Origin
Voorheesville, NY
Afternoon in Voorheesville on Sunday
Local time
12:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Voorheesville, NY to Yonkers, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
151.3 mi
244 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Voorheesville, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Yonkers, NY
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Planning a drive from Voorheesville, NY, to Yonkers, NY? This 151.3-mile trip typically takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes, making it a manageable one-day adventure. You'll primarily navigate the New York State Thruway, Saw Mill River Parkway, and River Road, with a highway share of 5%. Expect to spend around $25 on fuel. The route offers a turn-heavy local drive experience, so plan for frequent adjustments. Given its relatively short duration, this journey is well-suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
75.7 miles from Voorheesville, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 123.9 mi | 2h 25m |
| Saw Mill River Parkway | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| River Road | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Delmar Bypass | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Maple Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| New Scotland Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Elm Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Cherry Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
New York State Thruway
— 123.9 mi, about 2h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Voorheesville, NY and Yonkers, NY.
1
Start on CR 201
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on CR 306
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Voorheesville Avenue
3
Turn sharp left onto NY 85A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Maple Avenue
4
Continue on NY 85A
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Maple Road
5
Enter roundabout onto NY 85A
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Maple Road
6
Continue on NY 85A
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Maple Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto NY 85
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
New Scotland Road
8
Turn slight right onto Kenwood Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenwood Avenue
9
Turn right onto CR 52
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Cherry Avenue
10
Continue on CR 52
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elm Avenue
11
Turn left onto Delmar Bypass
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Delmar Bypass
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on US 9W; NY 32
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
US 9W NY 32
13
Continue on US 9W; NY 32
358 ft
·
10 sec
·
Route 9W
14
Turn right onto NY 32
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Corning Hill Road
15
At end of road, turn right onto NY 144
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
River Road
Use the right lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 90
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
18
Merge onto I 87
104 mi
·
1 hr 59 min
·
New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
19 mi
·
24 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 7A
Toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
Use 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 5
Toward West Yonkers Avenue
Use 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
For this 151.3-mile drive from Voorheesville to Yonkers, a single day is plenty of time, and you'll likely only need one planned stop. Aim to leave Voorheesville with a full tank, as the estimated fuel cost is $25. Since it's a turn-heavy route, pay close attention to navigation, especially when transitioning from the New York State Thruway to the Saw Mill River Parkway and River Road. The longest stretch is 123.9 miles, so consider taking a break before or after that segment to stay refreshed. The total duration is around 3 hours and 9 minutes, offering flexibility for when you depart.
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 75.7 miles from Voorheesville, NY, or about 1h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 123.9 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 33 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.7 miles or 1h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
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 Voorheesville, 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 Voorheesville, NY
This is one driving day of about 151.3 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Voorheesville, 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 New York State Thruway for about 123.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
76 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.7 miles from Voorheesville, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before New York State Thruway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 123.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 151.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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NY 85A / Maple Avenue
Turn sharp left onto NY 85A / Maple Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
11.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
NY 144 / River Road
At end of road, turn right onto NY 144 / River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
141.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m 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
150 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m 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
151.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 9m 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
$24.90 one way
$49.81 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $26.93 | $53.86 |
| premium | $4.92 | $29.32 | $58.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.41 | $66.81 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.19
New York State Thruway
(123.9 mi)
$6.19
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
$25
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.89 | $7.26 |
| Efficient EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.24 | $6.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.5 | 0 | $21.18 | $9.68 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Yonkers, NY
Afternoon in Yonkers on Sunday
Local time
12:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 6 to 12 mph
4% 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
34 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
3h 9m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive presents a turn-heavy local feel, meaning you'll be making frequent adjustments rather than settling into a long, monotonous highway stretch. While the New York State Thruway accounts for a significant portion of the journey, with the longest uninterrupted segment being 123.9 miles, the overall highway share is only 5%. As you progress, the character of the road shifts from the more open Thruway to the parkways and local roads, requiring more active navigation. This dynamic change keeps the driving engaging throughout the 151.3 miles.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 123.9 mi on New York State Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near NY 85A / Maple Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 151.3 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 0.3 miles (NY 85A / Maple Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 11.1 miles (NY 144 / River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 141.8 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.
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 Voorheesville, NY to Yonkers, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Saw Mill River Parkway South along the way.
Saw Mill River Parkway South
141.8 mi in
|
~2h 55m
About the Cities
Starting in Voorheesville, NY
Full guide →Arriving in Yonkers, NY
Full guide →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
- • Untermyer Park — public garden
- • Hudson River Museum — museum in Yonkers, N.Y.
- • Glenview Mansion — historic house in New York, United States
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 3h 9m. Total distance: 151.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 123.9 miles on New York State Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.19 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (NY 85A / Maple Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 11.1 miles (NY 144 / River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 141.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Yonkers, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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