How far is Niagara Falls, NY from Yonkers, NY?
Fastest route
The journey from Niagara Falls, New York, to Yonkers, New York, covers a distance of approximately 396 miles (638 kilometers) and takes around 6 hours and 29 minutes. The route includes tolls. Here are some tips and suggestions to make your trip more enjoyable:
Directions
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Get on I-190 S from Pine Ave and Niagara Falls Blvd. 🗺️ Head south on 20th St toward Grand Ave, then take a right onto Pine Ave, which becomes Niagara Falls Blvd. Merge onto I-190 S.
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Follow I-190 S, I-290 E, and I-90 E to NY-98 S/Oak St in Batavia, and take exit 16 for I-290 E. 🛣️ Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 16 for I-290 E toward I-90/Tonawanda/Rochester. Take exit 1-49 on the left to merge onto I-90 E toward Albany. Take the exit toward NY-98 S/Oak St.
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Use the left lane to follow signs for NY-98 S/NY-5/NY-63/NY-33/Batavia/Attica/Business Dist. 🚧 Stay in the left lane and follow the signs for NY-98 S/NY-5/NY-63/NY-33/Batavia/Attica/Business Dist.
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Get on I-390 S in Groveland from NY-63 S and NY-36 S. 🛣️ Turn left onto NY-98 S/Oak St, then right onto NY-63 S/Ellicott St. Continue on NY-63 S and turn right onto Peoria Rd. Turn left onto Wallace Rd, then right onto NY-36 S/York Rd. Continue on NY-36 S.
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Continue on I-390 S. Take I-86 E to NY-17 E in Windsor. 🗺️ Follow the signs and take I-390 S. Then, continue onto I-86 E/NY-17 E and keep left at the fork to stay on I-86 E/NY-17 E, following signs for New York City.
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Get on I-87 S in Harriman. 🛣️ Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Interstate 87 S/New York, and merge onto I-87 S.
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Follow I-87 S to Saw Mill River Pkwy S in Greenburgh, and take exit 7A. 🗺️ Keep right at the fork to stay on I-87 S, following signs for N.Y.City/Saw Mill Pkwy. Take exit 7A for Saw Mill River Parkway S.
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Continue on Saw Mill River Pkwy S to your destination in Yonkers, and merge onto Saw Mill River Pkwy S. 🚗 Merge onto Saw Mill River Pkwy S, then take exit 5 to merge onto Yonkers Ave. Turn slightly left onto Nepperhan Ave and then left onto S Broadway.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚘 Plan for approximately 6 hours and 29 minutes of travel time.
- 🛣️ Check for tolls along the route and have cash or electronic payment options ready.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle is well-maintained before embarking on the journey.
- 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the road to stay energized.
- 📱 Use a navigation app to stay updated with real-time traffic conditions.
FAQs
Q: How long does it take to travel from Niagara Falls to Yonkers? A: The journey takes approximately 6 hours and 29 minutes.
Q: What is the total distance between Niagara Falls and Yonkers? A: The total distance is about 396 miles (638 kilometers).
Q: Are there any tolls on the route from Niagara Falls to Yonkers? A: Yes, there are tolls on this route.
Q: Can I use electronic payment methods for the tolls? A: Yes, most toll booths accept electronic payment methods such as E-ZPass.
Q: Are there any scenic spots or attractions along the way? A: There are several scenic spots along the route, including beautiful countryside views and possible places to stop for photos or short breaks.
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Flight Distance
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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 06h 32m.
Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Broome County, New York, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Niagara Falls and Yonkers.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Niagara Falls and Yonkers.
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Start on Pine Avenue
80 m · 11 sec · Pine Avenue
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Turn right onto 6th Street
2164 ft · 2 min · 6th Street
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Turn left onto Niagara Street
696 ft · 21 sec · Niagara Street
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Turn right onto John B. Daly Boulevard
2873 ft · 42 sec · John B. Daly Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Niagara Scenic Parkway
49 m · 9 sec · Niagara Scenic Parkway
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Exit the roundabout onto Niagara Scenic Parkway
2.9 mi · 4 min · Niagara Scenic Parkway
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Take the exit straight toward I 190, NY 384: Buffalo, Lewiston
160 m · 14 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 190 South: Buffalo
1041 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Grand Island Bridge
1.2 km · 1 min · North Grand Island Bridge
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Continue on Niagara Thruway
6.8 mi · 8 min · Niagara Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 290 East: Tonawanda, Rochester
1993 ft · 49 sec
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Continue on Youngmann Expressway
9.5 mi · 13 min · Youngmann Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 East: Albany
1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
99.4 mi · 1 hr 55 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
2420 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight right
100 m · 8 sec
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Continue on State Route 414
1557 ft · 35 sec · State Route 414
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Turn left
4.1 mi · 7 min
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Auburn Road
1.9 mi · 2 min · Auburn Road
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Continue on Clark Street Road
9.6 mi · 11 min · Clark Street Road
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Turn right onto State Street
69 m · 12 sec · State Street
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Turn left onto Dill Street
720 ft · 22 sec · Dill Street
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Continue on Loop Road
140 m · 17 sec · Loop Road
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Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi · 10 min · Genesee Street
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Continue on West Genesee Street Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · West Genesee Street Road
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Turn right onto East Lake Street
2676 ft · 45 sec · East Lake Street
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Continue on East Lake Road
9.4 mi · 14 min · East Lake Road
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Continue on State Route 41
4.8 mi · 7 min · State Route 41
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Continue on East Lake Road
2904 ft · 49 sec · East Lake Road
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Continue on State Highway 41
9.8 mi · 14 min · State Highway 41
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Turn right onto North West Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North West Street
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Take the ramp left
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South: Binghamton
1396 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
45.4 mi · 54 min
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Keep slight left to continue on New York
129.9 mi · 2 hr 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6: Bear Mountain
7.1 mi · 9 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Long Mountain Circle
105 m · 5 sec
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Exit the rotary onto Palisades Interstate Parkway South
2854 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Palisades Interstate Parkway
15.1 mi · 17 min · Palisades Interstate Parkway
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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
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
9.2 mi · 13 min · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight right to continue on New York State Thruway
1.5 km · 1 min · New York State Thruway
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Take the exit slight right toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
2151 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Saw Mill River Parkway
7.8 mi · 10 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward West Yonkers Avenue
776 ft · 21 sec
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Turn slight right onto Yonkers Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min · Yonkers Avenue
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Continue on Nepperhan Avenue
2523 ft · 58 sec · Nepperhan Avenue
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Turn sharp left onto South Broadway
70 m · 6 sec · South Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Niagara Falls and Yonkers.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
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130 mi · 02h 40m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Mostly Sunny leaving Niagara Falls and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Yonkers.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Niagara Falls to Yonkers?
The road trip is about 411.7 miles (662.6 km) and usually takes 06h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lisle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 195.6 miles from Niagara Falls and 216.1 miles from Yonkers.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 304 miles (489.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 107.7 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 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $58.25 one way or $116.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 129.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Niagara Falls and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Yonkers.
Stop Ideas Near Lisle
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 Lisle.
Empire Expo Center
William F. Walsh Regional Transportation Center
Union Station
Rome station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Niagara Falls and Yonkers. Straight-line distance: 303.98 mi (489.21 km).
#1 Niagara Falls
A city in Niagara County, New York.
| Population | 47,392 |
| Coordinates | 43.0945000, -79.0567100 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| 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: 663 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 13h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 10h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 08h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 05h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.01 | $58.25 | $116.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $65.11 | $130.22 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $70.63 | $141.26 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $68.20 | $136.41 |
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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