Washington Heights, NY Road Trips

Washington Heights, NY serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 2 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 18 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Washington Heights, NY spread mainly south and east, covering a wide geographic range.

Photo: Renan Tagliaferro

Trip Routes

15

Longest Drive

375 mi

Buffalo, NY

Quickest Drive

13m

Manhattan, NY

Plan Around Washington Heights, NY

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Washington Heights, NY is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Buffalo, NY to Washington Heights, NY 375 mi · 7h 45m Islip Terrace, NY to Washington Heights, NY 54 mi · 1h 15m Bay Wood, NY to Washington Heights, NY 44.3 mi · 1h 2m Hillcrest, NY to Washington Heights, NY 24.4 mi · 36m

Continue From Washington Heights, NY

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Washington Heights, NY to Baldwin Harbor, NY 28.5 mi · 42m Washington Heights, NY to Manhattan, NY 6.7 mi · 13m

Trips from Washington Heights, NY

Washington Heights, NY to Baldwin Harbor, NY

28.5 mi 42m

Washington Heights, NY to Manhattan, NY

6.7 mi 13m

Driving from Washington Heights, NY

Expect an average of 18 miles and about 28m behind the wheel when leaving Washington Heights, NY. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 29 miles (42m), while the shortest is just 7 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Washington Heights, NY most often head toward Baldwin Harbor, NY (28.5 mi, 42m) and Manhattan, NY (6.7 mi, 13m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in NY currently averages around $4.01 per gallon. For the typical 18-mile trip from Washington Heights, NY, budget about $3 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 2 mapped routes leaving Washington Heights, NY and 13 routes heading into Washington Heights, NY, covering 15 total connections. Distances range from 7 to 29 miles.

The longest mapped route from Washington Heights, NY covers 29 miles and takes approximately 42m. Shorter options start at just 7 miles.

The average route from Washington Heights, NY runs about 18 miles with a drive time of roughly 28m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 18-mile trip from Washington Heights, NY costs roughly $3 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Washington Heights, NY include Baldwin Harbor, NY and Manhattan, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.