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Trip from New York City, NY to Port Chester, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

55m

Distance

31.8 mi

51 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 51m ★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 52m

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

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most populous city in the United States

New York City, NY

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village in Westchester County, New York, United States

Port Chester, NY

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Trip Overview

If you are looking to head north from New York City to Port Chester, you are in for a quick 31.8-mile journey that typically takes about 55 minutes. This trek is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, making it an easy choice if you want to get out of the city without a massive time commitment. Budgeting around $5 for fuel is more than enough for this short haul through the Northeast. You will primarily navigate via the FDR Drive, the Bruckner Expressway, and the New England Thruway. Because the travel time is under an hour, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing for maximum flexibility in your scheduling.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
New England Thruway 10.8 mi 14m
FDR Drive 7.7 mi 14m
Bruckner Expressway 7.1 mi 10m
Hutchinson River Parkway 1.5 mi 2m
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge 0.6 mi 1m
Boston Post Road 0.5 mi <1m
Pearl Street 0.4 mi 1m
Frankfort Street 0.2 mi 1m
Longest stretch: New England Thruway — 10.8 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Port Chester, NY.

1

Start on Broadway

79 ft · 10 sec · Broadway
2

Turn left onto Chambers Street

0.1 mi · 36 sec · Chambers Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3

Turn right onto Centre Street

329 ft · 15 sec · Centre Street
4

Turn straight

261 ft · 11 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
5

Turn straight onto Park Row

120 ft · 12 sec · Park Row
6

Continue on Park Row

436 ft · 24 sec · Park Row
Toward FDR Drive Use the left lane.
7

Continue on Frankfort Street

0.2 mi · 1 min · Frankfort Street
Toward FDR Drive
8

Turn left onto Pearl Street

51 ft · 4 sec · Pearl Street
Use the left lane.
9

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward FDR Drive North
10

Merge onto FDR

7.7 mi · 14 min · FDR Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 17 Toward I 278: Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, Brunckner Expressway, Gran Central Parkway Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12

Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge

0.4 mi · 40 sec · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
13

Keep straight at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 278 East, I 87 North: Bronx, Yankee Stadium
14

Continue on this road

0.2 mi · 29 sec · this road
Exit 46
15

Merge onto I 278

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
16

Continue on I 278

7.1 mi · 10 min · Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on I 95

0.2 mi · 18 sec · New England Thruway
18

Take the exit

430 ft · 14 sec
Exit 9 Toward Hutchinson Parkway North Use the slight right lane.
19

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway North Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Merge onto HR

1.5 mi · 2 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Exit 4A Toward I 95 North: New Haven Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Merge onto I 95

11 mi · 14 min · New England Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 21 Toward I 287 West, US 1 North: Port Chester, Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge Use the slight right lane.
24

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward US 1 North: Port Chester
25

Turn straight onto US 1

0.5 mi · 54 sec · Boston Post Road
26

Turn slight left onto Pearl Street

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Pearl Street
27

Arrive at destination

NY 120A

Where to Stop

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

borough of New York City, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

The Bronx, NY

16 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

Rye Brook, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

The Bronx, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from New York City, 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 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Chambers Street

Turn left onto Chambers Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
8
8.8 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 278: Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, Brunckner Expressway, Gran Central Parkway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 17 Toward I 278: Robert F. Kennedy Bridge, Brunckn...
8
17.5 mi into trip | ~33m in

Take the exit toward Hutchinson Parkway North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 9 Toward Hutchinson Parkway North
8
17.6 mi into trip | ~33m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Hutchinson River Parkway North
8
30.2 mi into trip | ~51m in

Take the exit toward I 287 West, US 1 North: Port Chester, Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 21 Toward I 287 West, US 1 North: Port Chester, Go...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.23 one way

$10.47 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $5.66 $11.32
premium $4.92 $6.16 $12.33
diesel $5.61 $7.02 $14.04

Estimated Tolls: $0.74

New England Thruway (10.6 mi) $0.74

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$5

Tolls

$1

Total

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.5 0 $3.34 $1.53
Efficient EV 8 0 $2.78 $1.27
EV Truck/SUV 12.7 0 $4.45 $2.04

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 20, 2026

Origin

New York City, NY

Morning in New York City on Tuesday

Local time

8:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

35°F

Mostly Clear

N 9 to 21 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Freeze Warning

Freeze Warning issued April 20 at 1:57PM EDT until April 21 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 20 at 8:03AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Port Chester, NY

Morning in Port Chester on Tuesday

Local time

8:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

57°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

55m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition out of the city. While roughly 27% of your travel occurs on highways, the experience feels more technical than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch on the New England Thruway, which spans 10.8 miles. The route shifts from dense urban corridors onto expressway segments, requiring you to stay alert during lane changes. It is a practical, functional drive that gets you from the heart of the city to Port Chester efficiently.

Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.8 mi on New England Thruway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Chambers Street.

Driving Effort 10/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 31.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

34 ft 6 ft

Total Climb

38 ft

Total Descent

47 ft

Highest Point

34 ft

~10.6 mi in

Elevation Range

28 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between New York City, NY and Port Chester, NY, road signs point toward Yankee Stadium, Hutchinson Parkway North and Hutchinson River Parkway North.

Yankee Stadium

9.6 mi in | ~21m

Hutchinson Parkway North

17.5 mi in | ~33m

Hutchinson River Parkway North

17.6 mi in | ~33m

About the Cities

Starting in New York City, NY

Full guide →

“The City That Never Sleeps” · Founded 1624

New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation. From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.

Top landmarks

  • • Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
  • • National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
  • • Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City

Arriving in Port Chester, NY

Full guide →

Founded 1660

Port Chester is a village in Westchester County, New York.

Top landmarks

  • • St. Peter's Episcopal Church — church in Port Chester, New York
  • • Capitol Theatre — theater and music venue in Port Chester, New York, United States

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

This 31.8-mile drive is an easy same-day round trip, perfect for a quick weekend escape from the city. With only 55 minutes of estimated travel time, you'll have plenty of day left for exploring Port Chester.

Family Friendly

The 10/10 complexity and turn-heavy local drive might make navigating this 31.8-mile route a challenge with kids in tow. However, the short 55-minute drive time is a definite plus for keeping little ones happy.

Solo Traveler

This route is a bit of a turn-heavy local drive with a 10/10 complexity, so it might be more engaging than relaxing for a solo traveler. However, at just 31.8 miles and 55 minutes, it's very manageable solo.

EV Driver

At only 31.8 miles, this route is definitely short enough to complete on a single charge, even for older EV models. You likely won't need to worry about charging stations at all.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 10.8 miles on New England Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.74 in tolls one way, starting with New England 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 Port Chester, 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: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (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 Port Chester, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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