Trip from Alabama, NY to Yonkers, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 33m

Distance

357.6 mi

575 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$59

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

7h 24m ★

6 AM

7h 34m

8 AM

7h 54m

10 AM

7h 41m

12 PM

7h 39m

3 PM

7h 42m

5 PM

7h 53m

8 PM

7h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Alabama, NY

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city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Yonkers, NY

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Trip Overview

This 357.6-mile journey from Alabama, NY, to Yonkers, NY, is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 7 hours and 33 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, with a 63% highway share, making it a focused drive through the Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $59 and two planned stops, it’s a manageable trip for one day. This route offers a straightforward path, ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to cover the distance between these two New York locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

178.8 miles from Alabama, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 86	129.9 mi	2h 40m
New York State Thruway	90.9 mi	1h 47m
I 81	45.4 mi	54m
Palisades Interstate Parkway	15.1 mi	17m
East Lake Road	9.9 mi	14m
State Highway 41	9.8 mi	13m
Clark Street Road	9.6 mi	11m
Saw Mill River Parkway	7.8 mi	10m

Longest stretch: I 86 — 129.9 mi, about 2h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alabama, NY and Yonkers, NY.

Start on Lewiston Road

31 ft · 6 sec · Lewiston Road

Turn left onto NY 63; NY 77

6.6 mi · 9 min · Alleghany Road

Take the ramp

369 ft · 9 sec

Continue on this road

0.1 mi · 15 sec · this road

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 90 East: Albany Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 90

81 mi · 1 hr 33 min · New York State Thruway

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 58 sec

Exit 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

327 ft · 7 sec

Continue on NY 414

0.3 mi · 35 sec · State Route 414

Turn left onto NY 318

4.1 mi · 7 min · NY 318

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5

1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road

Continue on US 20; NY 5

9.6 mi · 11 min · Clark Street Road

Use the straight lane.

Turn right onto State Street

226 ft · 12 sec · State Street

Turn left onto Dill Street

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Dill Street

Continue on Loop Road

458 ft · 16 sec · Loop Road

Turn left onto Genesee Street

5.5 mi · 9 min · Genesee Street

Continue on US 20

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Genesee Street Road

Turn right onto NY 41

0.5 mi · 45 sec · East Lake Street

Continue on NY 41

9.4 mi · 13 min · East Lake Road

Continue on NY 41

4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41

Continue on NY 41

0.5 mi · 49 sec · East Lake Road

Continue on NY 41

9.8 mi · 13 min · State Highway 41

Turn right onto NY 281

1.2 mi · 2 min · North West Street

Take the ramp

0.7 mi · 1 min

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward I 81 South: Binghamton

Merge onto I 81

45 mi · 54 min · I 81

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17

130 mi · 2 hr 40 min · I 86; NY 17

Toward New York Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 6

7.1 mi · 9 min · US 6

Exit 130A Toward US 6: Bear Mountain

Enter roundabout

346 ft · 4 sec

Exit 18 Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South

Continue

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 18 Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South

Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway

15 mi · 17 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Exit 9E Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 87; I 287

9.2 mi · 12 min · New York State Thruway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 87

1.0 mi · 1 min · New York State Thruway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Exit 7A Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway

7.8 mi · 10 min · Saw Mill River Parkway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 21 sec

Exit 5 Toward West Yonkers Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · Yonkers Avenue

Continue on Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Nepperhan Avenue

Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A

229 ft · 5 sec · South Broadway

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

US 9; NY 9A

Trip Plan

Given the 7-hour, 33-minute duration, starting your drive early in the morning from Alabama, NY, is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize traffic. Plan your two stops strategically to break up the 357.6 miles, especially considering the longest stretch of 129.9 miles on I 86. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $59, and it's always good to top up before heading into potentially less populated stretches. This route's highway-focused nature means you can maintain a good average speed, but always be aware of posted limits and potential construction zones.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 178.8 miles from Alabama, NY, or about 3h 50m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 129.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 79 miles or 1h 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 178.8 miles or 3h 50m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yonkers, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Alabama, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Alabama, NY

This is one driving day of about 357.6 miles and 7h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Alabama, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 86 for about 129.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poughkeepsie, NY

179 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

Thompson, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endwell, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 178.8 miles from Alabama, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Cresskill, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12016278005

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13472027123

Visit website

Primavera Cafe & Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour Moderately

Monsey, New York

Hours: Closed

+18452019000

Visit website

Closter Cafe and Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Closter, New Jersey

Hours: 8:30 am–7 pm

+12015647959

Bites Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Spring Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18454405055

Visit website

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+19149204077

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Auburn, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Auburn, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887174544

Visit website

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Johnson City, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour

Basom, New York

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+15859485445

Visit website

Cayuga Museum of History & Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Auburn, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13152538051

Visit website

Play Space ABC Cayuga

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Auburn, New York

Hours: 9 am–1 pm

+13152525541

Visit website

Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+17185493200

Visit website

Seton Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Ewen Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Ward O'Hara Agricultural

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Auburn, New York

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13152527644

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 28

5 decision points cluster between mile 6.8 and 348 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6.8 mi into trip | ~10m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 90 East: Albany

87.7 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

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 41 Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde

184.7 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in | I 86; NY 17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17 toward New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward New York

337.4 mi into trip | ~7h 5m in

Take the exit toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 9E Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, W...

348 mi into trip | ~7h 19m in

Take the exit toward Saw Mill River Parkway South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 7A Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$58.86 one way

$117.73 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 125 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$63.65	$127.30
premium	$4.92	$69.31	$138.62
diesel	$5.61	$78.95	$157.91

Estimated Tolls: $4.55

New York State Thruway (90.9 mi) $4.55

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$59

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$88–$113

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 125.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	107.3	1	$37.55	$17.16
Efficient EV	89.4	1	$31.29	$14.30
EV Truck/SUV	143	1	$50.06	$22.89

Gas CO2

125 kg

EV CO2

42 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Alabama, NY

Morning in Alabama on Tuesday

Local time

6:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yonkers, NY

Morning in Yonkers on Tuesday

Local time

6:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°F

Partly Cloudy

E 5 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

5 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

African Burial Ground National Monument

National Monument

The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free near mile 357.6

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 357.6-mile trip, with 63% of the route on interstates like I 86, I 81, and the New York State Thruway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 129.9 miles on I 86, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. While largely on high-speed roadways, this route provides a consistent driving experience without significant shifts in road type. It's a journey where efficiency on well-maintained highways is the main characteristic.

63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 129.9 mi on I 86.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 86 and New York State Thruway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 357.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 6.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 184.7 miles (I 86; NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Alabama, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, New York, Palisades Interstate Parkway South, White Plains and New York State Thruway South.

Clyde

87.7 mi in | ~1h 44m

New York

184.7 mi in | ~3h 57m | via I 86; NY 17

Palisades Interstate Parkway South

321.7 mi in | ~6h 46m

White Plains

337.4 mi in | ~7h 5m

New York State Thruway South

337.4 mi in | ~7h 5m

About the Cities

Starting in Alabama, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1826

Alabama is a state in the Southern United States. Alabama is known for its civil rights history and scenic beauty, and has a lot to offer those who enjoy the great outdoors, from Gulf Coast beaches to 40 National and stare parks.

Arriving in Yonkers, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1646

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.

Top landmarks

• Untermyer Park — public garden
• Hudson River Museum — museum in Yonkers, N.Y.
• Glenview Mansion — historic house in New York, United States

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 7h 33m. Total distance: 357.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 33m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 129.9 miles on I 86. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $4.55 in tolls one way, starting with New York State Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Yonkers, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Women's Rights National Historical Park, Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Hamilton Grange National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.6 hours each way, a round trip means 15.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Yonkers, NY before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Tombolinos Restaurant

Tombolinos Restaurant

An Beal Bocht Cafe

Sayola Restaurant

Cafe Weekend

Mocha Cafe

Primavera Cafe & Restaurant

Closter Cafe and Restaurant

Bites Cafe

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargeSmart EV Charging Station

HondoGO Charging Station

ViaLynk Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

ViaLynk Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge

Cayuga Museum of History & Art

Play Space ABC Cayuga

Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center

Seton Park

Ewen Park

Inwood Hill Park

Ward O'Hara Agricultural

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Alabama, NY

Yonkers, NY

Same local time

5 degrees cooler at arrival

7h 33m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Women's Rights National Historical Park

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Alabama, NY

Arriving in Yonkers, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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