Origin
Norwood, NY
Evening in Norwood on Sunday
Local time
5:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norwood, NY to Yonkers, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 29m
Distance
345.8 mi
556 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 19m
★
6 AM
7h 29m
8 AM
7h 49m
10 AM
7h 36m
12 PM
7h 34m
3 PM
7h 37m
5 PM
7h 48m
8 PM
7h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norwood, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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Trip Overview
Norwood to Yonkers is 345.8 miles and takes about 7h 29m via I 87 and State Highway 56, with a fuel budget near $55 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip keeps you within New York State the entire time, moving from the Northeast region down to the more populated Northeast. You'll spend a good portion of your time on major highways, but there's also a section of surface roads to consider. It's a solid one-day drive if you're looking to cover ground efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
172.9 miles from Norwood, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 2m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 87 | 118.6 mi | 2h 17m |
| Adirondack Northway | 77 mi | 1h 30m |
| State Highway 56 | 35 mi | 51m |
| State Highway 28N | 30.3 mi | 43m |
| New York State Thruway | 20 mi | 25m |
| Adirondack Trail | 19.3 mi | 27m |
| State Route 3 | 14.8 mi | 20m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 7.8 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 87
— 118.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Traffic on I-87
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 30 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,496 veh/hr typical · worst 3,286
Quietest
1 AM
~113 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norwood, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on NY 56
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on NY 56
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
State Highway 56
3
Continue on NY 56
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Market Street
4
Turn left onto US 11
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Elm Street
5
Turn right onto Park Street
248 ft
·
7 sec
·
Park Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Park Street
198 ft
·
7 sec
·
Park Street
7
Continue on NY 56
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Pierrepont Avenue
8
Continue on NY 56
31 mi
·
47 min
·
State Highway 56
9
At end of road, turn left onto NY 3
15 mi
·
20 min
·
State Route 3
10
Continue on NY 3
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
11
Continue on NY 3
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Demars Boulevard
12
Continue on NY 3
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Lake Street
13
Turn left onto NY 3
282 ft
·
12 sec
·
Mill Street
14
Turn right onto NY 30
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Park Street
15
Turn left onto NY 30
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Wawbeek Avenue
16
Continue on NY 30
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Adirondack Trail
17
Continue on NY 30
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Moody Road
18
Continue on NY 30
18 mi
·
25 min
·
Adirondack Trail
19
Continue on NY 30
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lake Street
20
Continue on NY 30
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Adirondack Trail
21
At end of road, turn left onto NY 28N
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
State Highway 28N
22
Continue on NY 28N
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Newcomb Road
23
Continue on NY 28N
30 mi
·
41 min
·
State Highway 28N
24
Turn slight left onto CR 30
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
A P Morse Highway
25
Keep slight left at fork onto Donnelly Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Donnelly Road
26
Continue on CR 29
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 29
27
Continue on CR 19
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Olmstedville Road
28
Turn straight onto US 9
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 9
29
Turn left onto Valley Farm Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Valley Farm Road
30
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
31
Merge onto I 87
77 mi
·
1 hr 30 min
·
Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 87
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Use the slight right lane.
33
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 87
Exit 1W
Toward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
34
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
118 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
I 87
Toward I 87 South: New York
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
19 mi
·
24 min
·
New York State Thruway
36
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 7A
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
40
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Yonkers Avenue
41
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Nepperhan Avenue
42
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Broadway
Use the left lane.
43
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
Given the 7.5-hour estimated drive time, leaving early in the morning from Norwood is advisable to make good progress before potential afternoon traffic. With two recommended stops, you can break up the 345.8 miles into manageable segments, perhaps one around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you leave the major interstate sections, and factor in the $55 fuel cost. The longest stretch without a significant break is over 100 miles on I 87, so plan your refueling before that if needed.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172.9 miles from Norwood, NY, or about 4h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.6 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 76 miles or 1h 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.9 miles or 4h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 14m
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 Norwood, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Norwood, NY
This is one driving day of about 345.8 miles and 7h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Norwood, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 87 for about 118.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
173 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172.9 miles from Norwood, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 87 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118.6 miles.
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 215 decision points cluster between mile 197.6 and 345.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
197.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
|
I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
7
198.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m in
|
I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 87 South: New York
7
336.2 mi into trip
|
~7h 15m in
Take the exit toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 7A
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
7
344.4 mi into trip
|
~7h 26m in
Take the exit toward West Yonkers Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
7
345.7 mi into trip
|
~7h 29m in
|
US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$54.58 one way
$109.16 round trip
$4.01/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.48 | $61.01 | $122.01 |
| premium | $4.86 | $66.18 | $132.36 |
| diesel | $4.69 | $63.90 | $127.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.00
New York State Thruway
(20 mi)
$1.00
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
$55
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 121 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.7 | 1 | $36.31 | $16.60 |
| Efficient EV | 86.5 | 0 | $30.26 | $13.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 138.3 | 1 | $48.41 | $22.13 |
Gas CO2
121 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Evening in Yonkers on Sunday
Local time
5:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
13 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
7h 29m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
About 60% of this route utilizes highways, primarily I 87, also known as the Adirondack Northway. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 118.6 miles on I 87 before transitioning to surface roads like State Highway 56. Expect a mixed driving experience, with periods of faster highway cruising giving way to more local traffic and potentially more frequent intersections as you get closer to Yonkers.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
43 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118.6 mi on I 87.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 197.6 miles in near I 87.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 345.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 197.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 198.4 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 336.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Norwood, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
Albany
197.6 mi in
|
~4h 31m
|
via I 87
New York
197.6 mi in
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~4h 31m
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via I 87
Buffalo
197.6 mi in
|
~4h 31m
|
via I 87
About the Cities
Starting in Norwood, 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 7h 29m. Total distance: 345.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 29m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 118.6 miles on I 87. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.00 in tolls one way, starting with New York State 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 197.6 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 198.4 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 336.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 15.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Yonkers, NY before the return drive.
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, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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