Trip from Yonkers, NY to Altona, NY

Drive Time

6h 28m

Distance

319.7 mi

515 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$52

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

6h 16m ★

6 AM

6h 29m

8 AM

6h 53m

10 AM

6h 37m

12 PM

6h 35m

3 PM

6h 38m

5 PM

6h 52m

8 PM

6h 21m

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

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Yonkers, NY

Malcolm Garret

Altona, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Overview

Traveling from Yonkers to Altona covers 319.7 miles and typically takes about 6 hours and 28 minutes of driving time. Because this is a long journey, you can realistically complete it in a single day, though it will be a full day behind the wheel. You should budget approximately $52 for fuel to cover the distance. This route takes you through the Northeast, transitioning from the outskirts of the New York City metro area toward the northern reaches of the state. It is a straightforward trip that works well if you are prepared for a long haul, but plan for at least one solid stop to break up the travel time.

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

159.8 miles from Yonkers, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 14m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a varied experience that shifts from high-speed interstates to more technical local roads as you head north. You will spend a significant portion of the trip on the New York State Thruway and the Adirondack Northway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 145.9 miles. Despite these major arteries, the route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with highway driving making up only 9% of the total journey. Once you transition onto the Military Turnpike, the pace changes, requiring more focused attention as you navigate the final segments of the trip. The road feels like a blend of efficient highway transit and slower, more deliberate local driving.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Adirondack Northway is the longest continuous segment at about 145.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Nepperhan Avenue.

Route Complexity 9/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 319.7 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: near the start (Nepperhan Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (Nepperhan Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (NY 9A / Ashburton Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Nepperhan Avenue

Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | Nepperhan Avenue

Keep slight left at fork onto Nepperhan Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

1 mi into trip | ~1m in | NY 9A / Ashburton Avenue

Turn right onto NY 9A / Ashburton Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

141.1 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 23 Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy

150.7 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Take the exit toward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 9W Toward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs

Towns Along This Route

Between Yonkers, NY and Altona, NY, road signs point toward Troy, Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls and Saranac Lake.

Troy

141.1 mi in | ~2h 49m

Saratoga Springs

150.7 mi in | ~3h 3m

Glens Falls

154 mi in | ~3h 7m

Saranac Lake

300.8 mi in | ~5h 58m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Adirondack Northway	145.9 mi	2h 49m
New York State Thruway	137.7 mi	2h 43m
Military Turnpike	14.7 mi	20m
I 787	9 mi	12m
NY 7	3.1 mi	3m
Devils Den Road	2.3 mi	5m
Saw Mill River Road	1.4 mi	2m
State Route 3	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Adirondack Northway — 145.9 mi, about 2h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Altona, NY.

Start on US 9; NY 9A

181 ft · 11 sec · South Broadway

Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 48 sec · Nepperhan Avenue

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Nepperhan Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto NY 9A

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Ashburton Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto NY 9A

1.4 mi · 2 min · Saw Mill River Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on Tuckahoe Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Tuckahoe Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Toward I 87 North

Merge onto I 87

26 mi · 34 min · New York State Thruway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 87

112 mi · 2 hr 9 min · New York State Thruway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 23 Toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 787

9.0 mi · 12 min · I 787

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto NY 787

0.4 mi · 29 sec · NY 787

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Exit 9W Toward NY 7 West: Schenectady, Saratoga Springs Use the right lane.

Merge onto NY 7

3.1 mi · 3 min · NY 7

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 87 North: Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls

Merge onto I 87

146 mi · 2 hr 49 min · Adirondack Northway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min

Exit 37 Toward NY 3: Plattsburgh, Saranac Lake

Turn left onto NY 3

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Route 3

Turn right onto NY 190

15 mi · 20 min · Military Turnpike

Turn right onto CR 16

2.3 mi · 5 min · Devils Den Road

Turn right onto CR 23

18 ft · 0 sec · Miner Farm Road

Arrive at destination

CR 23

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 319.7-mile trek, try to depart early in the morning to avoid fatigue during the final stretches. Given the total duration of over 6 hours, pacing your one recommended stop strategically is essential to keep your energy levels up. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition away from the main Thruway corridors toward the Military Turnpike, where service options may become less frequent. Since the route is a mix of high-speed highway and technical local turns, stay alert for changing speed limits and road conditions. This trip offers enough flexibility for a one-day push, but ensure you are comfortable with the significant time spent in the driver's seat.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 159.8 miles from Yonkers, NY, or about 3h 14m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.9 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 159.8 miles or 3h 14m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 13m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, NY

This is one driving day of about 319.7 miles and 6h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yonkers, 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 Adirondack Northway for about 145.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 159.8 mi from Yonkers, NY · 3h 14m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Albany, NY

160 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Albany, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 159.8 miles from Yonkers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Adirondack Northway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 145.9 miles.

Arriving in Altona, NY

The final approach into Altona, 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 Altona, NY.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.05 one way

$104.09 round trip

$4.14/gal 25.4 MPG avg 112 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.48	$56.40	$112.80
premium	$4.88	$61.46	$122.92
diesel	$5.64	$71.03	$142.05

Estimated Tolls: $7.92

New York State Thruway (137.7 mi) $6.89

Military Turnpike (14.7 mi) $1.03

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

$52

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$85–$110

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 111.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	95.9	1	$33.57	$15.35
Efficient EV	79.9	0	$27.97	$12.79
EV Truck/SUV	127.9	1	$44.76	$20.46

Gas CO2

112 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (67% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Yonkers, NY

Evening in Yonkers on Sunday

Local time

5:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Altona, NY

Evening in Altona on Sunday

Local time

5:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°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

11 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

6h 28m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Yonkers, NY to Altona, NY covers 319.7 miles and takes about 6h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Adirondack Northway, New York State Thruway, Military Turnpike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 159.8 miles from Yonkers, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

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.

Between Yonkers, NY and Altona, NY, road signs point toward Troy, Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls and Saranac Lake.

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