Esopus to Yonkers is 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 44m via US 9 and US 6, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that stays within New York State, moving you from the Northeast region down to the Northeast region. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on well-maintained highways, making it an efficient trip for getting from point A to point B. With a duration under two hours and a low fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick day trip or a short segment of a larger journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.1 miles from Esopus, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 9
29.9 mi
39m
US 6
14.9 mi
23m
Saw Mill River Parkway
13.5 mi
18m
Broadway
8.1 mi
11m
US 44
2.2 mi
5m
NY 9A
1.8 mi
2m
Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 9
— 29.9 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Esopus, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on Main Street
0.2 mi·29 sec·Main Street
2
Turn slight left onto US 9W
8.1 mi·11 min·Broadway
Use the straight lane.
3
Keep slight right at fork onto US 44; NY 55
2.2 mi·5 min·US 44; NY 55
Toward Mid Hudson Bridge
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward US 9: Wappingers Falls, Hyde ParkUse the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto US 9
30 mi·39 min·US 9
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Enter roundabout onto US 6; US 9; US 202
201 ft·2 sec·US 6; US 9; US 202
Toward Peekskill
7
Continue on US 6; US 9; US 202
0.2 mi·10 sec·US 6; US 9; US 202
Toward Peekskill
8
Continue on US 6; US 9; US 202
15 mi·23 min·US 6; US 9; US 202
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto NY 9A; NY 100
1.8 mi·2 min·NY 9A; NY 100
Toward New York CityUse the straight lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·20 sec
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
11
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
13 mi·18 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Toward Saw Mill Pkwy, YonkersUse the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 5Toward West Yonkers AvenueUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Yonkers Avenue
14
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Nepperhan Avenue
15
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft·5 sec·South Broadway
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given its short duration of under two hours, this route offers considerable flexibility. You can depart anytime, but leaving in the morning or mid-afternoon will help you avoid potential peak traffic. Since the longest stretch without a significant change in road is 29.9 miles, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops. Keep an eye on your GPS as you transition between US 9, US 6, and the Saw Mill River Parkway to ensure you're on the most efficient path to Yonkers.
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 36.1 miles from Esopus, NY, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.9 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 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.1 miles or 51m 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 29m
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 Esopus, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Esopus, NY
This is one driving day of about 72.2 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Esopus, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 9 for about 29.9 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.5 and 72.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
10.5 mi into trip|~17m in
Take the exit toward US 9: Wappingers Falls, Hyde Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 9: Wappingers Falls, Hyde Park
6
40.5 mi into trip|~57m in|US 6; US 9; US 202
Enter roundabout onto US 6; US 9; US 202 toward Peekskill
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward Peekskill
7
57.4 mi into trip|~1h 23m 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
70.8 mi into trip|~1h 42m 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
72.1 mi into trip|~1h 44m 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
$11.88 one way
$23.77 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$12.85
$25.70
premium
$4.92
$13.99
$27.99
diesel
$5.61
$15.94
$31.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.7
0
$7.58
$3.47
Efficient EV
18.1
0
$6.32
$2.89
EV Truck/SUV
28.9
0
$10.11
$4.62
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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 18, 2026
Origin
Esopus, NY
Late night
in Esopus on Tuesday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Late night
in Yonkers on Tuesday
Local time
4:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Cloudy
E 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
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
1h 44m 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.
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 72.2
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 72.2
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 72.2
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 72.2
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 72.2
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 72.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 84% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll encounter stretches like the 29.9-mile segment on US 9, which offers a consistent pace. The route incorporates US 6 and the Saw Mill River Parkway, suggesting a mix of major roadways and parkway driving. Expect a smooth, relatively uninterrupted experience for most of the 72.2 miles, allowing for efficient travel time.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.9 mi on US 9.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 9 and US 6. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 miles (US 6; US 9; US 202): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 57.4 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Esopus, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Hyde Park, Peekskill, New York City and Saw Mill River Parkway South.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 72.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.9 miles on US 9. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 miles (US 6; US 9; US 202): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 57.4 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.
