How far is New Paltz, NY from Yonkers, NY?
The driving distance from New Paltz, NY to Yonkers, NY is about 77 miles (123.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57.2 miles (92.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
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 19m.
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.
Village in New York
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New Paltz and Yonkers.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Paltz and Yonkers.
-
1
Start on Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · Main Street
-
2
Take the ramp straight toward I 87
701 ft · 18 sec
-
3
Continue on I 87
938 ft · 23 sec
-
4
Keep slight left to continue on I 87 South: New York City
1.2 km · 2 min
-
5
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
44.9 mi · 52 min · New York State Thruway
-
6
Keep slight left to continue on New York State Thruway
19.1 mi · 24 min · New York State Thruway
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on New York State Thruway
1.5 km · 1 min · New York State Thruway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
2151 ft · 52 sec
-
9
Merge slight left onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi · 10 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward West Yonkers Avenue
776 ft · 21 sec
-
11
Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Yonkers Avenue
-
12
Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
2523 ft · 58 sec · Nepperhan Avenue
-
13
Turn sharp left onto South Broadway
70 m · 6 sec · South Broadway
-
14
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between New Paltz and Yonkers.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
New York State Thruway
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
44.9 mi · 00h 52m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving New Paltz and Partly Sunny near Yonkers.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New Paltz to Yonkers?
The road trip is about 77 miles (123.9 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Tuxedo Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.5 miles from New Paltz and 38.5 miles from Yonkers.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57.2 miles (92.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.8 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 3:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.90 one way or $21.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around New Paltz and Partly Sunny near Yonkers.
Stop Ideas Near Tuxedo Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tuxedo Park.
Croton–Harmon station
Yonkers station
New Rochelle station
Pennsylvania Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New Paltz and Yonkers. Straight-line distance: 57.24 mi (92.12 km).
#1 New Paltz
Town in New York
| Population | 6,901 |
| Coordinates | 41.7475900, -74.0868100 |
| Altitude | 73 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Yonkers
The second most populous city in Westchester County, New York.
| Population | 200,040 |
| Coordinates | 40.9312100, -73.8987500 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Broadway (-73.89864, 40.931263)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $10.90 | $21.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $12.19 | $24.38 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $13.22 | $26.44 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $12.77 | $25.54 |
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 · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.