Origin
Wellsville, NY
Afternoon in Wellsville on Sunday
Local time
3:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wellsville, NY to Yonkers, NY
Drive Time
5h 13m
Distance
306.3 mi
493 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 0m
★
6 AM
5h 14m
8 AM
5h 41m
10 AM
5h 23m
12 PM
5h 21m
3 PM
5h 25m
5 PM
5h 39m
8 PM
5h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yonkers, NY
Malcolm Garret
Trip Overview
Traveling from Wellsville to Yonkers covers 306.3 miles across New York state, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 13 minutes behind the wheel. Given the duration, this trip is manageable as a single-day drive if you are comfortable with a consistent pace. You should budget approximately $48 for fuel to complete the trek. Since the route stays entirely within the Northeast region, you will experience a familiar transition from the quieter surroundings of Wellsville toward the denser environment of Yonkers. It is an ideal distance for a traveler who prefers to get from point A to point B in one go without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
153.2 miles from Wellsville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate through local roads like West Madison Street, the Wellsville Bypass, and Highway 417, which demand your full attention compared to high-speed turnpikes. With the longest stretch being 0 miles on West Madison Street, the route is characterized by constant transitions rather than long, uninterrupted segments. The personality of this drive is technical and engaging, requiring you to stay alert through frequent turns and shifts in road type. You will find that the lack of highway miles makes for a more hands-on experience as you traverse the state.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Madison Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 13m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wellsville, NY to Yonkers, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Madison Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Wellsville Bypass | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 417 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Dyke Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Andover Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Chestnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 36 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tuscarora Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Madison Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wellsville, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on North Main Street
85 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn right onto West Madison Street
420 ft
·
25 sec
·
West Madison Street
3
Turn left onto Wellsville Bypass
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Wellsville Bypass
4
Continue on State Highway 417
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
State Highway 417
5
Continue on East Dyke Street
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Dyke Street
6
Continue on Andover Road
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Andover Road
7
Continue on State Highway 417
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 417
8
Continue on East Chestnut Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chestnut Street
9
Continue on State Highway 417
15 mi
·
23 min
·
State Highway 417
10
At the end of the road, turn left onto State Highway 36
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 36
11
Turn right onto State Highway 417
16 mi
·
24 min
·
State Highway 417
12
Continue on Tuscarora Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Tuscarora Street
13
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on Front Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Front Street
15
Continue on State Highway 417
364 ft
·
6 sec
·
State Highway 417
16
Continue on Addison Road
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Addison Road
17
Take the ramp left toward I 99 North, US 15 North
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 99 North, US 15 North
18
Merge slight left
3.6 mi
·
4 min
19
Keep slight right to continue on I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
I 86 East, NY 17 East: Corning, Binghamton
21
Merge slight left onto Southern Tier Expressway
80 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
Southern Tier Expressway
22
Keep slight left to continue on New York
130 mi
·
2 hr 40 min
·
New York
23
Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Bear Mountain
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 6: Bear Mountain
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Long Mountain Circle
344 ft
·
5 sec
·
Long Mountain Circle
25
Exit the rotary onto Palisades Interstate Parkway South
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway South
26
Merge slight right onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Palisades Interstate Parkway
27
Take the exit slight right toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South
28
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
9.2 mi
·
12 min
·
New York State Thruway
29
Keep slight right to continue on New York State Thruway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
30
Take the exit slight right toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Saw Mill River Parkway South
31
Merge slight left onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
32
Take the exit slight right toward West Yonkers Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Yonkers Avenue
33
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Yonkers Avenue
34
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
35
Turn sharp left onto South Broadway
230 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Broadway
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this route relies heavily on local roads, planning for at least one dedicated stop is essential to keep your energy levels steady over the 5-hour and 13-minute duration. Aim to depart early in the day to avoid the fatigue that can set in when navigating non-highway roads for extended periods. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $48 estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and local road idling. Since you are not restricted by highway exits, you have the flexibility to pull over in smaller towns whenever you need a break. My best tip for this specific drive is to map out your one planned stop in advance, as the turn-heavy nature of the roads can make spontaneous navigation more challenging.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153.2 miles from Wellsville, NY, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.2 miles or 2h 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 4h 17m
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 Wellsville, 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 Wellsville, NY
This is one driving day of about 306.3 miles and 5h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wellsville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 153.2 mi from Wellsville, NY · 2h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
153 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 153.2 miles from Wellsville, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.86 one way
$99.73 round trip
$4.14/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $54.04 | $108.07 |
| premium | $4.88 | $58.88 | $117.77 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $68.05 | $136.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 91.9 | 1 | $32.16 | $14.70 |
| Efficient EV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.80 | $12.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122.5 | 1 | $42.88 | $19.60 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Yonkers, NY
Afternoon in Yonkers on Sunday
Local time
3:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
7 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
5h 13m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Wellsville, NY to Yonkers, NY covers 306.3 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Madison Street, Wellsville Bypass, Highway 417. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 153.2 miles from Wellsville, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.86 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 13m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Wellsville, NY to Yonkers, NY is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wellsville, NY to Yonkers, NY does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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