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Trip from Pawling, NY to Jamaica, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 35m

Distance

68.4 mi

110 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m

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

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Downtown Pawling, NY, NY

Pawling, NY

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neighborhood of Queens, New York City, United States

Jamaica, NY

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Trip Overview

This 68.4-mile drive from Pawling, NY, to Jamaica, NY, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 35 minutes. With 94% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficiency, making it an ideal day trip. You'll be traveling within New York for the entirety of this Northeast-bound trip. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, which is quite manageable for a drive of this length. Expect a practical, no-frills experience where the focus is on getting you to your destination smoothly and quickly.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

34.2 miles from Pawling, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 684 27.4 mi 32m
Hutchinson River Parkway 15.9 mi 23m
State Highway 22 12 mi 18m
Van Wyck Expressway 4.3 mi 6m
Whitestone Expressway 2.3 mi 3m
Bronx-Whitestone Bridge 1.3 mi 2m
Hutchinson River Expressway 1.2 mi 1m
Van Wyck Expressway West 0.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 684 — 27.4 mi, about 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pawling, NY and Jamaica, NY.

1

Start on West Main Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
2

Turn right onto NY 22; NY 55

12 mi · 18 min · State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Continue on I 684

27 mi · 32 min · I 684
4

Keep slight left at fork

1.5 mi · 2 min
Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City Use the straight lane.
5

Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway

7.7 mi · 10 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway

8.2 mi · 12 min · Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Continue on I 678

1.2 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway
8

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge
9

Continue on I 678

2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitestone Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678

4.3 mi · 6 min · Van Wyck Expressway
Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport Use the slight left lane.
11

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue Use the right lane.
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec
Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West

0.9 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway West
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Turn left onto Liberty Avenue

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Liberty Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
15

Turn right onto Inwood Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Inwood Street
16

Turn right onto Tuskegee Airmen Way

56 ft · 2 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way
17

Arrive at destination

Tuskegee Airmen Way

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 35 minutes, this drive offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, but leaving Pawling, NY, earlier in the day, especially on a weekday, might help you avoid potential congestion as you approach the New York City metropolitan area. With no planned stops, consider fueling up before you leave Pawling to ensure you have enough gas for the 68.4-mile journey. The longest stretch on I 684 is a good opportunity to settle in, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach your destination.

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 34.2 miles from Pawling, NY, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.4 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 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 34.2 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 Jamaica, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Pawling, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pawling, NY

This is one driving day of about 68.4 miles and 1h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Pawling, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 684 for about 27.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

county seat of Westchester County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

White Plains, NY

34 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

Brewster, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

White Plains, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Pawling, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Armonk, New York

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset · 48min in / 48min to go 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $50 to $10

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142736900

Visit website

Putnam Diner & Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Patterson, New York

1.1 mi

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Flushing, New York

1.8 mi

Best coffee break · final third

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 27min to go 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Gavi Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $50 to $10

Armonk, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142736900

Visit website

Putnam Diner & Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Patterson, New York

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+18458788000

Visit website

Hainan

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Flushing, New York

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19175637223

Visit website

The Arch Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $100 or ab

Brewster, New York

Hours: 5–10 pm

+18452795011

Visit website

La Patrona Mexican Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Brewster, New York

Hours: 11 am–10:30 pm

+18452774140

Visit website

Rraci's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $100 or ab

Brewster, New York

Hours: 5–10:30 pm

+18452786695

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Nangma Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30

Elmhurst, New York

Hours: 11 am–11 pm

+13477306117

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Goldens Bridge, New York

+18336322778

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

EVgo Charging Station

2.6 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour

Rye, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

First break 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Danbury, Connecticut

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Brewster, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18452787174

Visit website

Evoke Charging Station

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Rye, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18134925220

Visit website

Kensico Dam Plaza

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Valhalla, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+19142314033

Visit website

Cranberry Lake Preserve

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

West Harrison, New York

Hours: 9:30 am–4 pm

+19144281005

Visit website

Bounce N Play

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Astoria, New York

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+17187777529

Visit website

Highland Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

Brooklyn, New York

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 40.3 and 67 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
40.3 mi into trip | ~52m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City

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

Use the straight lane. Exit 1 Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
7
49.5 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | Hutchinson River Parkway

Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Whitestone Bridge
7
62.5 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport
8
66.8 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Take the exit toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlanti...
9
67 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.26 one way

$22.52 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $12.17 $24.35
premium $4.92 $13.26 $26.51
diesel $5.61 $15.10 $30.20

Estimated Tolls: $6.55

Whitestone 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

$11

Tolls

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.5 0 $7.18 $3.28
Efficient EV 17.1 0 $5.99 $2.74
EV Truck/SUV 27.4 0 $9.58 $4.38

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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

Pawling, NY

Morning in Pawling on Tuesday

Local time

9:54 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jamaica, NY

Morning in Jamaica on Tuesday

Local time

9:54 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Mostly Sunny

SW 6 to 12 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

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

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

24 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 35m 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...

6 mi from route ~15 min detour Free near mile 59
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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 59
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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 63.7
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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free near mile 63.7
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

National Monument

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...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour Free near mile 66.1
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...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour Free near mile 63.7
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route emphasizes speed and directness, with 94% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 684, where the longest uninterrupted stretch spans 27.4 miles. The drive begins on State Highway 22 before transitioning to the more expansive I 684 and then the Hutchinson River Parkway. While not a scenic tour, the consistent highway nature means you can maintain a steady pace for most of the trip.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.4 mi on I 684.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and Hutchinson River Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.3 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 40.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.5 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.5 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

On the drive from Pawling, NY to Jamaica, NY, road signs begin pointing toward New York City along the way.

New York City

40.3 mi in | ~52m

About the Cities

Arriving in Jamaica, NY

Full guide →

Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.

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 35m. Total distance: 68.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27.4 miles on I 684. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $6.55 in tolls one way, starting with Whitestone 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 Jamaica, 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 40.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.5 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62.5 miles (I 678 / Van Wyck Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and African Burial Ground 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 Jamaica, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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