How far is Ossining, NY from Manhattan, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Ossining, New York, USA to Manhattan, New York, NY, USA is approximately 32.7 miles and takes about 53 minutes via Saw Mill River Pkwy S and NY-9A S. The route includes tolls and avoids road closures on W 79th St.
Directions
- Head northeast on Croton Ave toward Elizabeth St.
- Turn right onto Pleasantville Rd.
- Slight left onto Chappaqua Rd.
- Turn right onto NY-9A S/Briarcliff-Peekskill Pkwy.
- Continue to follow NY-9A S and keep left to continue on NY-100 S/NY-9A S.
- Use the right lane to merge onto Saw Mill River Pkwy S via the ramp to Yonkers.
- Follow 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.
- Merge onto Saw Mill River Pkwy S and keep right at the fork to continue on Henry Hudson Pkwy, following 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. Take W 86th St to Central Park West.
- Turn right onto Riverside Dr.
- Turn right onto Central Park West.
- Arrive in Manhattan, New York, NY, USA.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Check for road closures on W 79th St and avoid that route.
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the way.
- 📍 Follow the signs for Saw Mill River Pkwy S and NY-9A S to reach Manhattan.
- ⚠️ Pay attention to the exits and use the right lanes as indicated.
- 🚧 Keep track of the landmarks such as Riverside Dr and Central Park West for navigation.
- ⏱️ Plan for approximately 53 minutes of travel time, but allow for possible delays.
- 🗺️ Consider using a navigation app for real-time updates on traffic and alternative routes.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 51m.
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 United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ossining and Manhattan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ossining and Manhattan.
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Start on Upper Croton Avenue
1558 ft · 50 sec · Upper Croton Avenue
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Continue on Upper Croton Avenue
600 ft · 17 sec · Upper Croton Avenue
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Continue on Croton Avenue
1702 ft · 53 sec · Croton Avenue
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Turn right onto Pleasantville Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Pleasantville Road
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Turn straight onto Chappaqua Road
133 m · 17 sec · Chappaqua Road
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Turn right
2.3 mi · 4 min
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Turn straight onto New York City
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the ramp straight toward Saw Mill River Parkway South
759 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Saw Mill River Parkway
15.5 mi · 21 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 Ossining and Manhattan.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Saw Mill River Parkway
Merge slight left onto Saw Mill River Parkway
15.5 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Sunny leaving Ossining and Partly Cloudy near Manhattan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ossining to Manhattan?
The road trip is about 33 miles (53.1 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Hastings-on-Hudson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.6 miles from Ossining and 16.5 miles from Manhattan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.17 one way or $10.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ossining and Partly Cloudy near Manhattan.
Stop Ideas Near Hastings-on-Hudson
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Flushing Town Hall
Mount Vernon City Hall
City Hall Wedding photographer
Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Hastings-on-Hudson.
Yonkers station
New Rochelle station
Croton–Harmon station
Stamford Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ossining and Manhattan. Straight-line distance: 26.78 mi (43.1 km).
#1 Ossining
Town in Westchester County, New York, United States
| Population | 37,551 |
| Coordinates | 41.1628700, -73.8615200 |
| Altitude | 49 |
| 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: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.46 | $5.17 | $10.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.98 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| Premium | $5.38 | $6.23 | $12.47 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $7.36 | $14.72 |
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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