Origin
Yonkers, NY
Late night in Yonkers on Wednesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yonkers, NY to Canton, NY
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Drive Time
7h 14m
Distance
351.5 mi
566 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 3m
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6 AM
7h 14m
8 AM
7h 36m
10 AM
7h 22m
12 PM
7h 20m
3 PM
7h 23m
5 PM
7h 35m
8 PM
7h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Canton, NY
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Trip Overview
This 351.5-mile drive from Yonkers, NY, to Canton, NY, is estimated to take about 7 hours and 14 minutes, making it a feasible single-day trip, though you could easily break it up. You'll navigate primarily on the New York State Thruway, with segments on East Main Street and Bea Luck Road contributing to the journey. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $58. Given that both the origin and destination are within the Northeast region, you'll remain in familiar territory throughout. This route offers a practical approach to covering the distance, with a straightforward progression.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
175.8 miles from Yonkers, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this route, despite the 18% highway share. While a substantial 206.5 miles are covered on the New York State Thruway, the overall character suggests frequent transitions and a more involved driving experience. This isn't a purely monotonous interstate cruise; the inclusion of local roads like East Main Street and Bea Luck Road means you'll encounter more varied driving conditions. Be prepared for changes in speed limits and road layouts as you move between the highway and these local segments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 42 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
New York State Thruway is the longest continuous segment at about 206.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Nepperhan Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 351.5 miles you will encounter 20 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: near the start (Nepperhan Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles (NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Nepperhan Avenue
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road
Turn left onto NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 87 / New York State Thruway
Merge onto I 87 / New York State Thruway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
29.2 mi into trip
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~40m in
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I 87 / New York State Thruway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87 / New York State Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
209.8 mi into trip
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~4h 8m in
Take the exit toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
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 29A
Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Yonkers, NY to Canton, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Dolgeville along the way.
Dolgeville
209.8 mi in
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~4h 8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 206.5 mi | 4h 2m |
| East Main Street | 23.8 mi | 27m |
| Bea Luck Road | 19.6 mi | 23m |
| State Highway 812 | 16.7 mi | 20m |
| Indian River Road | 16.1 mi | 19m |
| State Highway 12 | 12 mi | 16m |
| State Highway 28 | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| Erwin Parkway | 9.7 mi | 11m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 206.5 mi, about 4h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Canton, NY.
1
Start on US 9; NY 9A
181 ft
·
11 sec
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South Broadway
2
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
4
Turn right onto NY 9A
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Ashburton Avenue
5
Turn left onto NY 9A
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Saw Mill River Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on Tuckahoe Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Tuckahoe Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 87 North
8
Merge onto I 87
26 mi
·
34 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
118 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
63 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
New York State Thruway
Toward I 90 West: Buffalo
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 29A
Toward NY 169: Little Falls, Dolgeville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
this road
13
Continue on NY 169
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
NY 169
14
At end of road, turn left onto NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
0.7 mi
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1 min
·
NY 5; NY 167; NY 169
15
Turn right onto NY 167
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Ann Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto NY 169
9.7 mi
·
15 min
·
West Monroe Street
17
Continue on NY 28
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 28
18
Continue on NY 28
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
19
Continue on NY 28
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 28
20
Continue on NY 28
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
21
Continue on NY 8; NY 28
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 8
22
Turn right onto NY 28
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 28
23
Turn right onto NY 12
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Highway 12
24
Continue on NY 12; NY 28
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
Erwin Parkway
25
Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Highway 12
26
Continue on NY 12
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Bea Luck Road
27
Turn right onto Ross Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ross Road
28
Continue on East State Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East State Street
29
At end of road, turn right onto NY 812
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
State Highway 812
30
Continue on NY 812
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
31
Continue on NY 812
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Indian River Road
32
At end of road, turn right onto NY 3; NY 812
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 3
33
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
34
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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State Street
35
Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
State Highway 812
36
Continue on NY 812
7.9 mi
·
9 min
·
State Highway 812
37
Continue on NY 812
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Balmat-Fowler Road
38
Turn left onto NY 58; NY 812
5.5 mi
·
6 min
·
State Highway 58
39
Continue on NY 58; NY 812
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
William Street
40
Turn right onto US 11; NY 812
24 mi
·
27 min
·
East Main Street
41
Turn right onto US 11; NY 68
0.3 mi
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41 sec
·
Main Street
42
Arrive at destination
US 11; NY 68
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 7-hour, 14-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Yonkers to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. With 2 planned stops, you'll have opportunities to stretch and refuel. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 206.5 miles on the New York State Thruway, so plan your first stop strategically before or after this segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $58, and local road sections might offer fewer services than the main highway.
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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 175.8 miles from Yonkers, NY, or about 3h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 206.5 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 175.8 miles or 3h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Canton, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yonkers, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Yonkers, NY
This is one driving day of about 351.5 miles and 7h 14m.
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 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on New York State Thruway for about 206.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 175.8 mi from Yonkers, NY · 3h 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
176 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 175.8 miles from Yonkers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 206.5 miles.
Arriving in Canton, NY
The final approach into Canton, 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 Canton, 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
$57.86 one way
$115.72 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
123 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $62.56 | $125.13 |
| premium | $4.92 | $68.13 | $136.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $77.61 | $155.21 |
Estimated Tolls: $10.33
New York State Thruway
(206.5 mi)
$10.33
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
$58
Tolls
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 123 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 105.5 | 1 | $36.91 | $16.87 |
| Efficient EV | 87.9 | 1 | $30.76 | $14.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 140.6 | 1 | $49.21 | $22.50 |
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 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.
Destination
Canton, NY
Late night in Canton on Wednesday
Local time
5:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
9 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
7h 14m 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 Canton, NY covers 351.5 miles and takes about 7h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, East Main Street, Bea Luck Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 175.8 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 $57.86 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 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 351.5 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Nepperhan Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles (NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Yonkers, NY to Canton, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Dolgeville along the way.
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