Yossies Cafe & Restaurant
Later in the drive, short detour
Monroe, New York
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Visit websiteCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
201.8 mi
325 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Plymouth, NY
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Yonkers, NY
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This 185-mile journey from Plymouth, NY to Yonkers, NY is designed as a single-day adventure, taking approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of $30, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. You'll primarily navigate local roads, including County Road 44 and Highway 12, with no highway driving, making it a more engaging, turn-heavy experience. This route is perfect for those who prefer a more involved drive over a fast-paced interstate cruise and offers a straightforward, manageable trip within the Northeast region.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
100.9 miles from Plymouth, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 3m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 104.7 mi | 2h 10m |
| State Highway 8 | 36.8 mi | 41m |
| Palisades Interstate Parkway | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| New York State Thruway | 10.2 mi | 13m |
| Rexford Street | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| US 6 | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| County Road 44 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Plymouth, NY and Yonkers, NY.
Start on CR 16
Turn left onto NY 23
Turn left onto CR 44
Turn right onto NY 12
Continue on NY 12
Turn left onto NY 23
Turn right onto NY 8
Continue on NY 8
Continue on NY 8
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
Take the exit
Merge onto NY 17
Take the exit onto US 6
Enter roundabout
Continue
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
Take the exit
Merge onto I 87; I 287
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
Take the exit
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
Take the exit
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
Arrive at destination
For this 185-mile drive, consider departing early in the morning to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach Yonkers. With a duration of just over 3.5 hours and a single recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility. The $30 fuel cost suggests efficient travel, but always keep an eye on your gauge, particularly when transitioning between County Road 44 and Highway 12. Since it's a local, turn-heavy route, staying focused on navigation will be key to a smooth 3-hour journey.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 44 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.9 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yonkers, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Plymouth, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Plymouth, NY
This is one driving day of about 201.8 miles and 4h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
101 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.
A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 100.9 miles from Plymouth, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Best meal stop · final third
Monroe, New York
Later in the drive, short detour
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Tombolinos Restaurant
Yonkers, New York
Later in the drive, short detour
Monroe, New York
Hours: 8 am–1 pm
+18457830901
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Yonkers, New York
Hours: 12–10 pm
+19142371266
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Tenafly, New Jersey
Hours: 4–10 pm
+12018712182
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Hastings-On-Hudson, New York
Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm
+19149204077
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Yonkers, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+19149991010
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Middletown, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Central Valley, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887800062
Visit websiteAround the midpoint, short detour
Monticello, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18777983752
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Central Valley, New York
Hours: 8 am–10 pm
+18777983752
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Garnerville, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
Visit websiteLater in the drive, right off the route
Harriman, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18887584389
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Stony Point, New York
Hours: Open 24 hours
+18336322778
Visit websiteLater in the drive, short detour
Central Valley, New York
Hours: 7 am–8 pm
+18774943833
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm
+17185493200
Visit websiteNear the end, short detour
Bronx, New York
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Bronx, NY
Hours: 6 am–10 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
New York, NY
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
New York, New York
Hours: 6 am–1 pm
+12126399675
Visit websiteNear the end, ~9 min detour
Tenafly, New Jersey
Hours: 8 am–5 pm
+12018948611
Visit websiteNear the end, ~12 min detour
Englewood, New Jersey
Hours: 10 am–1 pm
+12018151784
Visit websiteNear the end, ~11 min detour
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Hours: 8 am–6 pm
+12017681360
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
5 decision points cluster between mile 53.9 and 201.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward NY 17 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward West Yonkers Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A / South Broadway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$35.32 one way
$70.65 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.82 | $38.28 | $76.56 |
| premium | $5.23 | $41.55 | $83.10 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $49.86 | $99.72 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.51
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
$35
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.19 | $9.69 |
| Efficient EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.66 | $8.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.7 | 1 | $28.25 | $12.92 |
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Plymouth on Friday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Yonkers on Friday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Sunny
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 185-mile trip, as indicated by the 0% highway share. This means you'll be constantly engaging with the road, making frequent adjustments rather than cruising on autopilot. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but given the profile, anticipate a continuous series of turns and local road conditions. You'll be on roads like County Road 44 and Highway 12, which will likely offer a more intimate connection with the landscape as you progress toward Yonkers.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and State Highway 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 53.9 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 201.8 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 53.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 181.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 192.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Gently rolling terrain
Total Climb
1,505 ft
Total Descent
2,673 ft
Highest Point
1,743 ft
~100.9 mi in
Elevation Range
1,743 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Plymouth, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South, White Plains and New York State Thruway South.
Palisades Interstate Parkway South
White Plains
New York State Thruway South
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 201.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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