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Trip from Yonkers, NY to Cohocton, NY

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 54m

Distance

288.7 mi

465 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$48

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 41m ★
6 AM
5h 54m
8 AM
6h 20m
10 AM
6h 3m
12 PM
6h 1m
3 PM
6h 5m
5 PM
6h 19m
8 PM
5h 46m

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

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city in Westchester County, New York, United States

Yonkers, NY

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Downtown Cohocton, NY, NY

Cohocton, NY

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Trip Overview

This 288.7-mile drive from Yonkers, NY, to Cohocton, NY, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 54 minutes of pure travel time. Primarily utilizing Long Mountain Parkway and I-86, this route is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 92% of the journey on higher-speed roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $48, it's an economical option for a quick trip within New York State. The drive offers a straightforward path, making it a manageable day trip for those looking to cover ground efficiently.

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

144.4 miles from Yonkers, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Long Mountain Parkway 107.6 mi 2h 15m
I 86 100 mi 1h 56m
NY 17 33.7 mi 40m
New York State Thruway 16.6 mi 22m
Palisades Interstate Parkway 14.9 mi 17m
Genesee Expressway 10.6 mi 12m
Saw Mill River Road 1.4 mi 2m
Nepperhan Avenue 1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Long Mountain Parkway — 107.6 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Cohocton, NY.

1

Start on US 9; NY 9A

181 ft · 11 sec · South Broadway
2

Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 48 sec · Nepperhan Avenue
3

Keep slight left at fork onto Nepperhan Avenue

0.5 mi · 56 sec · Nepperhan Avenue
4

Turn right onto NY 9A

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Ashburton Avenue
5

Turn left onto NY 9A

1.4 mi · 2 min · Saw Mill River Road
Use the left lane.
6

Continue on Tuckahoe Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Tuckahoe Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward I 87 North
8

Merge onto I 87

17 mi · 22 min · New York State Thruway
Use the slight right lane.
9

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 13N Toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto Palisades Interstate Parkway

15 mi · 17 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Exit 18 Toward I-87: US 6 West, NY 17, New York State Thruway
12

Enter roundabout onto US 6

375 ft · 5 sec · Long Mountain Parkway
13

Continue on US 6

108 mi · 2 hr 14 min · Long Mountain Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on NY 17

34 mi · 40 min · NY 17
15

Keep slight left at fork onto I 86; NY 17

100 mi · 1 hr 56 min · I 86; NY 17
Toward I 86: Corning
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 390

11 mi · 12 min · Genesee Expressway
Toward I 390: Rochester
17

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Exit 2 Toward Cohocton, Naples
18

Turn right onto Cohocton Loon Lake Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Cohocton Loon Lake Road
19

At end of road, turn left onto NY 415

451 ft · 9 sec · Maple Avenue
20

Arrive at destination

NY 415

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 54-minute duration, starting your 288.7-mile journey from Yonkers early in the morning will allow ample time to reach Cohocton without feeling rushed. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for additional breaks as needed, especially during the longest stretch of 107.6 miles on Long Mountain Parkway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $48, and services can be spaced out on highway segments. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, but consider that the significant highway share means you'll want to ensure you're comfortable with sustained driving.

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 144.4 miles from Yonkers, NY, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.6 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 64 miles or 1h 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 144.4 miles or 3h 4m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 52m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cohocton, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, NY

This is one driving day of about 288.7 miles and 5h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Yonkers, 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 Long Mountain Parkway for about 107.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Poughkeepsie, NY

144 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

Ramapo, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vestal, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 144.4 miles from Yonkers, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Long Mountain Parkway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 107.6 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $50

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $30 to $50

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Sayola Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 4–10 pm

+12018712182

Visit website

The Good Witch Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10

Hastings-On-Hudson, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+19149204077

Visit website

Mandy Bean Specialty Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+19149991010

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 41.2

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 41.2

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18774943833

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 41.2

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 61.9

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Lynkwell Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 61.9

Middletown, NY

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 82.5

Monticello, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 185.6

Vestal, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 41.2

Harriman, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Wave Hill Public Garden & Cultural Center

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 10 am–5:30 pm

+17185493200

Visit website

Seton Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Ewen Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Isham Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

African Art Museum of the SMA

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Tenafly, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12018948611

Visit website

Escape Room NJ

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Englewood, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–1 pm

+12018151784

Visit website

Englewood Picnic Area

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+12017681360

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 287.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Nepperhan Avenue

Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

6
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road

Turn left onto NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
20 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 13N Toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain
6
35.5 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the exit toward I-87: US 6 West, NY 17, New York State Thruway

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

Exit 18 Toward I-87: US 6 West, NY 17, New York State T...
6
287.9 mi into trip | ~5h 52m in

Take the exit toward Cohocton, Naples

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

Exit 2 Toward Cohocton, Naples

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$47.52 one way

$95.04 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 101 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $51.39 $102.77
premium $4.92 $55.96 $111.91
diesel $5.61 $63.74 $127.48

Estimated Tolls: $0.83

New York State Thruway (16.6 mi) $0.83

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

$48

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$73–$98

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 101 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 86.6 1 $30.31 $13.86
Efficient EV 72.2 0 $25.26 $11.55
EV Truck/SUV 115.5 1 $40.42 $18.48

Gas CO2

101 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 17, 2026

Origin

Yonkers, NY

Late night in Yonkers on Sunday

Local time

12:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

W 6 to 9 mph 18% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 8:18PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY

Destination

Cohocton, NY

Late night in Cohocton on Sunday

Local time

12:17 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Chance Rain Showers

W 6 mph 30% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 8:18PM EDT until April 17 at 8:00AM 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

14 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

5h 54m 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.

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...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free
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...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour Free
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...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free
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...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour Free
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...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free
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...

17 mi from route ~41 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 288.7-mile journey, with 92% of the drive on faster roads like Long Mountain Parkway and I-86. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 107.6 miles on Long Mountain Parkway, which means fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops during that segment. The character of the road is largely consistent, prioritizing efficient travel over winding scenic detours. This profile suggests a steady pace for the majority of the 5-hour and 54-minute trip.

92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.6 mi on Long Mountain Parkway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Mountain Parkway and I 86. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Nepperhan 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 288.7 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: near the start (Nepperhan Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles (NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Yonkers, NY and Cohocton, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain and New York State Thruway.

Palisades Parkway North

20 mi in | ~28m

Bear Mountain

20 mi in | ~28m

New York State Thruway

35.5 mi in | ~47m

About the Cities

Starting 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 5h 54m. Total distance: 288.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 107.6 miles on Long Mountain Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.83 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 Cohocton, 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: near the start (Nepperhan Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles (NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Cohocton, NY before the return drive.

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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