Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 18m
Distance
158.4 mi
255 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yonkers, NY
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Cropseyville, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
This 158.4-mile drive from Yonkers to Cropseyville, NY, will take approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes. Primarily utilizing the New York State Thruway and I-787, it's a manageable one-day trip, especially considering the estimated fuel cost of $26. The route offers a blend of highway travel and local roads, making it a more engaging journey than a pure interstate experience. It's a straightforward drive through New York, suitable for a single day's adventure without the need for an overnight stop. You'll encounter one main stop along the way, allowing for a well-paced trip.
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
79.2 miles from Yonkers, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New York State Thruway | 137.7 mi | 2h 43m |
| I 787 | 11.3 mi | 17m |
| Hoosick Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Brick Church Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Saw Mill River Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Nepperhan Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Tuckahoe Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| State Highway 2 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Yonkers, NY and Cropseyville, NY.
Start on US 9; NY 9A
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto Nepperhan Avenue
Turn right onto NY 9A
Turn left onto NY 9A
Continue on Tuckahoe Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 87
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87
Take the exit
Continue on I 787
Keep slight right at fork onto I 787
Continue on NY 7
Take the exit
Turn slight right onto NY 278
At end of road, turn left onto NY 2
Continue on NY 2
Turn left onto Bulson Road
Arrive at destination
Given the 3-hour and 18-minute duration, departing Yonkers in the morning will comfortably get you to Cropseyville within the same day. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 137.7 miles on the New York State Thruway, so plan for your single recommended stop around the midway point or a bit later to break up this longer segment. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $26 for the 158.4-mile journey. The "turn-heavy local drive" aspect means paying close attention to navigation, especially as you near your destination.
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 35 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 79.2 miles or 1h 38m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cropseyville, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Yonkers, 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 Yonkers, NY
This is one driving day of about 158.4 miles and 3h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 79.2 miles from Yonkers, 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 137.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 150.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn sharp right onto Nepperhan Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn left onto NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 87 / New York State Thruway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 787, US 9W: Albany, Troy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto I 787 toward NY 7 East: Troy, Bennington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$26.07 one way
$52.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $28.19 | $56.39 |
| premium | $4.92 | $30.70 | $61.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.97 | $69.95 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.89
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
$26
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 47.5 | 0 | $16.63 | $7.60 |
| Efficient EV | 39.6 | 0 | $13.86 | $6.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.18 | $10.14 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (65% 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
Late night in Yonkers on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Cropseyville on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
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
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.
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" with a highway share of about 7%. While the majority of your travel, a significant 137.7 miles, will be on the New York State Thruway, the overall profile suggests a shift towards more local roads as you approach Cropseyville. This means the drive will likely transition from faster highway speeds to a more winding, perhaps less direct, experience. Be prepared for a varied driving experience that includes both open highway stretches and more intricate local routes. The character of the road changes as you progress through the state.
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 early in the drive near Nepperhan Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 158.4 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 29.2 miles (I 87 / New York State Thruway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Yonkers, NY and Cropseyville, NY, road signs point toward Troy and Bennington.
Troy
Bennington
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 3h 18m. Total distance: 158.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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