How far is Carmel, NY from Manhattan, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Carmel Hamlet, New York 10512 to Manhattan, New York, NY is approximately 54.8 miles long and takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes via Saw Mill River Pkwy S. The route includes tolls and avoids road closures on W 79th St.
Directions
- Head south on NY-52 E toward Fowler Ave.
- Turn left onto US-6 E/Brewster Rd and continue to follow US-6 E.
- Slight right onto Stoneleigh Ave.
- Follow I-684 S, Saw Mill Pkwy S/Saw Mill River Pkwy S, and NY-9A S to Riverside Dr in Manhattan, New York.
- Take the exit toward W 95 St from NY-9A S.
- Turn right onto Mahopac Ave.
- NY-22 S turns slightly left and becomes Hardscrabble Rd. Turn right to merge onto I-684 S.
- Take exit 5 for Saw Mill Pkwy toward NY-117 and continue onto Saw Mill Pkwy S/Saw Mill River Pkwy S.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on Henry Hudson Pkwy, follow signs for H Hudson Pkwy/NY-9A S.
- Continue onto NY-9A S/Henry Hudson Pkwy (toll road).
- Use the right 2 lanes to take the exit toward W 95 St.
- Continue on Riverside Dr and turn right onto Central Park West.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to have sufficient fuel for the journey.
- ⚠️ Check for any updated road closures or traffic advisories before you start.
- 💰 Keep some cash or a credit card handy for toll payments.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS or navigation app to guide you along the route.
- 🕒 Consider traveling during non-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
- 📍 Follow the signs and directions carefully to ensure you stay on the correct roads.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged in case you need to make any emergency calls.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Westchester County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Carmel and Manhattan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carmel and Manhattan.
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Start on the route
33 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto State Highway 52
74 m · 5 sec · State Highway 52
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Continue on Gleneida Avenue
2681 ft · 1 min · Gleneida Avenue
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4
Turn left onto Brewster Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Brewster Road
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5
Turn right onto Stoneleigh Avenue
4.6 mi · 9 min · Stoneleigh Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Somerstown Turnpike
156 m · 16 sec · Somerstown Turnpike
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Turn left onto Croton Falls Road
554 ft · 14 sec · Croton Falls Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Front Street
145 m · 12 sec · Front Street
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Continue on Warner Drive
160 m · 13 sec · Warner Drive
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Continue on Croton Falls Road
3119 ft · 1 min · Croton Falls Road
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Continue on Hardscrabble Road
1146 ft · 32 sec · Hardscrabble Road
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Take the ramp right toward White Plains, New York City
581 ft · 9 sec
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Merge slight left
6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 117: Saw Mill Parkway
3110 ft · 1 min
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Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway
29.4 mi · 40 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
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Continue on Henry Hudson Parkway
1917 ft · 33 sec · Henry Hudson Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on Henry Hudson Parkway
10.1 mi · 16 min · Henry Hudson Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Boat Basin, Metropolitan Museum of Art, American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum Of Manhattan, JCC in Manhattan, Lincoln Center, New York Historical Society, New York Institute of Technology
995 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on West 79th Street
1273 ft · 52 sec · West 79th Street
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Turn left onto Broadway
1957 ft · 57 sec · Broadway
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Turn right onto West 86th Street
2245 ft · 1 min · West 86th Street
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Continue on 86th Street Transverse
1066 ft · 36 sec · 86th Street Transverse
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 86th Street Transverse
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Carmel and Manhattan.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Saw Mill River Parkway
Turn slight right onto Saw Mill River Parkway
29.4 mi · 00h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Carmel and Mostly Sunny near Manhattan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carmel to Manhattan?
The road trip is about 57.4 miles (92.4 km) and usually takes 01h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Thornwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27.7 miles from Carmel and 29.8 miles from Manhattan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.14 one way or $16.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Carmel and Mostly Sunny near Manhattan.
Stop Ideas Near Thornwood
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old Town Hall
Mount Vernon City Hall
City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Thornwood.
Croton–Harmon station
Stamford Transportation Center
Yonkers station
New Rochelle station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Carmel and Manhattan. Straight-line distance: 47.1 mi (75.8 km).
#1 Carmel
Town in New York
| Population | 34,339 |
| Coordinates | 41.4300900, -73.6801300 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Manhattan
The most densely populated borough of New York City.
| Population | 1,644,518 |
| Coordinates | 40.7834300, -73.9662500 |
| Altitude | 35 |
| Country | United States |
End: 86th Street Transverse Road (-73.965969, 40.783967)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $8.14 | $16.28 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $9.10 | $18.19 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $9.53 | $19.06 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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