Origin
Yorktown, NY
Late night in Yorktown on Friday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yorktown, NY to Dobbs Ferry, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
23.8 mi
38 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 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorktown, NY
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Dobbs Ferry, NY
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Trip Overview
The drive from Yorktown, NY to Dobbs Ferry, NY covers 23.8 miles and takes about 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Taconic State Parkway, Saw Mill River Parkway, Ashford Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.9 miles on Taconic State Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.92 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 23.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 34m highway drive covering 23.8 miles, with most of the trip on Taconic State Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.9 miles on Taconic State Parkway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Taconic State Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 202; NY 35 / Crompond Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 23.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 34m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 202; NY 35 / Crompond Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 202; NY 35 / Crompond Road
Turn right onto US 202; NY 35 / Crompond Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Taconic State Parkway
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
14.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
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 3
Toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Saw Mill River Parkway
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
Merge point - match speed before joining. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
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 Yorktown, NY to Dobbs Ferry, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Yonkers along the way.
Yonkers
14.1 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Taconic State Parkway | 12.9 mi | 17m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| Ashford Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Crompond Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Old Yorktown Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Stiner Place | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Taconic State Parkway
— 12.9 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorktown, NY and Dobbs Ferry, NY.
1
Start on Locksley Road
61 ft
·
5 sec
·
Locksley Road
2
Turn left onto NY 132
477 ft
·
12 sec
·
Old Yorktown Road
3
Turn right onto US 202; NY 35
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Crompond Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 3
Toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
8
Take the exit
253 ft
·
7 sec
9
Turn straight onto Ashford Avenue
181 ft
·
5 sec
·
Ashford Avenue
10
Turn left onto Stiner Place
88 ft
·
4 sec
·
Stiner Place
11
Turn right onto Ashford Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Ashford Avenue
12
Continue on US 9
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn right onto Oak Street
82 ft
·
3 sec
·
Oak Street
14
Turn right
52 ft
·
3 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.92 one way
$7.84 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.24 | $8.47 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.61 | $9.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.25 | $10.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Dobbs Ferry, NY
Late night in Dobbs Ferry on Friday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
12 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
34m 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 Yorktown, NY to Dobbs Ferry, NY covers 23.8 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Taconic State Parkway, Saw Mill River Parkway, Ashford Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.9 miles from Yorktown, NY. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.92 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 11 decision points packed into just 23.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 34m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 202; NY 35 / Crompond Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Yorktown, NY to Dobbs Ferry, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Yonkers 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 and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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