Origin
Clintondale, NY
Morning in Clintondale on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clintondale, NY to Yonkers, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
72.7 mi
117 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clintondale, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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Trip Overview
Clintondale to Yonkers is 72.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 40 minutes via United States Route 9W, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within New York, taking you from the Northeast region down to the Northeast region. Expect a mostly highway experience that's efficient for getting from point A to point B. It's a straightforward trip, well-suited for a single-day excursion without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.3 miles from Clintondale, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| United States Route 9W | 15.6 mi | 22m |
| US 9W | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| Route 9W | 13.1 mi | 18m |
| New York State Thruway | 8 mi | 10m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| Vineyard Avenue | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 303 North | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| North Robinson Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
United States Route 9W
— 15.6 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clintondale, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on Maple Avenue
14 ft
·
5 sec
·
Maple Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 44; NY 55
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Vineyard Avenue
3
Turn right onto CR 11
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chapel Hill Road
4
Turn right onto US 9W
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Route 9W
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 9W; NY 32
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Robinson Avenue
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 9W
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Quassaick Avenue
7
Continue on US 9W
16 mi
·
22 min
·
United States Route 9W
8
Enter roundabout onto US 9W; US 202
235 ft
·
3 sec
·
US 9W; US 202
9
Continue on US 9W; US 202
14 mi
·
16 min
·
US 9W; US 202
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on NY 303
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Route 303
11
Continue on NY 303
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 303 North
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto NY 303
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
·
NY 303
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
14
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
this road
Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York State Thruway
15
Merge onto I 87; I 287
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
New York State Thruway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 7A
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Yonkers Avenue
21
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
22
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
23
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour 40 minutes, this route offers considerable flexibility for departure times. You can easily start your drive mid-morning and still arrive with plenty of daylight. Since it's a relatively quick trip, you won't need to plan for extensive stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is around $12, and it's wise to top off before you leave Clintondale to ensure a smooth transit without needing to seek out a gas station en route.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.3 miles from Clintondale, NY, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.6 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.3 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 25m
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 Clintondale, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clintondale, NY
This is one driving day of about 72.7 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Clintondale, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on United States Route 9W for about 15.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.3 miles from Clintondale, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 4.8 and 72.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 9W / Route 9W
Turn right onto US 9W / Route 9W
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
I 87 / New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 / New York State Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m 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
71.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m 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
72.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m 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
$11.97 one way
$23.93 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $12.94 | $25.88 |
| premium | $4.92 | $14.09 | $28.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.05 | $32.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.40
New York State Thruway
(8 mi)
$0.40
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
$12
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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
Yonkers, NY
Morning in Yonkers on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
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
20 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
1h 40m 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?
You'll spend about 76% of your time on highways, with the longest continuous stretch on United States Route 9W measuring 15.6 miles. As you transition away from the highway sections, you'll encounter more local traffic and intersections. The prevalence of highway driving suggests frequent exits and merges as you make your way south.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.6 mi on United States Route 9W.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on United States Route 9W and US 9W. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.8 miles in near US 9W / Route 9W.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.8 miles (US 9W / Route 9W): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.2 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.1 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.
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 Clintondale, NY to Yonkers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Saw Mill River Parkway South along the way.
Saw Mill River Parkway South
63.1 mi in
|
~1h 27m
About the Cities
Starting in Clintondale, NY
Full guide →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 1h 40m. Total distance: 72.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.6 miles on United States Route 9W. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.40 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 Yonkers, 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 4.8 miles (US 9W / Route 9W): Lane positioning matters here; at 62.2 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Yonkers, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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