How far is Lysander, NY from New Rochelle, NY?

Fastest route

The distance between Lysander, New York, and New Rochelle, New York is approximately 278 miles (447 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 4 hours and 21 minutes. The recommended route involves taking I-81 S and NY-17 E, which includes tolls. Here are some tips and suggestions for the journey:

Directions

  1. 🚗 Head north on Dunham Rd toward Babcock Rd.
  2. 🚗 Turn right onto Church Rd.
  3. 🛣️ Take I-81 S to NY-17 E in Windsor. Follow the signs for Binghamton/New York City.
  4. 🛣️ Keep left at the fork to continue on I-86 E/NY-17 E.
  5. 🛣️ Merge onto I-87 S in Harriman (Toll road).
  6. 🛣️ Continue on I-87 S and take I-287 E to Cross Westchester Ave in New Rochelle. Take exit 16 from I-95 S (Toll road).
  7. 🚗 Use any lane to turn slightly left onto Cross Westchester Ave. Keep left to stay on Cross Westchester Ave. Cross Westchester Ave turns right and becomes Cedar St. Turn right toward Huguenot St. Turn right onto Huguenot St. Arrive in New Rochelle, New York.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Plan for toll expenses along the route.
  • 🚗 Check real-time traffic conditions to ensure the fastest route.
  • 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the journey.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
  • 🚰 Take regular breaks to stretch and stay refreshed during the drive.
  • 🧭 Keep a map or GPS navigation device handy in case of any detours or changes in the route.
  • 🕶️ Don't forget to bring sunglasses and sunblock for the drive, especially during sunny days.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
277.06 mi
04h 34m
Flight
209.73 mi
337.53 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
209.73 mi
Kilometers
337.53 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
277.06 mi
Kilometers
445.88 km
Drive Time
04h 34m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 04h 34m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in New Rochelle
Thu, Oct 15, 11:20 PM EDT
Return by in Lysander
Fri, Oct 16, 3:55 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lysander
2026-10-15T18:46
Arrive New Rochelle
Thu, Oct 15, 11:20 PM EDT
Route Timing
04h 34m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:34 AM to 12:34 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:52 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lysander
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Hancock
NY

Town in Delaware County, New York, United States

From Lysander
137.3 mi
02h 17m
To New Rochelle
139.8 mi
02h 17m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 3:00 PM EDT
Wind
5 mph E
Destination
64°F
This Afternoon

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 1:00 PM EDT
Wind
7 mph E

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lysander and New Rochelle.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lysander and New Rochelle.

  1. 1

    Start on Lamson Road

    20 m · 5 sec · Lamson Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Plainville Road

    3.4 mi · 8 min · Plainville Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Genesee Road

    4.4 mi · 6 min · West Genesee Road

  4. 4

    Take the exit left

    5.9 mi · 7 min

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    8.7 mi · 11 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 81 South: Binghamton

    1243 ft · 30 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left

    2.8 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    1.2 km · 49 sec

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    72.6 mi · 1 hr 25 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on New York

    129.9 mi · 2 hr 40 min

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Bear Mountain

    7.1 mi · 9 min

  12. 12

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Long Mountain Circle

    105 m · 5 sec

  13. 13

    Exit the rotary onto Palisades Interstate Parkway South

    2854 ft · 1 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight right onto Palisades Interstate Parkway

    15.1 mi · 17 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward I 87 South, I 287 East: New York City, White Plains, New York State Thruway South

    2292 ft · 1 min

  16. 16

    Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway

    9.2 mi · 13 min · New York State Thruway

  17. 17

    Keep slight right to continue on New York State Thruway

    8.8 mi · 12 min · New York State Thruway

  18. 18

    Take the exit slight right toward Cross County Parkway, Mile Square Road

    1552 ft · 39 sec

  19. 19

    Turn straight onto Central Park Avenue

    1986 ft · 57 sec · Central Park Avenue

  20. 20

    Take the ramp slight right toward Cross County Parkway East

    1167 ft · 29 sec

  21. 21

    Merge slight left onto Cross County Parkway (local lanes)

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Cross County Parkway (local lanes)

  22. 22

    Take the exit slight right toward NY 22: North Columbus Avenue, Mount Vernon

    1154 ft · 35 sec

  23. 23

    Turn straight onto Parkway South

    116 m · 16 sec · Parkway South

  24. 24

    Turn right onto North Columbus Avenue

    1721 ft · 35 sec · North Columbus Avenue

  25. 25

    Turn left onto East Lincoln Avenue

    2.1 mi · 4 min · East Lincoln Avenue

  26. 26

    Turn right onto North Avenue

    1727 ft · 38 sec · North Avenue

  27. 27

    Continue on North Avenue

    853 ft · 21 sec · North Avenue

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lysander and New Rochelle.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
28 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
13
4 merges, 9 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
New York
130 mi · 47%
I 81 South
76.3 mi · 28%
West Genesee Road
18.9 mi · 7%
New York State Thruway
18.1 mi · 7%
Palisades Interstate Parkway
15.1 mi · 5%
US 6
7.06 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

New York

Keep slight left to continue on New York

130 mi · 02h 40m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 34m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+67.4 mi
209.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Hancock
02h 17m from Lysander
Leave By
7:52 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Lysander and Sunny near New Rochelle.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lysander to New Rochelle?

The road trip is about 277.1 miles (445.9 km) and usually takes 04h 34m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Hancock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 137.3 miles from Lysander and 139.8 miles from New Rochelle.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 209.7 miles (337.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 67.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $43.50 one way or $87.00 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 86.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Lysander and Sunny near New Rochelle.

Stop Ideas Near Hancock

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Hancock, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hancock.

BUS

Scranton, PA

69 mi away
23 Lackawanna Avenue
BUS

Wilkes-Barre, PA

93 mi away
47 South Washington Street
BUS

White Haven, PA

104 mi away
I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940
RAIL

Rhinecliff–Kingston station

110 mi away
Hutton and Charles Sts.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lysander and New Rochelle. Straight-line distance: 209.73 mi (337.53 km).

Lysander

#1 Lysander

City in Onondaga County, New York, United States of America

Population22,919
Coordinates43.2064600, -76.4591000
Altitude126
CountryUnited States
New Rochelle

#2 New Rochelle

A city in Westchester County, New York.

Population80,973
Coordinates40.9114900, -73.7823500
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: Lamson Road (-76.459104, 43.206522)
End: North Avenue (-73.782386, 40.911516)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 446 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 37m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.78 gal
37.01 L · about $43.50
Round trip
$87.00
19.56 gal · 74.02 L
Estimated CO2
86.9 kg one way
Round trip: 173.8 kg / 383 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.45 $43.50 $87.00
Mid-grade $4.98 $48.72 $97.45
Premium $5.38 $52.64 $105.27
Diesel $6.51 $63.66 $127.32

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in New York · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Lysander and New Rochelle. The current time is 18:46:31.

Distance to Other Cities

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