Sparrow Bush, NY to Yonkers, NY is 79.4 miles and takes about 1h 42m via US 6 and Palisades Interstate Parkway, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within New York, making it a convenient same-day trip. You'll primarily be on major roadways, so expect a straightforward journey. Consider this route if you need to get between these points efficiently without a lot of fuss. The relatively short distance and duration mean you can easily fit this into your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.7 miles from Sparrow Bush, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 6
19.8 mi
24m
Palisades Interstate Parkway
15.1 mi
17m
I 84
14 mi
16m
New York State Thruway
10.2 mi
13m
Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi
10m
NY 42
3.9 mi
5m
Route 17M
3.7 mi
5m
Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 6
— 19.8 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sparrow Bush, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on Upper Brook Road
29 ft·4 sec·Upper Brook Road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi·50 sec·Main Street
3
Continue on Main Street
242 ft·15 sec·Main Street
4
Turn left onto NY 42; NY 97
3.9 mi·5 min·NY 42; NY 97
5
Turn right onto CR 15
0.3 mi·30 sec·CR 15
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
7
Merge onto I 84
14 mi·16 min·I 84
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 15AToward US 6 East, NY 17M East: Goshen
9
Turn straight onto US 6; NY 17M
394 ft·6 sec·Route 17M
10
Continue on US 6; NY 17M
0.6 mi·52 sec·Grand Army of the Republic Highway
11
Continue on US 6; NY 17M
3.6 mi·5 min·Route 17M
12
Take the ramp onto US 6; NY 17M
0.3 mi·25 sec·US 6; NY 17M
13
Merge onto US 6; NY 17; NY 17M
12 mi·14 min·US 6; NY 17; NY 17M
14
Take the exit onto US 6
7.1 mi·9 min·US 6
Exit 130AToward US 6: Bear Mountain
15
Enter roundabout
346 ft·4 sec
Exit 18Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
16
Continue
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 18Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
17
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
15 mi·17 min·Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 9EToward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway SouthUse the right lane.
19
Merge onto I 87; I 287
9.2 mi·12 min·New York State Thruway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
1.0 mi·1 min·New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 7AToward Saw Mill River Parkway SouthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi·10 min·Saw Mill River Parkway
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
Exit 5Toward West Yonkers AvenueUse the slight right lane.
24
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·Yonkers Avenue
25
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
0.5 mi·57 sec·Nepperhan Avenue
26
Turn sharp left onto US 9; NY 9A
229 ft·5 sec·South Broadway
Use the left lane.
27
Arrive at destination
US 9; NY 9A
Trip Plan
With a duration of just over 1.5 hours, this is a flexible trip that doesn't require extensive planning. You can easily depart anytime, but leaving in the morning or early afternoon will give you plenty of daylight. Given the short distance, you likely won't need many stops, but there are opportunities for fuel and rest along the main roads. Keep an eye out for the transition onto the Palisades Interstate Parkway, as it offers a different driving feel compared to the other highways.
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 39.7 miles from Sparrow Bush, NY, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.8 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.7 miles or 50m 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 26m
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 Sparrow Bush, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sparrow Bush, NY
This is one driving day of about 79.4 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Sparrow Bush, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 6 for about 19.8 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.8 and 79.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
18.8 mi into trip|~24m in
Take the exit toward US 6 East, NY 17M East: Goshen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 15A
Toward US 6 East, NY 17M East: Goshen
8
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
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
Use the right lane.
Exit 9E
Toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, W...
7
69.8 mi into trip|~1h 29m 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
78.1 mi into trip|~1h 40m 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
79.3 mi into trip|~1h 42m 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
$13.07 one way
$26.14 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$14.13
$28.27
premium
$4.92
$15.39
$30.78
diesel
$5.61
$17.53
$35.06
Estimated Tolls: $0.51
New York State Thruway
(10.2 mi)$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
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.8
0
$8.34
$3.81
Efficient EV
19.9
0
$6.95
$3.18
EV Truck/SUV
31.8
0
$11.12
$5.08
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Sparrow Bush, NY
Late night
in Sparrow Bush on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Late night
in Yonkers on Sunday
Local time
3:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
4 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
1h 42m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 79.4
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 79.4
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 79.4
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 79.4
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 79.4
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...
17 mi from route
~41 min detour
Free
near mile 79.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 81% of the journey taking place on major roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 19.8 miles on US 6, offering a sustained period on this primary artery. The route utilizes a mix of highways, including US 6, I-84, and the Palisades Interstate Parkway, suggesting a generally fast-paced travel experience. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of the trip, with minimal deviations onto slower local roads.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.8 mi on US 6.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 6 and Palisades Interstate Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.8 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.4 miles you will encounter 17 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 18.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.8 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.
Between Sparrow Bush, NY and Yonkers, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South, White Plains, New York State Thruway South and Saw Mill River Parkway South.
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 1h 42m. Total distance: 79.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.8 miles on US 6. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.51 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.
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.
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 18.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 69.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall 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 Yonkers, NY before heading back.
