Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
39.9 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yonkers, NY
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Centerport, NY
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This 39.9-mile drive from Yonkers, NY, to Centerport, NY, is a straightforward, single-day trip taking about 1 hour and 8 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $7, it's an accessible option for a quick getaway. The route primarily sticks to local roads, making it a good choice for those who prefer a less highway-intensive experience. Given its short duration, no overnight stay is necessary, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. This journey stays within the Northeast region, offering a familiar driving landscape.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 39.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 14% of the journey on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 18.6 miles on Northern Boulevard, so be prepared for frequent adjustments. The main roads guiding you include Northern Boulevard and Yonkers Avenue, transitioning to the Throgs Neck Expressway for a portion of the trip. This profile suggests a more engaging driving experience, weaving through communities rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.
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.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.9 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.5 miles (Yonkers Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Keep slight right at fork onto Yonkers Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695 / Throgs Neck Expressway toward I 695 South: Throgs Neck Bridge, Long Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward NY 25A: Northern Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto NY 25A / Northern Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Yonkers, NY to Centerport, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Long Island along the way.
Long Island
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Boulevard | 18.6 mi | 31m |
| Yonkers Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Throgs Neck Expressway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Clearview Expressway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Throgs Neck Bridge | 2 mi | 3m |
| New England Thruway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Lawrence Hill Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East Main Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Centerport, NY.
Start on US 9; NY 9A
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto Yonkers Avenue
Continue on Mount Vernon Avenue
Turn right onto West Lincoln Avenue
Turn left onto West 1st Street
Turn right onto South 11th Avenue
Continue on Mundy Lane
Continue on Seton Avenue - Mundy Lane
Turn left onto Kingsbridge Road West
Turn right onto South 5th Avenue
Continue on Dyre Avenue
Continue on Steenwick Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto New England Thruway
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 95
Continue on I 95
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695
Continue on I 295
Continue on I 295
Take the exit
Continue on Clearview Expressway
Turn left onto NY 25A
Turn right onto NY 108
At end of road, turn right onto Lawrence Hill Road
Continue on NY 25A
Keep slight left at fork onto East Main Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.9 mi from Yonkers, NY · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Yonkers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Centerport, NY usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.57 one way
$13.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.73 | $15.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.81 | $17.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.66
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$7
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Yonkers on Thursday
Local time
1:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Centerport on Thursday
Local time
1:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
56°F
Jamaica, NY
20 mi in
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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