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Trip from Yonkers, NY to Willet, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 22m

Distance

204.7 mi

329 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 9m ★
6 AM
4h 23m
8 AM
4h 49m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 29m
3 PM
4h 33m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 15m

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 Willet, NY, NY

Willet, NY

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Trip Overview

This 204.7-mile drive from Yonkers, NY to Willet, NY is a solid day trip, estimated to take about 4 hours and 22 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 89% of the journey on major roadways like Long Mountain Parkway, NY 17, and the New York State Thruway. With an estimated fuel cost of $34, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion. You'll be traveling within the Northeast region for the entire trip, staying within New York State. This drive offers a straightforward path, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B 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

102.3 miles from Yonkers, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 11m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Long Mountain Parkway 107.6 mi 2h 15m
NY 17 33.7 mi 40m
New York State Thruway 16.6 mi 22m
I 81 15.8 mi 19m
Palisades Interstate Parkway 14.9 mi 17m
State Highway 26 5.6 mi 9m
State Route 26 4.5 mi 7m
Saw Mill River Road 1.4 mi 2m
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 Willet, 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 right at fork onto I 81

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 81

14 mi · 16 min · I 81
Toward I 81 North: Syracuse
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Exit 8 Toward NY 26 North: Whitney Point, Lisle
18

Turn right onto NY 26

0.5 mi · 43 sec · NY 26
19

At end of road, turn left onto US 11; NY 26

0.1 mi · 14 sec · US 11; NY 26
20

Turn right onto NY 26; NY 79

476 ft · 14 sec · East Main Street
21

Turn left onto NY 26

0.5 mi · 54 sec · North Hickory Street
22

Continue on NY 26

5.6 mi · 9 min · State Highway 26
23

Continue on NY 26

4.5 mi · 7 min · State Route 26
24

Turn right onto NY 41

120 ft · 2 sec · State Highway 41
25

Arrive at destination

NY 41

Trip Plan

Given the 4-hour 22-minute duration, departing in the morning from Yonkers will allow you to reach Willet with plenty of daylight. With only one recommended stop implied by the data, you have flexibility in pacing. The estimated fuel cost of $34 is modest, but it's always wise to check your fuel levels before embarking, especially since the longest stretch without a road change is over 100 miles. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between Long Mountain Parkway, NY 17, and the New York State Thruway to ensure you're on the correct path for the majority of this 204.7-mile journey.

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 102.3 miles from Yonkers, NY, or about 2h 11m 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 45 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 102.3 miles or 2h 11m 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 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willet, 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 204.7 miles and 4h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 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.

town in Orange County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

New Windsor, NY

102 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rockland, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 102.3 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · early in the drive

Yossies Cafe & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Monroe, New York

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch · 56min in 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18457830901

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Yonkers, New York

2.5 mi

Yossies Cafe & Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Monroe, New York

Hours: 8 am–1 pm

+18457830901

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

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887800062

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Binghamton, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

HondoGO Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Garnerville, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Stony Point, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Central Valley, New York

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Middletown, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Monticello, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

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 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 193 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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
177.3 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 81 North: Syracuse, Albany
6
193 mi into trip | ~4h 2m in

Take the exit toward NY 26 North: Whitney Point, Lisle

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

Exit 8 Toward NY 26 North: Whitney Point, Lisle

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$33.69 one way

$67.39 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 72 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $36.43 $72.87
premium $4.92 $39.67 $79.35
diesel $5.61 $45.20 $90.39

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

$34

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$60–$85

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 61.4 0 $21.49 $9.83
Efficient EV 51.2 0 $17.91 $8.19
EV Truck/SUV 81.9 1 $28.66 $13.10

Gas CO2

72 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (67% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Yonkers, NY

Morning in Yonkers on Tuesday

Local time

8:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Willet, NY

Morning in Willet on Tuesday

Local time

8:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°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

17 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 22m 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 predominantly highway experience on this route, with 89% of the drive on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 107.6 miles, primarily on Long Mountain Parkway. This suggests a significant portion of the journey will involve consistent highway speeds. While the profile indicates a highway-focused drive, the inclusion of other main roads like NY 17 and the New York State Thruway means you'll experience different types of highway environments. It's a route designed for covering distance, rather than winding through small towns.

89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 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 NY 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near NY 9A / Saw Mill River Road.

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 19 significant decision points across 204.7 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: 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; at 35.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Willet, NY, road signs point toward Palisades Parkway North, Bear Mountain, New York State Thruway, Albany and Lisle.

Palisades Parkway North

20 mi in | ~28m

Bear Mountain

20 mi in | ~28m

New York State Thruway

35.5 mi in | ~47m

Albany

177.3 mi in | ~3h 43m | via I 81

Lisle

193 mi in | ~4h 2m

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 4h 22m. Total distance: 204.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (89%). 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 Willet, 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 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; at 35.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Willet, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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