Mount Kisco to Washington Heights is 31.1 miles and takes about 45m via Saw Mill River Parkway and Major Deegan Expressway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within New York, connecting the Northeast region from one point to another. It's a relatively short drive, primarily on highways, making it a straightforward option for getting from point A to point B. Consider this if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two New York locations, with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Saw Mill River Parkway
24.5 mi
33m
Major Deegan Expressway
2.2 mi
3m
Mosholu Parkway
0.9 mi
1m
Main Street
0.8 mi
1m
Nagle Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Broadway
0.7 mi
1m
Henry Hudson Parkway
0.4 mi
<1m
West 207th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Saw Mill River Parkway
— 24.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Kisco, NY and Washington Heights, NY.
1
Start on NY 117
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·17 sec
3
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
25 mi·33 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on HH
0.4 mi·32 sec·Henry Hudson Parkway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto MP
0.9 mi·1 min·Mosholu Parkway
Use the slight left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 87
2.2 mi·3 min·Major Deegan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi·27 sec
Exit 9Toward West Fordham Road, University Heights BridgeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto West Fordham Road
379 ft·14 sec·West Fordham Road
10
Continue on University Heights Bridge
0.1 mi·20 sec·University Heights Bridge
11
Continue on West 207th Street
0.2 mi·42 sec·West 207th Street
12
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
428 ft·9 sec·10th Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on Nagle Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Nagle Avenue
14
Turn left onto US 9
0.7 mi·1 min·Broadway
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
US 9
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 15.5 miles from Mount Kisco, 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 29.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.9 mi into trip|~1m in|Saw Mill River Parkway
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
25.8 mi into trip|~36m in|MP / Mosholu Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto MP / Mosholu Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
26.7 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 87 South: Deegan Expressway, Robert F....
8
29.1 mi into trip|~41m in
Take the exit toward West Fordham Road, University Heights Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 9
Toward West Fordham Road, University Heights Br...
7
29.6 mi into trip|~43m in|10th Avenue
Turn left onto 10th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.05 one way
$10.11 round trip
$4.13/gal25.4 MPG avg11 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.47
$5.47
$10.94
premium
$4.87
$5.96
$11.92
diesel
$5.40
$6.62
$13.23
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
9.3
0
$3.27
$1.49
Efficient EV
7.8
0
$2.72
$1.24
EV Truck/SUV
12.4
0
$4.35
$1.99
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Forecast as of Apr 26, 2026
Origin
Mount Kisco, NY
Late night
in Mount Kisco on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Rain Showers
E 6 mph97% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 8:05PM EDT until April 26 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Washington Heights, NY
Late night
in Washington Heights on Sunday
Local time
3:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
45m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 90% of the 31.1 miles on expressways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 24.5 miles on the Saw Mill River Parkway. Expect a consistent flow of traffic and numerous exits as you navigate the urban and suburban landscape. The transition to surface streets will occur in the final few miles as you approach your destination.
90% 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: 24.5 mi on Saw Mill River Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and Major Deegan Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near Saw Mill River Parkway.
Driving Effort8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 31.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.9 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (MP / Mosholu Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 31.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.5 miles on Saw Mill River Parkway. 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 Washington Heights, 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 0.9 miles (Saw Mill River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (MP / Mosholu Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Washington Heights, NY before heading back.
