Origin
Yonkers, NY
Late night in Yonkers on Friday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yonkers, NY to Chestnut Ridge, NY
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
37m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
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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Chestnut Ridge, NY
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Trip Overview
This quick 25-mile drive from Yonkers to Chestnut Ridge, NY, is easily manageable in about 37 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. With a modest fuel cost of around $4, this route is a budget-friendly option for exploring the Northeast region. The journey primarily utilizes New York State Thruway, Saw Mill River Road, and Chestnut Ridge Road, offering a blend of highway and local road driving. Given its short distance and duration, no overnight stay is necessary; you can complete this trip and be back home or at your next destination with plenty of time to spare.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this 25-mile route, with a highway share of approximately 33%. While a significant portion, 18.6 miles, is on the New York State Thruway, the overall profile suggests a dynamic driving experience. You'll transition between the faster pace of the Thruway and the more winding nature of local roads like Saw Mill River Road and Chestnut Ridge Road. This mix means you’ll need to stay engaged as the road's character shifts throughout the approximately 37-minute journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 18.6 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Nepperhan Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25 miles you will encounter 10 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 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Nepperhan Avenue
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
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
|
~6m in
|
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.
8
21.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward NY 59: Spring Valley, Nanuet
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 14
Toward NY 59: Spring Valley, Nanuet
6
23.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
NY 45 / South Main Street
Turn left onto NY 45 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Chestnut Ridge, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Nanuet along the way.
Nanuet
21.9 mi in
|
~31m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 18.6 mi | 25m |
| Saw Mill River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Chestnut Ridge Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Nepperhan Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| NY 59 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Tuckahoe Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Ashburton Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 18.6 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Chestnut Ridge, NY.
1
Start on US 9; NY 9A
181 ft
·
11 sec
·
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
·
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
19 mi
·
25 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 14
Toward NY 59: Spring Valley, Nanuet
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto NY 59
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
NY 59
11
Turn left onto NY 45
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Main Street
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on NY 45
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Chestnut Ridge Road
13
Turn left
105 ft
·
7 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.12 one way
$8.23 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.85 | $9.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.93
New York State Thruway
(18.6 mi)
$0.93
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Chestnut Ridge, NY
Late night in Chestnut Ridge on Friday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 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
37m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 Chestnut Ridge, NY covers 25 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are New York State Thruway, Saw Mill River Road, Chestnut Ridge Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 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 $4.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25 miles you will encounter 10 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 Chestnut Ridge, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Nanuet along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument. There are 6 parks within detour distance of this route.
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