Planning a trip from Chatham, NY, to Yonkers, NY? This 113-mile drive typically takes about 2 hours and 36 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day journey. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 97% of it being on major roads, so expect a straightforward travel experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Northeast. You'll primarily navigate the Taconic State Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway, with a short section on State Highway 203. This route is ideal for those seeking efficiency and a direct path to their destination.
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
56.5 miles from Chatham, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Taconic State Parkway
95.4 mi
2h 9m
Saw Mill River Parkway
13.5 mi
18m
State Highway 203
1 mi
1m
Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
Hudson Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Coleman Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Main Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Taconic State Parkway
— 95.4 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatham, NY and Yonkers, 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
95 mi·2 hr 9 min·Taconic State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·44 sec
Exit 3Toward Saw Mill Parkway, YonkersUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
14 mi·18 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, YonkersUse the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 5Toward West Yonkers AvenueUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Yonkers Avenue
13
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Nepperhan Avenue
14
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft·5 sec·South Broadway
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given its 2.5-hour duration, this route from Chatham to Yonkers is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can depart early to beat any potential traffic or leave later in the morning and still arrive with plenty of daylight. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost around $19, you won't need extensive planning for refueling or lengthy breaks. Keep an eye on the Taconic State Parkway, as it's the longest continuous section of your journey; ensure you're comfortable with its length before you set off.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 56.5 miles from Chatham, NY, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.4 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 25 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.5 miles or 1h 18m 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 7m
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 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 113 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 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 95.4 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 112.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|NY 66 / Main Street
Enter roundabout onto NY 66 / Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
97.6 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
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 3
Toward Saw Mill Parkway, Yonkers
7
98.1 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|Saw Mill River Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, Yonkers
7
111.6 mi into trip|~2h 34m 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
112.9 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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
$18.60 one way
$37.20 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$20.11
$40.23
premium
$4.92
$21.90
$43.80
diesel
$5.61
$24.95
$49.90
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.9
0
$11.86
$5.42
Efficient EV
28.3
0
$9.89
$4.52
EV Truck/SUV
45.2
0
$15.82
$7.23
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Afternoon
in Yonkers on Tuesday
Local time
12:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
18 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
2h 36m 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...
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...
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 113
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 113
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 113
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 113
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely highway-focused, offering a smooth and rapid transit. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on well-maintained parkways, designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 95.4 miles along the Taconic State Parkway, allowing for extended periods of steady driving. While primarily highway, the transition through the Saw Mill River Parkway might offer a slightly different feel as you approach more populated areas. Overall, expect a consistent driving experience with minimal interruptions.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 95.4 mi on Taconic State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and Saw Mill River Parkway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near NY 66 / Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 36m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 66 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 97.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.1 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 95.4 miles on Taconic State Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (NY 66 / Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 97.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98.1 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
