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Trip from North Patchogue, 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

1h 30m

Distance

59.9 mi

96 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 23m ★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 26m

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

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Downtown North Patchogue, NY, NY

North Patchogue, NY

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city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Yonkers, NY

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Trip Overview

This 59.9-mile drive from North Patchogue, NY, to Yonkers, NY, is designed for a single day, taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on the Long Island Expressway, Cross Bronx Expressway, and Cross Island Parkway, with 79% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost is around $10, and with no recommended stops, it's a straightforward transit. This route is a good option if you're looking for an efficient way to travel within New York, moving from one part of the state to another without significant detours. The overall feel is a focused highway transit, perfect for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

30 miles from North Patchogue, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Long Island Expressway 35.9 mi 48m
Cross Bronx Expressway 3.2 mi 4m
Cross Island Parkway 3.1 mi 4m
Patchogue-Holbrook Road 2.8 mi 5m
Bronx River Parkway 2.7 mi 4m
West Woodside Avenue 2.1 mi 3m
Broadway 2.1 mi 3m
Throgs Neck Bridge 1.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Long Island Expressway — 35.9 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Patchogue, NY and Yonkers, NY.

1

Start on NY 112

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Route 112
2

Turn left onto Old Medford Avenue

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Old Medford Avenue
3

Turn left onto CR 99

2.1 mi · 3 min · West Woodside Avenue
Use the right lane.
4

Turn straight onto CR 19

2.8 mi · 5 min · Patchogue-Holbrook Road
Use the left lane.
5

Turn left onto Express Drive North

231 ft · 4 sec · Express Drive North
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward I 495 west: New York
7

Merge onto I 495

36 mi · 48 min · Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 31N-S Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 31N Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10

Merge onto CI

3.1 mi · 4 min · Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 295

1.8 mi · 3 min · Throgs Neck Bridge
13

Continue on I 295

0.7 mi · 1 min · Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 295

3.2 mi · 4 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 4B Toward Rosedale Avenue Use the slight right lane.
16

Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
17

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward Bronx River Parkway North, White Plains
18

Merge onto BR

2.7 mi · 4 min · Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 25 sec
Exit 9 Toward Gun Hill Road Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn left onto East Gun Hill Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Gun Hill Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
21

Take the ramp

328 ft · 8 sec
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway, Saw Mill Parkway
22

Merge onto MP

1.3 mi · 2 min · Mosholu Parkway
23

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NY 9A South: Manhattan, Henry Hudson Parkway South Use the slight right lane.
24

Merge onto HH

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Henry Hudson Parkway
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
25

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Exit 23 Toward US 9, NY 9A North: Broadway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight right at fork

393 ft · 12 sec
Toward US 9 North, NY 9A North: Van Cortlandt Park Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
27

Turn right onto US 9; NY 9A

2.1 mi · 3 min · Broadway
28

Arrive at destination

US 9; NY 9A

Trip Plan

Given this is a relatively short drive of 1 hour and 30 minutes, you have flexibility in when you choose to depart. Leaving early in the morning, before peak traffic builds, is often the best strategy for smoother travel on these busy New York highways. Since no stops are built into this route, consider taking a brief break before you depart or planning one upon arrival in Yonkers. Watch for the transitions between the Long Island Expressway, Cross Island Parkway, and Cross Bronx Expressway; these can be key points to maintain your navigation. With a fuel cost estimated at just $10, refueling is unlikely to be a major concern during the drive itself.

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 30 miles from North Patchogue, NY, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.9 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 13 miles or 20m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 30 miles or 43m 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 13m

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 North Patchogue, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from North Patchogue, NY

This is one driving day of about 59.9 miles and 1h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from North Patchogue, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Long Island Expressway for about 35.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hillside, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hillside, NY

30 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

Melville, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

North Hills, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30 miles from North Patchogue, 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

An Beal Bocht Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bronx, New York

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 55.6

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+17188847127

Visit website

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Little Neck, New York

1.3 mi

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bronx, New York

1.4 mi

An Beal Bocht Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 55.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+17188847127

Visit website

Lima 33 Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 42.8

Little Neck, New York

Hours: 1–9 pm

+17182254949

Visit website

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 55.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13472027123

Visit website

Luigi's Restaurant And Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 38.5

Queens, New York

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+17183477136

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 42.8

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $50 mile 59.9

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Crabtree's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 38.5

Floral Park, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+15163267769

Visit website

Sayola Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 59.9

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12018712182

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 51.4

New York, New York

+19172614093

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 59.9

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+19149204077

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 59.9

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 25.7

Plainview, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 30

Jericho, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 25.7

Woodbury, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 30

Syosset, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 30

Hicksville, NY

+18668167584

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 34.2

Port Washington, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.3 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 30

Hicksville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 25.7

Woodbury, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 55.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+17185493200

Visit website

Ewen Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 55.6

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Lake Ronkonkoma County Park Home of Syag Sports

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 8.6

Lake Ronkonkoma, New York

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16318544949

Visit website

Seton Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 55.6

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Isham Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 55.6

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 55.6

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 51.4

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Shorefront Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Patchogue, New York

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16314754302

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 41.5 and 57.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
41.5 mi into trip | ~58m in

Take the exit toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport

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 31N-S Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge,...
10
41.7 mi into trip | ~58m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 31N Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...
8
45.1 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England

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 33 Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
9
57.6 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Take the exit toward US 9, NY 9A North: Broadway

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 23 Toward US 9, NY 9A North: Broadway
9
57.8 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 9 North, NY 9A North: Van Cortlandt Park

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 9 North, NY 9A North: Van Cortlandt P...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.86 one way

$19.72 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $10.66 $21.32
premium $4.92 $11.61 $23.22
diesel $5.61 $13.23 $26.45

Estimated Tolls: $6.55

Throgs Neck 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

$10

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 18 0 $6.29 $2.88
Efficient EV 15 0 $5.24 $2.40
EV Truck/SUV 24 0 $8.39 $3.83

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

North Patchogue, NY

Night in North Patchogue on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yonkers, NY

Night in Yonkers on Saturday

Local time

10:46 PM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 6 to 12 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:57PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

42°F

Hillside, NY

30 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

37 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 30m 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...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 51.7
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...

5 mi from route ~13 min detour Free near mile 51.7
View on nps.gov
Fire Island National Seashore

Fire Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...

6 mi from route ~16 min detour Free
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...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 51.7
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...

11 mi from route ~27 min detour Free near mile 51.7
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...

11 mi from route ~29 min detour Free near mile 51.7
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this trip, with a significant 79% of the route utilizing major expressways. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 35.9 miles on the Long Island Expressway, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. The character of the drive is largely defined by these main roads, suggesting a consistent pace and flow. While primarily highway, be prepared for the transition as you approach and navigate through more urbanized areas, which can impact traffic conditions.

79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.9 mi on Long Island Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Cross Bronx Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 41.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.9 miles you will encounter 24 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 41.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

240 ft -5 ft

Total Climb

419 ft

Total Descent

380 ft

Highest Point

240 ft

~25.7 mi in

Elevation Range

245 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between North Patchogue, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx, New England, Bronx River Parkway North and White Plains.

Kennedy Airport

41.5 mi in | ~58m

Cross Island Parkway North

41.7 mi in | ~58m

Bronx

45.1 mi in | ~1h 4m

New England

45.1 mi in | ~1h 4m

Bronx River Parkway North

51.7 mi in | ~1h 14m

White Plains

51.7 mi in | ~1h 14m

About the Cities

Starting in North Patchogue, NY

Full guide →

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

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 59.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 35.9 miles on Long Island Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Throgs Neck 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.

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 41.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 45.1 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 Fire Island National Seashore (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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