How far is Rhinebeck, NY from New York City, NY?
Fastest route
The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 13 minutes, covering a distance of 103 miles via the Taconic State Parkway. The route is currently the fastest, avoiding a crash on Sprain Brook Pkwy S. Please note that this route has tolls.
Directions
- Head west on Platt Ave toward Mulberry St.
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Mulberry St.
- Turn left at the 3rd cross street onto NY-308 E/E Market St.
- Turn right onto Violet Hill Rd.
- Turn left onto Slate Quarry Rd, which will continue onto Bulls Head Rd.
- Turn right onto the Taconic State Pkwy N/Taconic State Pkwy S ramp.
- Follow Taconic State Parkway until you reach the Saw Mill Pkwy S/Saw Mill River Pkwy S exit in Mount Pleasant. Some parts of the road may be closed at certain times or days, so please take note.
- Merge onto Saw Mill Pkwy S/Saw Mill River Pkwy S toward Yonkers.
- Follow NY-9A S to Hudson River Greenway/West St in Manhattan.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on Henry Hudson Pkwy, following the signs for H Hudson Pkwy/NY-9A (toll road).
- Follow Hudson River Greenway/West St and Chambers St to your destination.
- Continue straight onto Hudson River Greenway/West St.
- Use the left two lanes to turn left onto Chambers St.
- Turn right onto Broadway/Canyon of Heroes.
- Turn left at Murray Street.
- Partial restricted usage road.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Ensure you have enough cash or a valid payment method for tolls along the route.
- ⚠️ Stay alert for any road closures or traffic updates, especially on Taconic State Parkway.
- 📅 Check for any time or day restrictions on certain parts of the road.
- ⛽ Consider filling up your gas tank before starting the journey.
- 📍 Follow the signs and directions carefully to avoid getting lost.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and be cautious while driving.
- 📱 Use a reliable navigation app or GPS device for real-time updates on the route.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 02h 07m.
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 Orange County, New York
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rhinebeck and New York City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rhinebeck and New York City.
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Start on Mill Street
2406 ft · 1 min · Mill Street
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Continue on South Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Road
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Continue on Albany Post Road
10.6 mi · 14 min · Albany Post Road
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Continue on North Road
1.2 mi · 1 min · North Road
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Continue on Delafield Street
1.2 mi · 1 min · Delafield Street
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Take the exit slight left toward US 44 West, NY 55 West: Mid-Hudson Bridge
609 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Church Street
630 ft · 8 sec · Church Street
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Continue on Mid-Hudson Bridge
1.6 mi · 4 min · Mid-Hudson Bridge
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Take the exit slight left
2373 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
13.9 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto North Plank Road
1092 ft · 31 sec · North Plank Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 84 West, NY 52 West
1135 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
2 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 87: New York City, Albany, New York State Thruway
3235 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
130 m · 10 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 87 South: New York City
3062 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
29 mi · 34 min · New York State Thruway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
1.5 km · 60 sec
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Continue straight
2496 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on NJ 17 South: Mahwah
22.7 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit straight toward NJ 3 East: New York
1990 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Continue on Tonnelle Avenue/US 1 and 9 Southbound
2.5 mi · 3 min · Tonnelle Avenue/US 1 and 9 Southbound
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Keep slight left to continue on Tonnelle Avenue
564 ft · 10 sec · Tonnelle Avenue
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Take the exit left toward Hoboken, Holland Tunnel
1387 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight right onto Conrail Viaduct
1.1 km · 1 min · Conrail Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street Viaduct
2029 ft · 32 sec · 12th Street Viaduct
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Continue on 12th Street
1412 ft · 54 sec · 12th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on Holland Tunnel
2 mi · 5 min · Holland Tunnel
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Take the exit slight right toward Brooklyn
93 m · 10 sec
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Continue on Beach Street
37 m · 7 sec · Beach Street
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Turn slight right onto Walker Street
1270 ft · 1 min · Walker Street
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Turn right onto Broadway
1856 ft · 2 min · Broadway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rhinebeck and New York City.
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.
New York State Thruway
Merge slight left onto New York State Thruway
29 mi · 00h 34m
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 Rhinebeck and Sunny near New York City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rhinebeck to New York City?
The road trip is about 102.5 miles (164.9 km) and usually takes 02h 07m 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?
Central Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.4 miles from Rhinebeck and 52.1 miles from New York City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.9 miles (135 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 2:14 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.51 one way or $29.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rhinebeck and Sunny near New York City.
Stop Ideas Near Central Valley
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 Central Valley.
Croton–Harmon station
Poughkeepsie station
Yonkers station
New Rochelle station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rhinebeck and New York City. Straight-line distance: 83.92 mi (135.05 km).
#1 Rhinebeck
Village in New York
| Population | 7,792 |
| Coordinates | 41.9267600, -73.9126400 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
#2 New York City
The most populous city in the United States and the center of the New York metropolitan area.
| Population | 8,398,748 |
| Coordinates | 40.7142700, -74.0059700 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
End: Broadway (-74.006154, 40.714356)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 165 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $14.51 | $29.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $16.22 | $32.44 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $17.60 | $35.19 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $16.99 | $33.98 |
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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