Trip from Yorkshire, NY to Jamaica, 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

7h 31m

Distance

362 mi

583 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$60

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

7h 22m ★

6 AM

7h 32m

8 AM

7h 52m

10 AM

7h 39m

12 PM

7h 37m

3 PM

7h 40m

5 PM

7h 51m

8 PM

7h 26m

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

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Yorkshire, NY

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neighborhood of Queens, New York City, United States

Jamaica, NY

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Trip Overview

This 370.9-mile drive from Yorkshire, NY, to Jamaica, NY, is estimated to take about 6 hours and 23 minutes, making it a feasible one-day trip. You'll be navigating primarily local roads, with a 0% highway share, so expect a more hands-on driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $60. This route keeps you within the Northeast region, specifically within New York State. With only one recommended stop, you can plan to cover most of the distance in a single push. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for frequent adjustments.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

181 miles from Yorkshire, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 47m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Southern Tier Expressway	104.5 mi	2h 2m
Keystone Shortway	80 mi	1h 37m
I 81	53.4 mi	1h 3m
I 380	23.6 mi	25m
Genesee Expressway	22.2 mi	25m
State Highway 39	18.1 mi	25m
Nunda-Dansville Road	12.4 mi	16m
Portage Street	5.6 mi	8m

Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yorkshire, NY and Jamaica, NY.

Start on NY 39

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Route 39

Continue on NY 39

2.3 mi · 5 min · West Main Street

Continue on NY 39

18 mi · 25 min · State Highway 39

Turn right onto NY 436

1.8 mi · 2 min · Denton Corners Road

Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436

2.2 mi · 3 min · NY 19A; NY 436

Turn left onto NY 436

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Hamilton Street

Turn left onto NY 436

360 ft · 8 sec · Main Street

Continue on NY 436

5.6 mi · 8 min · Portage Street

Continue on NY 436

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mill Street

Continue on NY 436

12 mi · 16 min · Nunda-Dansville Road

Continue on NY 436

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ossian Street

Turn right onto Spruce Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Spruce Street

Turn slight right onto NY 36

0.9 mi · 1 min · Clara Barton Street

Continue on NY 36

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Hornell Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec

Merge onto I 390

22 mi · 25 min · Genesee Expressway

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81

Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6

Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380

Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380

Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min

Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg

Merge onto I 80

80 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Keystone Shortway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 5 min · Christopher Columbus Highway

Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec

Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck Use the slight right lane.

Turn right

0.2 mi · 35 sec

Exit 70A Toward Leonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto CR 56

454 ft · 9 sec · Degraw Avenue

Continue on CR 56

1.1 mi · 2 min · Fort Lee Road

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on CR 56

469 ft · 13 sec · Main Street

Take the ramp

472 ft · 12 sec

Toward George Washington Bridge

Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Bergen Boulevard

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

312 ft · 4 sec

Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.3 mi · 20 sec · I 95 EXPR

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway

Continue on I 95; US 1

4.4 mi · 5 min · Cross Bronx Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 2 min

Exit 6A Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 678

0.8 mi · 1 min · Hutchinson River Expressway

Continue on I 678

1.3 mi · 2 min · Bronx-Whitestone Bridge

Continue on I 678

2.3 mi · 3 min · Whitestone Expressway

Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 678

4.3 mi · 6 min · Van Wyck Expressway

Toward I 678 South: Kennedy Airport Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 6 Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue, Atlantic Avenue Use the right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto Van Wyck Expressway West

0.9 mi · 2 min · Van Wyck Expressway West

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto Liberty Avenue

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Liberty Avenue

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn right onto Inwood Street

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Inwood Street

Turn right onto Tuskegee Airmen Way

56 ft · 2 sec · Tuskegee Airmen Way

Arrive at destination

Tuskegee Airmen Way

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour 23-minute duration and the local road nature of this 370.9-mile trip, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you approach Jamaica, NY. Plan for one main stop to break up the drive, perhaps around the halfway point, to refuel and stretch. The fuel cost is estimated at $60, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Yorkshire, NY. Watch for frequent turns and changes in speed limits, as this route is described as 'turn-heavy local drive.' Flexibility is key; since it's manageable in a day, you can adjust your pace as needed.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 181 miles from Yorkshire, NY, or about 3h 47m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 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 80 miles or 1h 48m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 181 miles or 3h 47m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 10m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Yorkshire, 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.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Yorkshire, NY

This is one driving day of about 362 miles and 7h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Yorkshire, NY.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cortland, NY

181 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

Corning, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Endicott, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 181 miles from Yorkshire, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 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 · home stretch

Bite Food & Coffee Co

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hackensack, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 32min to go 2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12015602269

Visit website

Sage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fair Lawn, New Jersey

2 mi

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Paramus, New Jersey

2.3 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hackensack, New Jersey

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch · 32min to go 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

2.8 mi

Bite Food & Coffee Co

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12015602269

Visit website

Sage Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Hours: 4–9 pm

+12017970500

Visit website

Chuck E. Cheese

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12014871088

Visit website

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Forest Hills, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13475310873

Visit website

Juany's Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+15512248030

Visit website

Cafe Tropical Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12018800669

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Hollis, New York

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13322041966

Visit website

Bite Food & Coffee Co

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

Home stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately

Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+15512248072

Visit website

Marimba Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12012563010

Visit website

C Squared Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12014259120

Wonderland Play and Party

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

South Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+12014265898

Visit website

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3 mi from route ~8 min detour

Denville, New Jersey

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

William Pryor Letchworth Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Castile, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15854932760

Visit website

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–8:30 pm

+12017334359

Visit website

Posh Princess Palace

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Lodi, New Jersey

Hours: 1–7 pm

+18628997674

Visit website

Catch Air Paramus

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour

Paramus, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+12016202125

Visit website

Arcade & Attica Railroad Corporation

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Arcade, New York

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+15854923100

Visit website

Shooting Zone

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9 pm

+12014401329

Visit website

Bowler City

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately

Hackensack, New Jersey

Hours: 10 am–12 pm

+12013433545

Visit website

Ready to Golf

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

River Edge, New Jersey

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+16093887728

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 32

5 decision points cluster between mile 226.7 and 360.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

226.7 mi into trip | ~4h 41m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...

341.3 mi into trip | ~6h 57m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...

341.6 mi into trip | ~6h 58m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck

350.8 mi into trip | ~7h 11m in

Take the exit toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 6A Toward I 678 South: Whitestone Bridge, Queens

360.6 mi into trip | ~7h 28m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Hillside Avenue, Jamaica Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$59.59 one way

$119.17 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 127 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.52	$64.43	$128.87
premium	$4.92	$70.16	$140.32
diesel	$5.61	$79.93	$159.85

Estimated Tolls: $22.55

George Washington Bridge $16.00

Whitestone Bridge $6.55

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

$60

Tolls

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$107–$132

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 126.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	108.6	1	$38.01	$17.38
Efficient EV	90.5	1	$31.67	$14.48
EV Truck/SUV	144.8	1	$50.68	$23.17

Gas CO2

127 kg

EV CO2

42 kg (67% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Yorkshire, NY

Morning in Yorkshire on Tuesday

Local time

6:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jamaica, NY

Morning in Jamaica on Tuesday

Local time

6:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

56°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

12 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

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...

11 mi from route ~28 min detour Free near mile 370.9

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized by its numerous turns, utilizing State Route 39 and West Main Street for a significant portion of the journey. With a highway share of 0%, you won't encounter any high-speed interstate stretches. The profile of a 'turn-heavy local drive' means you'll be actively engaged with the road, making frequent adjustments to your steering and speed. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the nature of local roads suggests shorter segments between intersections and towns. Expect a varied driving experience as you move through different local landscapes.

67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

50 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 226.7 miles in near US 6.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 32 significant decision points across 362 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 226.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 341.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Yorkshire, NY and Jamaica, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono, Milford, New York City, Leonia, Teaneck and George Washington Bridge Upper Level.

Mt Pocono

226.7 mi in | ~4h 41m | via US 6

Milford

227.5 mi in | ~4h 42m | via I 84; I 380

New York City

341.3 mi in | ~6h 57m

Leonia

341.6 mi in | ~6h 58m

Teaneck

341.6 mi in | ~6h 58m

George Washington Bridge Upper Level

343.8 mi in | ~7h 2m

About the Cities

Starting in Yorkshire, NY

Full guide →

Arriving in Jamaica, NY

Full guide →

Jamaica is an expansive neighborhood located in eastern Queens. Historically consisting of predominantly black communities, Jamaica now is home to an extremely diverse array of peoples and cultures.

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 7h 31m. Total distance: 362 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 31m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $22.55 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington Bridge. 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 Jamaica, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Gateway National Recreation Area (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.5 hours each way, a round trip means 15.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Jamaica, 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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Trip from Yorkshire, NY to Jamaica, NY

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Bite Food & Coffee Co

Marimba Cafe

Bite Food & Coffee Co

Sage Restaurant

Chuck E. Cheese

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine Restaurant

Juany's Cafe

Cafe Tropical Restaurant

Shogun Japan Japanese restaurant

Bite Food & Coffee Co

Marimba Cafe

C Squared Cafe

Wonderland Play and Party

Tesla Supercharger

EV Connect Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

William Pryor Letchworth Museum

iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Paramus

Posh Princess Palace

Catch Air Paramus

Arcade & Attica Railroad Corporation

Shooting Zone

Bowler City

Ready to Golf

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Yorkshire, NY

Jamaica, NY

Same local time

12 degrees warmer at arrival

7h 31m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Hamilton Grange National Memorial

General Grant National Memorial

Gateway National Recreation Area

Stonewall National Monument

African Burial Ground National Monument

Castle Clinton National Monument

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Yorkshire, NY

Arriving in Jamaica, NY

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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