Origin
Davenport, NY
Morning in Davenport on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, 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
3h 36m
Distance
161.7 mi
260 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 24m
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6 AM
3h 37m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 43m
3 PM
3h 47m
5 PM
4h 0m
8 PM
3h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Davenport, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Yonkers, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 161.7-mile drive from Davenport to Yonkers, NY, is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 36 minutes. You'll primarily be on the New York State Thruway, State Highway 23, and State Route 23A. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a varied experience on the road, making it a practical choice for those looking to get from point A to point B efficiently.
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
80.9 miles from Davenport, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 90.5 mi | 1h 47m |
| State Highway 23 | 26.2 mi | 38m |
| State Route 23A | 17.4 mi | 26m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| King's Highway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 23A | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Main Street | 4.4 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 32A | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 90.5 mi, about 1h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on NY 23
13 mi
·
19 min
·
State Highway 23
2
Continue on NY 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Harper Street
3
Turn slight right onto NY 23
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
4
Continue on NY 23
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 23
5
Continue on NY 23
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Highway 23
6
Continue on NY 23A
14 mi
·
20 min
·
State Route 23A
7
Continue on NY 23A
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on NY 23A
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 23A
9
Continue on NY 23A
1.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on NY 23A
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
State Highway 23A
11
Continue on NY 23A
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
State Route 23A
12
Turn slight right onto NY 32A
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
State Route 32A
13
Continue on NY 32A
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 32A
14
Continue on NY 32
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
King's Highway
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
16
Merge onto I 87
71 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
19 mi
·
24 min
·
New York State Thruway
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 7A
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Yonkers Avenue
23
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
24
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
25
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given the 3 hour and 36-minute duration, this trip is easily completed in a single day. To make the most of your drive, consider departing earlier in the morning to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Yonkers. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility in choosing where to take a break. Pay attention to your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road type is over 90 miles. A good tip is to utilize the services along the New York State Thruway for fuel and rest before you begin your journey on the state routes.
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 80.9 miles from Davenport, NY, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.5 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 36 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.9 miles or 1h 58m 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 57m
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 Davenport, 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 Davenport, NY
This is one driving day of about 161.7 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Davenport, 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 New York State Thruway for about 90.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.9 miles from Davenport, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.5 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 61.7 and 161.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
61.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
I 87 / New York State Thruway
Merge onto I 87 / New York State Thruway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
151.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 21m 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
152.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m 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
160.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 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
161.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 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
$26.62 one way
$53.23 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $28.78 | $57.56 |
| premium | $4.92 | $31.34 | $62.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.70 | $71.40 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.53
New York State Thruway
(90.5 mi)
$4.53
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
$27
Tolls
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.98 | $7.76 |
| Efficient EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.15 | $6.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.7 | 0 | $22.64 | $10.35 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Morning in Yonkers on Tuesday
Local time
8:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 6 to 12 mph
4% chance
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
31 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 36m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 36% of your journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch clocks in at 90.5 miles, mostly along the New York State Thruway, offering a chance for steady progress. As you transition between the Thruway and State Highways 23 and 23A, the character of the road will likely change, offering a blend of faster travel and more local road conditions. This variety ensures the drive doesn't become monotonous.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 90.5 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 61.7 miles in near I 87 / New York State Thruway.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 161.7 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 61.7 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 151.2 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.2 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 Davenport, NY to Yonkers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Saw Mill River Parkway South along the way.
Saw Mill River Parkway South
152.2 mi in
|
~3h 23m
About the Cities
Starting in Davenport, 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 3h 36m. Total distance: 161.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 90.5 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $4.53 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 61.7 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 151.2 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Yonkers, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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