This 74.3-mile drive from Amenia, NY to Yonkers, NY is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 45 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes State Highway 22 and the Saw Mill River Parkway, with a significant portion on I-684, making it a convenient journey within the Northeast region. You won't need to plan for an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. This drive offers a practical way to travel between these two New York locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.2 miles from Amenia, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Highway 22
33.6 mi
50m
Saw Mill River Parkway
27.4 mi
37m
I 684
10.7 mi
12m
South Street
0.7 mi
1m
Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
South Broadway
<0.1 mi
<1m
East Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
State Highway 22
— 33.6 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amenia, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on NY 343
76 ft·5 sec·East Main Street
2
Turn left onto NY 22; NY 343
0.7 mi·1 min·South Street
3
Continue on NY 22; NY 343
34 mi·50 min·State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on I 684
11 mi·12 min·I 684
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 5Toward NY 117: Saw Mill ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway
27 mi·37 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 5Toward West Yonkers AvenueUse the slight right lane.
8
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Yonkers Avenue
9
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Nepperhan Avenue
10
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft·5 sec·South Broadway
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 45-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a spontaneous departure, but leaving in the morning can help you avoid heavier traffic. With no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed, especially during the longest 33.6-mile stretch on State Highway 22. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is only $12, suggesting fewer services directly on the parkway sections. Planning your departure time can significantly impact your travel experience on this highway-focused route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.2 miles from Amenia, NY, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.2 miles or 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yonkers, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Amenia, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Amenia, NY
This is one driving day of about 74.3 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Amenia, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 22 for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 74.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip|~0m in|NY 22; NY 343 / South Street
Turn left onto NY 22; NY 343 / South Street
Navigation decision point
7
45 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
3
45.6 mi into trip|~1h 5m in|Saw Mill River Parkway
Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
73 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward West Yonkers Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
7
74.3 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.23 one way
$24.46 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$13.22
$26.45
premium
$4.92
$14.40
$28.80
diesel
$5.61
$16.40
$32.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.3
0
$7.80
$3.57
Efficient EV
18.6
0
$6.50
$2.97
EV Truck/SUV
29.7
0
$10.40
$4.76
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 21, 2026
Origin
Amenia, NY
Morning
in Amenia on Tuesday
Local time
6:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Morning
in Yonkers on Tuesday
Local time
6:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
60°F
Bedford, NY
37 mi in
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
3 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
1h 45m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 74.3
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 74.3
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 74.3
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 74.3
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 74.3
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
17 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 74.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 74.3-mile journey, with 96% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.6 miles along State Highway 22, offering a consistent pace. As you transition to the Saw Mill River Parkway and I-684, the character remains largely that of a focused, high-speed drive. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.6 mi on State Highway 22.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 22 and Saw Mill River Parkway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 22; NY 343 / South Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Amenia, NY to Yonkers, NY is easy. At 1h 45m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 22; NY 343 / South Street): Navigation decision point; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
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
The longest stretch is about 33.6 miles on State Highway 22. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 22; NY 343 / South Street): Navigation decision point; at 45 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 45.6 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Yonkers, NY before heading back.
