This 363.8-mile journey from Ogdensburg to Yonkers, NY, is estimated to take about 7 hours and 20 minutes of driving time. It's a route that can realistically be completed in a single day, though you'll want to start early to make the most of it. The estimated fuel cost is around $60, and with two planned stops, you can break up the drive effectively. You'll spend about 26% of your time on highways, with the majority of the drive being a more turn-heavy local experience. This trip stays within the Northeast region, entirely within New York State.
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
181.9 miles from Ogdensburg, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
New York State Thruway
221.9 mi
4h 18m
State Highway 812
34 mi
40m
State Highway 12
22.8 mi
31m
Bea Luck Road
19.6 mi
23m
Indian River Road
16.1 mi
19m
US 11
11.5 mi
13m
Erwin Parkway
9.7 mi
11m
Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
10m
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 221.9 mi, about 4h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ogdensburg, NY and Yonkers, NY.
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Start on Franklin Street
364 ft·18 sec·Franklin Street
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Turn right onto Lafayette Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Lafayette Street
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Turn left onto NY 68
0.4 mi·58 sec·State Street
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Continue on NY 812
5.9 mi·6 min·State Highway 812
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Continue on NY 812
0.9 mi·58 sec·North State Street
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Continue on NY 812
11 mi·13 min·State Highway 812
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At end of road, turn right onto US 11; NY 812
11 mi·13 min·US 11; NY 812
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Turn left onto NY 58; NY 812
0.6 mi·40 sec·William Street
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Continue on NY 58; NY 812
5.5 mi·6 min·State Highway 58
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Turn right onto NY 812
2.1 mi·2 min·Balmat-Fowler Road
11
Continue on NY 812
7.9 mi·9 min·State Highway 812
12
At end of road, turn right onto NY 3; NY 812
0.3 mi·33 sec·State Highway 812
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Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.4 mi·59 sec·State Street
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Continue on NY 3; NY 812
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 3; NY 812
2.9 mi·4 min·State Route 3
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Turn left onto NY 812
5.7 mi·6 min·Indian River Road
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Continue on NY 812
10 mi·12 min·Indian River Road
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Continue on NY 812
0.8 mi·1 min·Main Street
19
Continue on NY 812
8.4 mi·10 min·State Highway 812
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Turn left onto East State Street
1.5 mi·3 min·East State Street
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Continue on Ross Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Ross Road
22
Turn left onto NY 12
20 mi·23 min·Bea Luck Road
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Continue on NY 12
0.8 mi·51 sec·State Highway 12
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Continue on NY 12
9.7 mi·11 min·Erwin Parkway
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Continue on NY 12
22 mi·30 min·State Highway 12
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
27
Merge onto NY 49
0.4 mi·26 sec·State Route 49
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Continue on I 790; NY 5
0.2 mi·13 sec·I 790; NY 5
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward Genesee Street South
30
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 90
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 90 East
32
Merge onto I 90
84 mi·1 hr 36 min·New York State Thruway
33
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·New York State Thruway
Toward I 87 South: New York, BostonUse the slight right lane.
34
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
19 mi·24 min·New York State Thruway
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi·1 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 7AToward Saw Mill River Parkway SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi·10 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 5Toward West Yonkers AvenueUse the slight right lane.
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Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Yonkers Avenue
40
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Nepperhan Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft·5 sec·South Broadway
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
To tackle this 363.8-mile trip from Ogdensburg to Yonkers efficiently, aim for an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic as you approach your destination. With a projected duration of 7 hours and 20 minutes and a fuel cost around $60, planning for two stops is a good idea to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition off the New York State Thruway, where the longest uninterrupted stretch is found. The 'turn-heavy local drive' nature suggests being mindful of posted speed limits and local road conditions.
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 181.9 miles from Ogdensburg, NY, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 221.9 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 181.9 miles or 3h 45m 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 6m
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 Ogdensburg, 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 Ogdensburg, NY
This is one driving day of about 363.8 miles and 7h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ogdensburg, 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 New York State Thruway for about 221.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 216.1 and 363.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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216.1 mi into trip|~4h 24m in|New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto New York State Thruway toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 South: New York, Boston
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353.3 mi into trip|~7h 5m in|I 87 / New York State Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 / New York State Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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354.3 mi into trip|~7h 6m 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
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362.5 mi into trip|~7h 18m 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
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363.8 mi into trip|~7h 20m 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
$58.85 one way
$117.71 round trip
$4.11/gal25.4 MPG avg127 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$63.87
$127.73
premium
$4.85
$69.44
$138.87
diesel
$4.80
$68.69
$137.38
Estimated Tolls: $11.09
New York State Thruway
(221.9 mi)$11.09
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
$59
Tolls
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$95–$120
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 127.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
109.1
1
$38.20
$17.46
Efficient EV
91
1
$31.83
$14.55
EV Truck/SUV
145.5
1
$50.93
$23.28
Gas CO2
127 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Ogdensburg, NY
Late night
in Ogdensburg on Monday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Clear
NW 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Late night
in Yonkers on Monday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
28 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
7h 20m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 363.8
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 363.8
For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Eur...
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 125.5
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...
15 mi from route
~37 min detour
Free
near mile 363.8
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 363.8
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
Free
near mile 363.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a driving experience that's more about navigating local roads than cruising on interstates, with a "turn-heavy local drive" profile. While 26% of the route utilizes highways, the longest uninterrupted stretch is a solid 221.9 miles on the New York State Thruway, offering a chance for faster progress. However, be prepared for transitions as you move between the efficiency of the Thruway and the more intricate network of State Highway 812 and State Highway 12. This mix means you'll be engaging with the road more actively throughout the nearly 7.5-hour drive.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 221.9 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 around 216.1 miles in near New York State Thruway.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 363.8 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 216.1 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 353.3 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 354.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,227 ft86 ft
Total Climb
1,587 ft
Total Descent
1,798 ft
Highest Point
1,227 ft
~103.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,142 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ogdensburg, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Genesee Street South and Boston.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 20m. Total distance: 363.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 20m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 221.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $11.09 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.
Yes — we found about 25 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 25 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 216.1 miles (New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 353.3 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 354.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Fort Stanwix National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.7 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.
