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Trip from Jamaica, NY to Amenia, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 5m

Distance

89.8 mi

144 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 56m ★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 13m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m

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

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neighborhood of Queens, New York City, United States

Jamaica, NY

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town in Dutchess County, New York, United States

Amenia, NY

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Trip Overview

If you are looking to escape the city, this 89.8-mile journey from Jamaica, NY, to Amenia, NY, serves as a straightforward transition from the urban sprawl of the Northeast to the quieter northern reaches of the state. You should plan for a drive time of approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes, making this an ideal single-day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Budgeting around $15 for fuel will cover your transit, which relies heavily on a network of parkways and interstates. Because the route is compact and efficient, you can easily head out in the morning and reach your destination well before lunch. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that bridges the distance between the two regions effectively.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

44.9 miles from Jamaica, NY

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

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 22 34 mi 51m
I 684 27.5 mi 32m
Hutchinson River Parkway 16 mi 23m
Van Wyck Expressway 5.7 mi 7m
Whitestone Expressway 2 mi 2m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge 1.3 mi 1m
Hutchinson River Expressway 1.2 mi 1m
Pinegrove Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: NY 22 — 34 mi, about 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Tuskegee Airmen Way

303 ft · 17 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way
2

Turn right onto Pinegrove Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Pinegrove Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue

435 ft · 13 sec · Liberty Avenue
4

Turn right onto Van Wyck Expressway East

77 ft · 1 sec · Van Wyck Expressway East
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx
6

Merge onto I 678

5.7 mi · 7 min · Van Wyck Expressway
Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 678

2.0 mi · 2 min · Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 1 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
9

Continue on I 678

1.2 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on HR

16 mi · 23 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

1.6 mi · 2 min
Exit 16A Toward I 684 North: Brewster Use the slight left lane.
12

Merge onto I 684

26 mi · 30 min · I 684
13

Continue on I 684

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 684
Exit |; 9W|9E
14

Continue on NY 22

34 mi · 51 min · NY 22
15

Turn right onto NY 343

76 ft · 1 sec · East Main Street
16

Arrive at destination

NY 343

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though avoiding typical rush hours will help you maintain the estimated 2-hour and 5-minute travel time. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the entire 89.8-mile stretch in one go without needing to plan for breaks. Keep your fuel gauge in check before leaving Jamaica, as the $15 cost estimate assumes a direct transit without heavy idling. One concrete tip for this route is to monitor traffic patterns specifically on the Hutchinson River Parkway, as this section often dictates the overall flow of your journey. Staying aware of these highway conditions will ensure your arrival in Amenia remains stress-free.

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 44.9 miles from Jamaica, NY, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34 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 20 miles or 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 44.9 miles or 1h 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 44m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Jamaica, 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 Jamaica, NY

This is one driving day of about 89.8 miles and 2h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Jamaica, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on NY 22 for about 34 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county town of Bedfordshire, England

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bedford, NY

45 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

Mount Vernon, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bedford, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.9 miles from Jamaica, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

La Patrona Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brewster, New York

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 51.3

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+18452774140

Visit website

The Arch Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brewster, New York

0.8 mi

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.2

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

La Patrona Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 51.3

Brewster, New York

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+18452774140

Visit website

The Arch Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $100 or ab mile 57.7

Brewster, New York

Hours: 5–10 pm

+18452795011

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 6.4

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.4

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Putnam Diner & Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 64.1

Patterson, New York

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+18458788000

Visit website

Ana’s Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.3

Dover Plains, New York

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+18458771000

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $50 to $10 mile 32.1

Armonk, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142736900

Visit website

Rraci's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $100 or ab mile 57.7

Brewster, New York

Hours: 5–10:30 pm

+18452786695

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.2

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44.9

Goldens Bridge, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 57.7

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 44.9

Goldens Bridge, New York

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 57.7

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

EVgo Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 25.6

Rye, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 57.7

Danbury, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Evoke Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 25.6

Rye, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18134925220

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 57.7

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18452787174

Visit website

Cranberry Lake Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 32.1

West Harrison, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+19144281005

Visit website

Kensico Dam Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 32.1

Valhalla, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+19142314033

Visit website

Bounce N Play

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 6.4

Astoria, New York

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+17187777529

Visit website

Highland Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 26.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Pinegrove Street

Turn right onto Pinegrove Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | Liberty Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Liberty Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in

Take the ramp toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whitestone Bridge, Bronx

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 678 North: Van Wyck Expressway, Whites...
5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway

Merge onto I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
8
26.7 mi into trip | ~39m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 684 North: Brewster

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 16A Toward I 684 North: Brewster

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.78 one way

$29.56 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $15.98 $31.97
premium $4.92 $17.40 $34.81
diesel $5.61 $19.83 $39.65

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

$15

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.9 0 $9.43 $4.31
Efficient EV 22.5 0 $7.86 $3.59
EV Truck/SUV 35.9 0 $12.57 $5.75

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (65% 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 12, 2026

Origin

Jamaica, NY

Evening in Jamaica on Sunday

Local time

5:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

41°F

Clear

N 8 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 1:11AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Amenia, NY

Evening in Amenia on Sunday

Local time

5:57 PM

EDT

Current temp

31°F

Clear

N 2 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 1:11AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

56°F

Bedford, NY

45 mi in

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

10 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 5m 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

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 9.3
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 9.3
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 3.1
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...

9 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 3.1
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 3.1
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 ~24 min detour Free near mile 3.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 96% of your time spent on major thoroughfares like the Hutchinson River Parkway, I-684, and NY 22. You can expect a consistent pace as you transition from the parkway system onto the interstate, eventually settling into the final stretch. The longest uninterrupted portion of the drive consists of 34 miles on NY 22, which provides a steady rhythm after the heavier traffic of the lower sections. While the route maintains a high-speed profile throughout, the shift from suburban parkways to the state highway feels distinct as you move further north. It is a functional drive designed for steady progress rather than winding backroads.

96% 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: 34 mi on NY 22.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 22 and I 684. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Pinegrove Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Pinegrove Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Liberty Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting 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.

Arriving in Amenia, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1788

Amenia is a township in Dutchess County, New York. This page also covers the village of Wassaic, 6 miles south of downtown Amenia.

Top landmarks

  • • Beth David Synagogue — reform synagogue in Amenia, New York (state), US
  • • St. Thomas Episcopal Church — church in Amenia Union, 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 2h 5m. Total distance: 89.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 5m 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 34 miles on NY 22. 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.

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: at 0.1 miles (Pinegrove Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Liberty Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Amenia, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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