross County Parkway and White Plains Road, as you transition between the suburbs and the heart of the city. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, it is an economical choice for those heading south from the Northeast region. This drive is ideal if you need a reliable, quick connection between Westchester County and 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
13.7 miles from Scarsdale, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from suburban corridors to high-traffic urban arteries. With highway travel accounting for 57% of your journey, you will spend a significant portion of the trip on the Henry Hudson Parkway, which provides your longest uninterrupted stretch at 10.9 miles. The route balances these faster sections with local lanes on the Cross County Parkway, requiring you to stay alert as the environment shifts. It is neither a long-haul interstate grind nor a slow rural crawl, but rather a functional bridge between two distinct settings. Be prepared for the changing pace as you move off the parkways and closer to your final destination.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
208 ft
Total Descent
391 ft
Highest Point
243 ft
~3.4 mi in
Elevation Range
236 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in.
Moderate — some attention needed at key points
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (Cross County Parkway): Merge point — match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (Cross County Parkway (local lanes)): Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Navigation decision point
Merge point — match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Highway fork — watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Lane positioning matters here
Between Scarsdale, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Cross County Parkway West, Exits 5 - 4N - 4S and Henry Hudson Parkway South.
Cross County Parkway West
Exits 5 - 4N - 4S
Henry Hudson Parkway South
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| White Plains Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Cross County Parkway (local lanes) | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Post Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| 12th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Street | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Side Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Scarsdale, NY and New York City, NY.
Start on NY 22
Continue on NY 22
Continue on NY 22
Take the ramp
Merge onto Cross County Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)
Continue on 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 is a short 52-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to account for typical peak-hour traffic fluctuations. Since there are no planned stops on this 27.4-mile path, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as the $4 cost is minimal and efficiency is key. Keep a close eye on the transitions between the local lanes of the Cross County Parkway and the Henry Hudson Parkway to stay on your intended path. Take advantage of the trip’s brevity by planning your arrival to maximize your time in the city. Since the entire route is under an hour, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to build in rest breaks.
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 27.4 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.7 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
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 Scarsdale, 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 Scarsdale, NY
This is one driving day of about 27.4 miles and 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.7 mi from Scarsdale, NY · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 13.7 miles from Scarsdale, 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
$4.32 one way
$8.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $4.83 | $9.67 |
| premium | $4.86 | $5.24 | $10.49 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $5.06 | $10.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Scarsdale on Sunday
Local time
6:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
6:20 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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