Union, NY to White Plains, NY is 223 miles and takes about 4 hours 44 minutes via NY 17, State Highway 8, and Palisades Interstate Parkway, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, traveling entirely within New York State. You'll spend most of your time on highways, making it a straightforward drive. With a recommended one-day duration and a manageable distance, this route is a good option for a direct trip between these two points.
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
111.6 miles from Union, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
NY 17
104.7 mi
2h 10m
State Highway 8
36.8 mi
41m
Palisades Interstate Parkway
15.1 mi
17m
County Road 16
11.8 mi
16m
New York State Thruway
9.2 mi
12m
State Route 80
8.8 mi
12m
Rexford Street
8.3 mi
9m
US 6
7.1 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 104.7 mi, about 2h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union, NY and White Plains, NY.
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Start on Kiley Road
73 ft·4 sec·Kiley Road
2
Turn right onto CR 46
0.7 mi·1 min·Delphi Road
3
Turn right onto NY 13
1.4 mi·1 min·Rippleton Road
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Continue on NY 13
0.2 mi·25 sec·State Route 13
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Turn left onto NY 13; NY 80
0.5 mi·1 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 13; NY 80
1.1 mi·1 min·McKinley Street
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Continue on NY 13; NY 80
1.9 mi·2 min·State Route 13
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Continue on NY 80
6.1 mi·8 min·State Route 80
9
Continue on NY 26; NY 80
2.7 mi·3 min·State Route 80
10
Continue on NY 26; NY 80
2.2 mi·3 min·State Highway 26
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Turn left onto CR 16
12 mi·16 min·County Road 16
12
Turn left onto NY 23
1.2 mi·1 min·NY 23
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Turn left onto CR 44
2.8 mi·3 min·County Road 44
14
Turn right onto NY 12
1.2 mi·1 min·State Highway 12
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Continue on NY 12
0.6 mi·1 min·North Broad Street
16
Turn left onto NY 23
8.3 mi·9 min·Rexford Street
17
Turn right onto NY 8
18 mi·20 min·State Highway 8
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Continue on NY 8
0.4 mi·29 sec·Airport Road
19
Continue on NY 8
19 mi·21 min·State Highway 8
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Continue on NY 8; NY 10
0.3 mi·18 sec·Oak Street
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Continue on NY 8; NY 10
0.4 mi·44 sec·State Highway 10
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward NY 17 East
23
Merge onto NY 17
105 mi·2 hr 10 min·NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit onto US 6
7.1 mi·9 min·US 6
Exit 130AToward US 6: Bear Mountain
25
Enter roundabout
346 ft·4 sec
Exit 18Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
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Continue
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 18Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
27
Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
15 mi·17 min·Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
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.
29
Merge onto I 87; I 287
9.2 mi·12 min·New York State Thruway
30
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287
4.1 mi·5 min·Cross Westchester Expressway
Exit 8Toward I 287 East: White Plains, RyeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 6Toward NY 22: North White PlainsUse the slight right lane.
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Turn right onto NY 22
0.9 mi·1 min·North Broadway
Use the straight / right lanes.
33
Turn left onto NY 119
97 ft·1 sec·Main Street
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Arrive at destination
NY 119
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4 hour 44 minute drive, consider leaving Union, NY in the morning to avoid heavier traffic later in the day. The longest stretch without a major break is 104.7 miles on NY 17, so plan a stop before or after this section. With a fuel cost estimated at $36, it's wise to fill up before you leave or at a station along NY 17. Since this is a one-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your timing based on conditions.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 111.6 miles from Union, NY, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.7 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 49 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 111.6 miles or 2h 22m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near White Plains, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Union, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Union, NY
This is one driving day of about 223.2 miles and 4h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Union, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 104.7 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 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 80.6 and 222.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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80.6 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward NY 17 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward NY 17 East
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192.6 mi into trip|~4h 4m in
Enter roundabout toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Exit 18
Toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South
8
208.3 mi into trip|~4h 23m 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...
9
218 mi into trip|~4h 36m in|I 287 / Cross Westchester Expressway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 287 / Cross Westchester Expressway toward I 287 East: White Plains, Rye
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8
Toward I 287 East: White Plains, Rye
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222.1 mi into trip|~4h 42m in
Take the exit toward NY 22: North White Plains
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward NY 22: North White Plains
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.11 one way
$72.21 round trip
$4.11/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$39.18
$78.37
premium
$4.85
$42.60
$85.20
diesel
$4.80
$42.14
$84.29
Estimated Tolls: $0.46
New York State Thruway
(9.2 mi)$0.46
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
$36
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67
0
$23.44
$10.71
Efficient EV
55.8
0
$19.53
$8.93
EV Truck/SUV
89.3
1
$31.25
$14.28
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Union, NY
Morning
in Union on Monday
Local time
7:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Patchy Smoke
W 12 mph100% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 3:57PM EDT until July 18 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 3:57PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Destination
White Plains, NY
Morning
in White Plains on Monday
Local time
7:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Patchy Smoke
S 10 mph94% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 18 at 3:57PM EDT until July 18 at 4:45PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued July 18 at 3:57PM EDT until July 19 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
56°F
New Berlin, NY
112 mi in
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
5 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
4h 44m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
18 mi from route
~46 min detour
Free
near mile 215.5
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
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...
18 mi from route
~44 min detour
Free
near mile 215.5
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...
24 mi from route
~60 min detour
Free
near mile 215.5
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...
25 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
near mile 215.5
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...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 215.5
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...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
Free
near mile 215.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 82% of the route on faster roads. You'll experience a long stretch of 104.7 miles on NY 17 before transitioning to other roads. Expect a section with frequent exits and merges as you approach the more populated areas closer to White Plains. The transition from State Highway 8 to the Palisades Interstate Parkway offers a change in scenery before reaching your destination.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.7 mi on NY 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 80.6 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 223.2 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 80.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 192.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 208.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,745 ft217 ft
Total Climb
1,501 ft
Total Descent
2,544 ft
Highest Point
1,745 ft
~127.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,528 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Union, NY and White Plains, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Interstate Parkway South and New York State Thruway South.
White Plains is a city of 60,000 people (2020) in Westchester County, New York. White Plains has several locations listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It also does well-run Saint Patrick's Day parade and New Year's celebrations. The library is top notch. Liberty Park is also worth a visit.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 44m. Total distance: 223.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104.7 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.46 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 5 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 White Plains, 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 5 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 80.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 192.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 208.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at White Plains, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
