Origin
Astoria, NY
Morning in Astoria on Sunday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Astoria, NY to Fairview, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
23.7 mi
38 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 36m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Astoria, NY
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Fairview, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
Astoria, NY to Fairview, NY is 23.7 miles and takes about 38 minutes via Major Deegan Expressway, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, same-day drive that stays within New York, transitioning from the dense urban landscape of Queens to the suburban areas of the Bronx and Westchester. It's a practical route for getting from one point to another quickly without significant detours. Given its brevity, this trip is ideal for those who need to make efficient travel between these two locations, requiring minimal planning. You'll find it's a straightforward journey with a focus on reaching your destination promptly.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Major Deegan Expressway | 8.3 mi | 12m |
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| I 278 Truck | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| New York State Thruway | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Dobbs Ferry Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Central Park Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Astoria Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Tarrytown Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Major Deegan Expressway
— 8.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Astoria, NY and Fairview, NY.
1
Start on 12th Street
23 ft
·
4 sec
·
12th Street
2
Turn right onto Astoria Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Astoria Boulevard
3
Turn left onto 33rd Street
206 ft
·
13 sec
·
33rd Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
262 ft
·
8 sec
·
Astoria Boulevard North
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on Hoyt Avenue North
366 ft
·
14 sec
·
Hoyt Avenue North
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
504 ft
·
12 sec
Toward I 278 East
7
Continue on I 278 Truck
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
I 278 Truck
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 47
Toward I 87 North: Albany
9
Continue on I 87
8.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Major Deegan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 87
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 5
Toward NY 100: Central Park Avenue, White Plains
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto NY 100
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Park Avenue
13
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward Sprain Brook Parkway North
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto Sprain Brook Parkway
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Sprain Brook Parkway
15
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Toward NY 100B: Greenburgh, Ardsley
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto NY 100B
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Dobbs Ferry Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn sharp left onto NY 119
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Tarrytown Road
18
Turn right onto Manhattan Avenue
121 ft
·
5 sec
·
Manhattan Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Manhattan Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 22.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Astoria Boulevard North
At end of road, turn left onto Astoria Boulevard North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
14.2 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward NY 100: Central Park Avenue, White Plains
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward NY 100: Central Park Avenue, White Plain...
6
15.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Turn left toward Sprain Brook Parkway North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward Sprain Brook Parkway North
7
22.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward NY 100B: Greenburgh, Ardsley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward NY 100B: Greenburgh, Ardsley
6
22.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
NY 100B / Dobbs Ferry Road
Turn left onto NY 100B / Dobbs Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.90 one way
$7.80 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $4.22 | $8.44 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.59 | $9.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.23 | $10.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.11
New York State Thruway
(2.3 mi)
$0.11
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$0
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $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
Fairview, NY
Morning in Fairview on Sunday
Local time
6:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°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
8 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
38m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with 73% of the route utilizing major expressways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on the Major Deegan Expressway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 8.3 miles. The Sprain Brook Parkway and I 278 Truck also feature in this journey, contributing to the fast-paced nature of the trip. Expect a consistent flow of traffic typical of urban and suburban parkways and expressways. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing direct travel over scenic exploration.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.3 mi on Major Deegan Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Major Deegan Expressway and Sprain Brook Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Astoria Boulevard North.
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 13 decision points packed into just 23.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Astoria Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Astoria, NY and Fairview, NY, road signs point toward White Plains, Sprain Brook Parkway North and Ardsley.
White Plains
14.2 mi in
|
~24m
Sprain Brook Parkway North
15.4 mi in
|
~26m
Ardsley
22.1 mi in
|
~35m
About the Cities
Starting in Astoria, NY
Full guide →Founded 1659
Top landmarks
- • Museum of the Moving Image — museum and archive 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 38m. Total distance: 23.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.3 miles on Major Deegan Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.11 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.
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 Fairview, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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: at 0.8 miles (Astoria Boulevard North): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.4 miles: 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 Fairview, NY before heading back.
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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