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Trip from Chatham, NY to Jamaica, 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

3h 4m

Distance

135.8 mi

219 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 53m ★
6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 27m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 26m
8 PM
2h 57m

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

Downtown Chatham, NY, NY

Chatham, NY

Peter Olexa

neighborhood of Queens, New York City, United States

Jamaica, NY

Wikimedia Commons

Trip Overview

This 135.8-mile drive from Chatham, NY to Jamaica, NY is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can comfortably be completed in about 3 hours and 4 minutes. It's an ideal candidate for a single-day journey, with a manageable fuel cost estimated at $22. The route primarily utilizes the Taconic State Parkway, I-684, and the Hutchinson River Parkway, making it a largely uninterrupted drive. You'll be spending about 96% of your time on highways, so expect a consistent pace. This journey is entirely within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

67.9 miles from Chatham, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Taconic State Parkway 62.3 mi 1h 24m
I 684 26.8 mi 31m
Hutchinson River Parkway 15.9 mi 23m
I 84 15.5 mi 18m
Van Wyck Expressway 4.3 mi 6m
Whitestone Expressway 2.3 mi 3m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge 1.3 mi 2m
Hutchinson River Expressway 1.2 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Taconic State Parkway — 62.3 mi, about 1h 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chatham, NY and Jamaica, NY.

1

Start on Austerlitz Street

34 ft · 1 sec · Austerlitz Street
2

Enter roundabout onto NY 66

111 ft · 1 sec · Main Street
3

Continue on NY 66

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Main Street
4

Continue on NY 66

0.5 mi · 1 min · Hudson Avenue
5

Turn left onto NY 203

0.3 mi · 30 sec · Coleman Street
6

Continue on NY 203

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 203
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 1 min
8

Merge onto Taconic State Parkway

62 mi · 1 hr 24 min · Taconic State Parkway
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Toward I 84 East: Danbury
10

Merge onto I 84

15 mi · 18 min · I 84
11

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 68A Toward I 684 South: White Plains Use the right lane.
12

Merge onto I 684

27 mi · 31 min · I 684
13

Keep slight left at fork

1.5 mi · 2 min
Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City Use the straight lane.
14

Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway

7.7 mi · 10 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway

8.2 mi · 12 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on I 678

1.2 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
17

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
18

Continue on I 678

2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678

4.3 mi · 6 min · Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport Use the slight left lane.
20

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue Use the right lane.
21

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue Use the slight right lane.
22

Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West

0.9 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Turn left onto Liberty Avenue

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Liberty Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
24

Turn right onto Inwood Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Inwood Street
25

Turn right onto Tuskegee Airmen Way

56 ft · 2 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way
26

Arrive at destination

Tuskegee Airmen Way

Trip Plan

Given its 3-hour duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day adventure, offering plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Consider leaving early to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the New York City metropolitan area. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 62.3 miles on the Taconic State Parkway, you can plan your breaks strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $22, and ensure you're topped up before heading into busier sections of the drive.

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 67.9 miles from Chatham, NY, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.3 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 30 miles or 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 67.9 miles or 1h 34m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 26m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Chatham, 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 Chatham, NY

This is one driving day of about 135.8 miles and 3h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Chatham, 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 Taconic State Parkway for about 62.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

town in Dutchess County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Beekman, NY

68 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

Clermont, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Beekman, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.9 miles from Chatham, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Taconic State Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Forest Hills, New York

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 0min to go 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

College Point, New York

2.2 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 26min to go 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Hollis, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13322041966

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $30 to $50

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $50 to $10

Armonk, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+19142736900

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

2.8 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Lagrangeville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Ancram, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Rye, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Kensico Dam Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Valhalla, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+19142314033

Visit website

Cranberry Lake Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

West Harrison, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+19144281005

Visit website

Lake Taghkanic State Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Ancram, New York

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15188513631

Visit website

Highland Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Bounce N Play

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Astoria, New York

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+17187777529

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 80.3 and 134.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
80.3 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in

Take the exit toward I 684 South: White Plains

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

Use the right lane. Exit 68A Toward I 684 South: White Plains
9
107.7 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
7
116.9 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | Hutchinson River Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Whitestone Bridge
8
134.2 mi into trip | ~3h in

Take the exit toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue

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

Use the right lane. Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlanti...
9
134.4 mi into trip | ~3h in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.35 one way

$44.71 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $24.17 $48.34
premium $4.92 $26.32 $52.64
diesel $5.61 $29.98 $59.97

Estimated Tolls: $6.55

Whitestone Bridge $6.55

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

$22

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.7 0 $14.26 $6.52
Efficient EV 34 0 $11.88 $5.43
EV Truck/SUV 54.3 0 $19.01 $8.69

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (67% 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 19, 2026

Origin

Chatham, NY

Afternoon in Chatham on Tuesday

Local time

12:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jamaica, NY

Afternoon in Jamaica on Tuesday

Local time

12:11 PM

EDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

13 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

3h 4m 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

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...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 126.5
View on nps.gov
General Grant National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 126.5
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 131.1
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument

Stonewall National Monument

National Monument

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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 131.1
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

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...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free near mile 131.1
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

National Memorial

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...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 131.1
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 predominantly highway experience on this route, with 96% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 62.3 miles along the Taconic State Parkway, offering a good period of consistent travel. As you progress, the drive transitions from the Taconic State Parkway onto I-684 and then the Hutchinson River Parkway, maintaining a highway profile throughout. This setup suggests a route designed for efficient travel rather than frequent scenic detours.

96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.3 mi on Taconic State Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 80.3 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 17 significant decision points across 135.8 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 80.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.9 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): 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.

On the drive from Chatham, NY to Jamaica, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

New York City

107.7 mi in | ~2h 21m

About the Cities

Starting in Chatham, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1795

Top landmarks

  • Union Station — former railroad station in Chatham, New York, US
  • North Chatham Historic District — historic district in Chatham, New York, United States

Arriving in Jamaica, NY

Full guide →

Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.

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 3h 4m. Total distance: 135.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 62.3 miles on Taconic State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Whitestone Bridge. 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 Jamaica, 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 80.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.9 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and African Burial Ground National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Jamaica, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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