Origin
New York City, NY
Morning in New York City on Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New York City, NY to Yonkers, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
17.4 mi
28 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York City, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from New York City to Yonkers is a quick 17.4-mile journey that typically takes about 34 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is perfect for a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Henry Hudson Parkway, Broadway, and 12th Avenue as you head north through the Northeast region. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical route to manage. It serves as a straightforward transition between the city and the suburban landscape of Yonkers, making it a convenient drive for those looking to leave the urban core behind.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Hudson Parkway | 9.8 mi | 15m |
| Broadway | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| 12th Avenue | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Street | 1.8 mi | 5m |
| West Side Highway | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Chambers Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 11th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Broadway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Henry Hudson Parkway
— 9.8 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on Broadway
79 ft
·
7 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn right onto Chambers Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Chambers Street
3
Turn right onto NY 9A
1.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Street
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on NY 9A
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
11th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on NY 9A
1.8 mi
·
5 min
·
12th Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on NY 9A
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Side Highway
7
Continue on HH; NY 9A
9.8 mi
·
15 min
·
Henry Hudson Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 23A
Toward US 9 South: Broadway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn sharp left onto US 9
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Broadway
10
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Chambers Street
Turn right onto Chambers Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
NY 9A / West Street
Turn right onto NY 9A / West Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
15 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward US 9 South: Broadway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23A
Toward US 9 South: Broadway
5
15.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
US 9 / Broadway
Turn sharp left onto US 9 / Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.86 one way
$5.73 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $3.10 | $6.19 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.37 | $6.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.52 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.11 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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 Sunday
Local time
6:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Mostly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
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
17 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
34m 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 driving experience that transitions from dense city streets to more fluid parkway travel. With 56% of the route consisting of highway driving, you will spend a significant portion of your time on the Henry Hudson Parkway, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 9.8 miles. The character of the road shifts as you move from the congestion of Broadway and 12th Avenue onto the faster-paced parkway environment. This combination keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, offering a balanced mix of local maneuvering and steady highway speed.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.8 mi on Henry Hudson Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Chambers Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 34m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Chambers Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (NY 9A / West Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
191 ft
6 ft
Total Climb
331 ft
Total Descent
280 ft
Highest Point
191 ft
~14.5 mi in
Elevation Range
186 ft
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 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
This is an ideal same-day round trip, clocking in at just 17.4 miles and 34 minutes of driving time. You'll be back before you know it, with plenty of time left for your weekend.
Family Friendly
With only 17.4 miles and a 34-minute drive, this route is short enough for most kids, and the mostly flat terrain makes for a smooth ride. The 56% highway portion is manageable for families.
Solo Traveler
This 17.4-mile, 34-minute drive is incredibly comfortable for a solo traveler. It's a quick hop that won't feel like a chore, with minimal complexity.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
At just 17.4 miles and 34 minutes with a complexity rating of 4/10, this is a great route for a first-time driver. The mostly flat terrain and highway portion are very manageable.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.8 miles on Henry Hudson Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (NY 9A / West Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, General Grant National Memorial and Castle Clinton 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.
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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