Port Chester, NY Road Trips
Sitting in the Northeast, Port Chester, NY is a local road trip base with 8 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 81 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Port Chester, NY head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
323.5 mi
Greece, NY
Quickest Drive
15m
New Rochelle, NY
Plan Around Port Chester, NY
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Port Chester, NY is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Port Chester, NY
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Port Chester, NY
Driving from Port Chester, NY
Expect an average of 81 miles and about 1h 49m behind the wheel when leaving Port Chester, NY. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 324 miles (6h 54m), while the shortest is just 10 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Port Chester, NY are Greece, NY (323.5 mi, 6h 54m), Queens, NY (28.6 mi, 46m), Manhattan, NY (26.2 mi, 43m), Yonkers, NY (17 mi, 27m), and New Rochelle, NY (9.7 mi, 15m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NY currently averages around $4.01 per gallon. For the typical 81-mile trip from Port Chester, NY, budget about $13 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Port Chester, NY and 3 routes heading into Port Chester, NY, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 10 to 324 miles.
The longest mapped route from Port Chester, NY covers 324 miles and takes approximately 6h 54m. Shorter options start at just 10 miles.
The average route from Port Chester, NY runs about 81 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 49m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 81-mile trip from Port Chester, NY costs roughly $13 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Port Chester, NY include Greece, NY, Queens, NY, Manhattan, NY and Yonkers, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Port Chester, NY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
31,162
Median Income
$99,916
Median Home Value
$563,900
Median Age
38.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Port Chester, NY at a Glance
Founded
1660
Elevation
43 ft
Area
2 mi²
Notable People from Port Chester, NY
A sampling of people born in Port Chester, NY.
John Abercrombie
1944–2017
American jazz guitarist (1944–2017)
Andy Newmark
1950
American session drummer (born 1950)
Jennifer Donnelly
1963
American writer of young adult fiction
Barry Lopez
1945–2020
American writer (1945–2020)
Tim Erixon
1991
American-born Swedish ice hockey player
George Gallo
1956
American writer, director and producer
David Glantz
1942
American military historian
Anne Edwards
1927–2024
writer
André Roy
1975
American-born Canadian ice hockey player
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Port Chester, NY.
St. Peter's Episcopal Church
church in Port Chester, New York
Capitol Theatre
theater and music venue in Port Chester, New York, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q2037513), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Port Chester, NY
Port Chester is a village in Westchester County, New York.
1 Lyon Park, 331 Putnam Ave (at King St). dawn–dusk. This park is accessible. The park covers more than 20 acres and contains volleyball courts, picnic areas, a gazebo, and two baseball fields used by Youth and Little League teams. The playground includes a jungle gym, see-saws, and two separate swing sets.
1 AMC Port Chester 14, 40 Westchester Ave, toll-free: +1-888-262-4386. This movie theater has 12 individual theaters. The concession stand offers food varying from chicken fingers to candy to popcorn. $10.50 adult, $9.50 senior, $8.50 matinee, $7.50 child.
1 Edo Japanese Steak House, 140 Midland Ave, ☏ +1 914-937-3333. M–F 4:30–10PM, Sa 4–10PM, Su 4–9PM. Japanese food cooked right in front of you Hibachi style, waiters entertain with tricks during the food preparation, a small bar is located in the front of the restaurant. Usually crowded, reservations accepted and recommended. Hibachi dinners range from $16-28. (updated Apr 2021) 2 Frankie & Louie's, 414 Willett Ave, ☏ +1 914-939-0202. Daily 11AM–10PM. (updated Apr 2021) 3 Misti Cafe Take Out, 100 N Main St, ☏ +1 914-939-2204. Daily 8AM–10PM. Traditional Peruvian dishes, including arroz con pollo and many other meat dishes. $10-20. (updated Apr 2021)
1 Polish United Club, 250 Locust Ave, ☏ +1-914 937-8989. Local bar, party room is located upstairs and available for rent.
Westchester County Airport (HPN IATA), 240 Airport Road, White Plains (New York), +1 914 995-4860 (airlines). The closest airport, about 30 minutes' drive. Rental cars are available. Stewart International Airport, 1180 First St, New Windsor, +1 845 564-2100. Another alternative to the congestion of the 3 major New York-area airports. Allegiant Air, American Eagle, and JetBlue operate flights from Florida and Philadelphia (Mar 2021). Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, New Jersey, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and LaGuardia Airport: The three major international airports in the New York City area offer service to just about anywhere. Westchester-based taxi and delivery cars offer regular services to and from the three internationals from most areas of the county. New York City yellow cabs will take to you Westchester County Airport in a pinch, but the fares can be exorbitant. If staying in Westchester, ask if your hotel offers shuttle service. MTA Metro-North Railroad: Port Chester is a stop on the New Haven Line, which has termini in New York City's Grand Central Terminal and New Haven's Union Station. When traveling to NYC on the Stamford local train, Port Chester is the first stop in New York State. The Bee Line Bus system serves Westchester County and also operates into the Bronx. Bus routes numbers 12, 13, 14, and 76 come through Port Chester. I-95, Port Chester is easily accessible through exits 2 and 1 on I-95. Exit 2 takes you into Byram via Delavan Avenue, which then brings you straight to downtown Port Chester.
RC Taxi, 40 Broad Street, +1 914 934-0000, Will pick up or drop off at the Port Chester Train Station along with any other local stop.
Travel tips adapted from Port Chester on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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