Trip from Brockport, NY to Yonkers, NY

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

Drive Time

7h 9m

Distance

334.5 mi

538 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

6h 58m ★

6 AM

7h 9m

8 AM

7h 31m

10 AM

7h 17m

12 PM

7h 15m

3 PM

7h 18m

5 PM

7h 30m

8 PM

7h 3m

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

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village in New York, United States of America

Brockport, NY

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city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Yonkers, NY

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Trip Overview

Embarking from Brockport to Yonkers, NY, this 334.5-mile journey spans approximately 7 hours and 9 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing the New York State Thruway, I-86, and I-81, this route is a highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in a single day. With an estimated fuel cost of $55 and planned stops, you'll find this a straightforward trip through the Northeast region of New York. It's a practical option for those looking to cover ground efficiently, offering a direct path between these two points within the state.

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

167.3 miles from Brockport, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 39m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 86	129.9 mi	2h 40m
I 81	45.4 mi	54m
New York State Thruway	40.3 mi	48m
Western Expressway	20.1 mi	26m
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

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Holley Street

28 ft · 3 sec · Holley Street

Turn right onto NY 19

0.6 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Continue on NY 19

0.5 mi · 1 min · Lake Road

Turn left onto NY 31

4.8 mi · 5 min · Brockport-Spencerport Road

Continue on NY 531

7.5 mi · 8 min · NY 531

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 490 East: Rochester

Merge onto I 490

20 mi · 26 min · Western Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 42 sec

Toward I 90 East: Albany

Merge onto I 90

30 mi · 34 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

To make the most of this 7-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Brockport to bypass potential traffic heading into the Yonkers area. With 2 planned stops, you can break up the 334.5 miles effectively; aim to stretch your legs roughly every two to three hours. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch on I-86, and budget around $55 for gas. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have flexibility, but sticking to the main roads like the New York State Thruway will ensure the most direct route.

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 167.3 miles from Brockport, NY, or about 3h 39m 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 74 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 167.3 miles or 3h 39m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 51m

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 Brockport, 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 Brockport, NY

This is one driving day of about 334.5 miles and 7h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 74 miles from Brockport, 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

Hamilton, NY

167 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.

Popular next leg

Hamilton, NY to Yonkers, NY

217.2 mi · 4h 36m

Pacing Suggestions

Auburn, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 74 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Norwich, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 167.3 miles from Brockport, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

1.7 mi from route

Middletown Rest Area

2 mi from route

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 30

5 decision points cluster between mile 64.6 and 333.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

64.6 mi into trip | ~1h 19m 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

161.6 mi into trip | ~3h 32m 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

314.3 mi into trip | ~6h 40m 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...

324.9 mi into trip | ~6h 55m 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

333.2 mi into trip | ~7h 6m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.11 one way

$108.23 round trip

$4.11/gal 25.4 MPG avg 117 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.46	$58.72	$117.44
premium	$4.85	$63.84	$127.69
diesel	$4.80	$63.16	$126.32

Estimated Tolls: $2.01

New York State Thruway (40.3 mi) $2.01

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

$54

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$81–$106

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 117 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	100.4	1	$35.12	$16.06
Efficient EV	83.6	0	$29.27	$13.38
EV Truck/SUV	133.8	1	$46.83	$21.41

Gas CO2

117 kg

EV CO2

39 kg (67% 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 Jul 17, 2026

Origin

Brockport, NY

Late night in Brockport on Tuesday

Local time

5:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Smoke

N 5 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Destination

Yonkers, NY

Late night in Yonkers on Tuesday

Local time

5:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Smoke

NW 7 mph 0% chance Live forecast

78°F

Hamilton, NY

167 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

5 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

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 334.5

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This route offers a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 75% of the drive on major interstates. You'll encounter stretches on I-86, including one continuous segment of 129.9 miles, which allows for steady progress. The character of the drive is largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel over the 334.5 miles. While not overly technical, the extensive highway share means you'll be navigating typical interstate conditions for the majority of the 7-hour duration.

75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

44 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 I 81. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 64.6 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 30 significant decision points across 334.5 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 64.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 161.6 miles (I 86; NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 314.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

1,383 ft 86 ft

Total Climb

1,627 ft

Total Descent

2,060 ft

Highest Point

1,383 ft

~238.9 mi in

Elevation Range

1,297 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

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

Clyde

64.6 mi in | ~1h 19m

New York

161.6 mi in | ~3h 32m | via I 86; NY 17

Palisades Interstate Parkway South

298.6 mi in | ~6h 22m

White Plains

314.3 mi in | ~6h 40m

New York State Thruway South

314.3 mi in | ~6h 40m

Detours Along the Way

Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.

Spotted Cow Cafe’ Grill

Cafe

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Roscoe, NY

The Coffee Way Cafe

Cafe

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Wurtsboro, NY

Busy Bean Cafe

Cafe

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Victor, NY

Cuisine: breakfast;coffee_shop

Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-15:00; Sa-Su 08:00-13:30

Visit website

Tim Hortons

Cafe

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Hours: 24/7

Visit website

Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters

Cafe

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Cuisine: coffee_shop

Hours: Mo-Fr 06:30-19:00; Sa 07:00-18:00; Su 08...

Visit website

The Junction

Restaurant

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Roscoe, NY

Dunkin'

Fast_food

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Wurtsboro, NY

Cuisine: donut;coffee_shop

Hours: 05:00-20:00

Visit website

Raimondo's Restaurant and Pizzeria

Restaurant

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Roscoe, NY

Cuisine: italian

Hours: 11:00-23:00

Kasos

Restaurant

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Cuisine: greek

Do Good Garage Bar & Eats @ Do Good Spirits Distillery

Restaurant

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Mark's Pizzeria

Restaurant

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Motel

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

John Morris Manor Bed & Breakfast

Guest_house

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Seneca Falls, NY

Visit website

Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.

About the Cities

Starting in Brockport, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1829

Brockport is an outer suburb of Rochester in the Finger Lakes region of New York.

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 9m. Total distance: 334.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 9m 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 $2.01 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.

Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights 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 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.3 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Brockport, NY to Yonkers, NY

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

Clifton Springs Travel Plaza

Seneca Travel Plaza

Roscoe

Rest Area

Rest Area

Rest Area

Rest Area

Petro Stopping Centers

Whitney Point Rest Area

East Branch Rest Area

Love's Travel Stop

Junius Ponds Travel Plaza

Love's Travel Stop

TA

Rest Area

Rest Area

Middletown Rest Area

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Brockport, NY

Yonkers, NY

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

7h 9m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Harriet Tubman National Historical Park

Women's Rights 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?

Elevation Profile

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Detours Along the Way

Spotted Cow Cafe’ Grill

The Coffee Way Cafe

Busy Bean Cafe

Tim Hortons

Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters

The Junction

Dunkin'

Raimondo's Restaurant and Pizzeria

Kasos

Do Good Garage Bar & Eats @ Do Good Spirits Distillery

Mark's Pizzeria

Willis Smith Riverside Memorial Park

Cochran Park

Sutherland Park

Fay Park

Trevor Park

H F Redmond Junior Memorial Park

Castle Creek Memorial

Beamoc Trout

D&H Canal Snubbing Post

Herons

Roscoe Motel

Travelodge Farmington

Comfort Inn

Royal Regency Hotel

Americas Best Value

John Morris Manor Bed & Breakfast

About the Cities

Starting in Brockport, NY

Arriving in Yonkers, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?