Traveling from Black Brook to Yonkers covers 286.2 miles of New York state, typically requiring about 4 hours and 48 minutes of travel time. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it is best suited for a single-day trip if you are comfortable with an extended period behind the wheel. Budgeting approximately $47 for fuel should cover your needs for the journey. Since you are staying within the Northeast region for the entire trip, the transition from the remote area of Black Brook to the dense urban environment of Yonkers is gradual. Planning for one scheduled stop will help keep you refreshed as you navigate the nearly five-hour trek.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
143.7 miles from Black Brook, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 87
118.6 mi
2h 17m
Adirondack Northway
103.7 mi
2h 1m
New York State Thruway
20 mi
25m
State Highway 9N
17.2 mi
26m
State Highway 73
11.5 mi
16m
Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
10m
Silver Lake Road
4 mi
9m
US 9
2.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 87
— 118.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Black Brook, NY and Yonkers, NY.
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Start on Haselton Road
72 ft·6 sec·Haselton Road
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Turn right onto CR 1
4.0 mi·9 min·Silver Lake Road
3
Turn right onto CR 1
0.4 mi·49 sec·North Main Street
4
Continue on NY 9N
17 mi·26 min·State Highway 9N
5
Continue on NY 73
11 mi·16 min·State Highway 73
6
Turn straight onto US 9
2.1 mi·2 min·US 9
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 87 South
8
Merge onto I 87
104 mi·2 hr 1 min·Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
0.3 mi·31 sec·I 87
Exit 1E-WToward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, BuffaloUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi·51 sec·I 87
Exit 1WToward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·I 87
Toward I 87 South: New YorkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
19 mi·24 min·New York State Thruway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi·1 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 7AToward Saw Mill River Parkway SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi·10 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 5Toward West Yonkers AvenueUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Yonkers Avenue
18
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Nepperhan Avenue
19
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft·5 sec·South Broadway
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
For the smoothest experience, plan your departure early in the morning to avoid local traffic bottlenecks as you approach your destination. Since this is a 286.2-mile trip on local roads, flexibility is your greatest advantage; feel free to adjust your pace to accommodate the road conditions. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $47 estimate assumes consistent driving, and rural stretches may have fewer service options than city routes. Making your one recommended stop mid-way through the drive will help you stay alert on the technical sections of Highway 9N. Finally, ensure your navigation system is set to prioritize your specified route to avoid being diverted onto longer, less efficient paths.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 143.7 miles from Black Brook, NY, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.6 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 63 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.7 miles or 3h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 50m
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 Black Brook, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Black Brook, NY
This is one driving day of about 287.4 miles and 5h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Black Brook, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 87 for about 118.6 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 139.3 and 287.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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139.3 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
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140.1 mi into trip|~3h in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 87 South: New York
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277.9 mi into trip|~5h 42m 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
7
286.1 mi into trip|~5h 53m 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
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287.4 mi into trip|~5h 55m 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
$47.31 one way
$94.62 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg101 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$51.15
$102.31
premium
$4.92
$55.70
$111.41
diesel
$5.61
$63.45
$126.91
Estimated Tolls: $1.00
New York State Thruway
(20 mi)$1.00
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
$47
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
86.2
1
$30.18
$13.80
Efficient EV
71.9
0
$25.15
$11.50
EV Truck/SUV
115
1
$40.24
$18.39
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 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 15, 2026
Origin
Black Brook, NY
Late night
in Black Brook on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Late night
in Yonkers on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Stockport, NY
144 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
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 56m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features 0% highway driving. You will spend your time navigating Silver Lake Road, North Main Street, and Highway 9N, which keep the experience engaging and require your full attention. The road's personality is defined by its constant shifts and local traffic patterns rather than the steady pace of an interstate. Because you are avoiding major highways, the drive remains technical and hands-on from start to finish. Be prepared for a winding, varied journey that demands a more active driving style than a standard freeway commute.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118.6 mi on I 87.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 139.3 miles in near I 87.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 287.4 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 139.3 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.1 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 277.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Black Brook, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 56m. Total distance: 287.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 118.6 miles on I 87. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.00 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 139.3 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 140.1 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 277.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.9 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.
