Origin
Yonkers, NY
Morning in Yonkers on Saturday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yonkers, NY to Somers, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
37.3 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
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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Somers, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Yonkers, NY to Somers, NY covers 37.3 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 684, Hutchinson River Parkway, Cross County Parkway (express lanes) for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.7 miles on I 684. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
About the Cities
Starting in Yonkers, NY
Full guide →Yonkers is a city of 211,569 people (2020) in Westchester County. The third most populous city in New York state, Yonkers is a suburb of New York City and borders the Borough of the Bronx. Yonkers is known as the "City of Seven Hills," which are Park, Nodine, Ridge, Cross, Locust, Glen, and Church hills.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 37.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 37.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.7 miles on I 684.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 684 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near Yonkers Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 37.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Yonkers Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (Cross County Parkway (express lanes)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Yonkers Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto Yonkers Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
Cross County Parkway (express lanes)
Keep slight left at fork onto Cross County Parkway (express lanes) toward Central Park Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Central Park Avenue
8
14.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 684 North: Brewster
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 684 North: Brewster
7
33.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward NY 22: Goldens Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6A
Toward NY 22: Goldens Bridge
6
34.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
NY 138 / Waccabuc Road
Turn left onto NY 138 / Waccabuc Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight 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 Somers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Cross County Parkway East along the way.
Cross County Parkway East
1.9 mi in
|
~3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 684 | 17.7 mi | 20m |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 8 mi | 11m |
| Cross County Parkway (express lanes) | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Goldens Bridge Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Yonkers Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Somerstown Turnpike | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Nepperhan Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Waccabuc Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 684
— 17.7 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Somers, 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 right at fork onto Yonkers Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Yonkers Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward Cross County Parkway East
5
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
this road
Toward Cross County Parkway East
6
Merge onto Cross County Parkway
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Cross County Parkway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto Cross County Parkway (express lanes)
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Cross County Parkway (express lanes)
Toward Central Park Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
8.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
2 min
Exit 16A
Toward I 684 North: Brewster
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 684
18 mi
·
20 min
·
I 684
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 6A
Toward NY 22: Goldens Bridge
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto NY 22
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Goldens Bridge Road
13
Turn right onto North Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Street
14
Turn left onto NY 138
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Waccabuc Road
Use the straight lane.
15
Continue on NY 138
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Green Street
16
Continue on NY 138
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Goldens Bridge Road
17
At end of road, turn right onto NY 100
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Somerstown Turnpike
18
Continue on US 202
130 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 202
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
US 202
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.7 mi from Yonkers, NY · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.7 miles from Yonkers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Somers, NY
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Somers, NY if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.14 one way
$12.28 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.23 | $14.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.06
Somerstown Turnpike
(0.9 mi)
$0.06
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$0
Total
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
| Efficient EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.26 | $1.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Somers, NY
Morning in Somers on Saturday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
2 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
51m 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 Somers, NY covers 37.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 684, Hutchinson River Parkway, Cross County Parkway (express lanes). Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.7 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 $6.14 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 is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 37.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Yonkers Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles (Cross County Parkway (express lanes)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Yonkers, NY to Somers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Cross County Parkway East 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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