Driving from Patterson to New York City is a straightforward 66.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 41 minutes. Because this trip is well within a single day’s reach, you can easily complete it in one go without needing an overnight stay. You will spend roughly 91% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing I-684, the Saw Mill River Parkway, and the Henry Hudson Parkway. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical trip within the Northeast. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, this route offers a direct path that minimizes travel time and complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.5 miles from Patterson, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Saw Mill River Parkway
29.4 mi
40m
Henry Hudson Parkway
10.9 mi
16m
I 684
10.7 mi
12m
State Highway 22
9.1 mi
14m
12th Avenue
1.8 mi
5m
West Street
1.8 mi
5m
West Side Highway
0.8 mi
1m
State Highway 311
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Saw Mill River Parkway
— 29.4 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Patterson, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on NY 311
0.8 mi·1 min·State Highway 311
2
At end of road, turn right onto NY 22
9.1 mi·14 min·State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on I 684
11 mi·12 min·I 684
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 5Toward NY 117: Saw Mill ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
5
Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway
29 mi·40 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on HH
0.4 mi·32 sec·Henry Hudson Parkway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto HH
11 mi·16 min·Henry Hudson Parkway
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on NY 9A
0.8 mi·1 min·West Side Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on NY 9A
1.8 mi·5 min·12th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on NY 9A
0.4 mi·1 min·11th Avenue
11
Continue on NY 9A
1.8 mi·5 min·West Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn left onto Chambers Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Chambers Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto Church Street
458 ft·25 sec·Church Street
14
Turn right onto Duane Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·Duane Street
15
Turn right onto Broadway
379 ft·18 sec·Broadway
16
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no required stops, you have the flexibility to plan your departure time based on your own schedule. Keep in mind that traffic patterns on these major parkways can shift significantly throughout the day, so check real-time conditions before you head out. With a total duration of under two hours, you likely won't need to plan for lengthy rest breaks, allowing you to drive straight through if you prefer. Because the route relies heavily on parkways, remember that commercial vehicles are often restricted on these roads, so ensure your vehicle is compliant before hitting the pavement. Taking advantage of the morning or mid-day hours is often the best strategy to maintain a smooth pace for the duration of the 66.9-mile drive.
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 33.5 miles from Patterson, NY, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 29.4 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 15 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.5 miles or 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 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New York City, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Patterson, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Patterson, NY
This is one driving day of about 66.9 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Patterson, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Saw Mill River Parkway for about 29.4 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 66.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.8 mi into trip|~1m in|NY 22 / State Highway 22
At end of road, turn right onto NY 22 / State Highway 22
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
20.6 mi into trip|~28m in
Take the exit toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
7
51 mi into trip|~1h 9m in|HH / Henry Hudson Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto HH / Henry Hudson Parkway toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Henry Hudson Parkway South
5
66.3 mi into trip|~1h 39m in|Chambers Street
Turn left onto Chambers Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
66.7 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|Duane Street
Turn right onto Duane Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.02 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$11.91
$23.82
premium
$4.92
$12.97
$25.93
diesel
$5.61
$14.77
$29.54
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.1
0
$7.02
$3.21
Efficient EV
16.7
0
$5.85
$2.68
EV Truck/SUV
26.8
0
$9.37
$4.28
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Patterson, NY
Morning
in Patterson on Sunday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New York City, NY
Morning
in New York City on Sunday
Local time
6:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
E 6 to 14 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
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
18 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 41m 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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely exploration, keeping you moving quickly toward your destination. You will spend your time navigating a mix of interstate and parkway segments, with the longest continuous stretch being a 29.4-mile run along the Saw Mill River Parkway. Expect a consistent, fast-paced experience as you transition from the more open stretches of I-684 into the parkway system. While the road personality is largely defined by high-speed transit, the shift in scenery as you approach the city provides a clear transition from the upstate environment to the urban landscape. It is a functional, no-nonsense route that prioritizes getting you to your destination as reliably as possible.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.4 mi on Saw Mill River Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Saw Mill River Parkway and Henry Hudson Parkway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near NY 22 / State Highway 22.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.8 miles (NY 22 / State Highway 22): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51 miles (HH / Henry Hudson Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
678 ft7 ft
Total Climb
529 ft
Total Descent
939 ft
Highest Point
678 ft
~5.6 mi in
Elevation Range
671 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Patterson, NY to New York City, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Henry Hudson Parkway South along the way.
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
This is an easy same-day round trip, clocking in at just 66.9 miles and 1 hour 41 minutes each way. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, making it efficient for a quick getaway.
Family Friendly
With a manageable 66.9 miles and just over 1.5 hours of driving, this route is short enough for kids. The mostly flat terrain and clear highway focus (91%) should make navigation straightforward.
Solo Traveler
At only 66.9 miles and 1 hour 41 minutes, this drive is well within the comfortable distance for a solo traveler. The highway-focused nature means minimal distractions and a straightforward journey.
First-Time Driver
This 66.9-mile drive is a good option for new drivers, as 91% of it is highway and the total time is under 2 hours. The complexity is rated 6/10, which is manageable, and the mostly flat terrain adds to the ease.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.4 miles on Saw Mill River Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 New York City, 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 0.8 miles (NY 22 / State Highway 22): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 51 miles (HH / Henry Hudson Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 New York City, NY before heading back.
