How far is Rye, NY from Manhattan, NY?
Fastest route
The route from Rye, New York, USA to Manhattan, New York, NY, USA is approximately 27.6 miles and takes about 51 minutes via NY-9A S. The route has tolls and avoids road closures on W 79th St.
Directions
- Get on Hutchinson River Pkwy S in Harrison from North St.
- Head southwest on Boston Post Rd toward Cross St.
- Turn right onto Central Ave.
- Turn left onto 54/Theodore Fremd Ave.
- Turn right onto NY-127 N/North St.
- Turn left onto the S Hutchinson River Pkwy ramp.
- Continue on Hutchinson River Pkwy S. Take Cross County Pkwy and NY-9A S to Riverside Dr in Manhattan, New York. Take the exit toward W 95 St from NY-9A S.
- Merge onto Hutchinson River Pkwy S.
- Keep left at the fork to continue on Cross County Pkwy, follow signs for George Washington Br/New Rochelle.
- Keep left to stay on Cross County Pkwy, follow signs for Saw Mill River Pkwy.
- Use any lane to take the Saw Mill Pkwy South exit toward New York City.
- Keep left and merge onto Saw Mill River Pkwy S.
- Keep right at the fork to continue on Henry Hudson Pkwy, follow 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
- 🚗 Plan your trip in advance to consider any traffic conditions or road closures.
- 💰 Be prepared for tolls along the route.
- 🗺️ Use a GPS or navigation app to help you navigate through the directions.
- ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🕑 Allow extra time for unexpected delays or heavy traffic.
- 🚦 Observe traffic rules and signs during your drive.
- 🧭 Familiarize yourself with the destination address and landmarks in Manhattan for easier navigation.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 43m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
Town in Westchester County, New York, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rye and Manhattan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rye and Manhattan.
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Start on Boston Post Road
3259 ft · 55 sec · Boston Post Road
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Turn right onto Old Post Road
1202 ft · 52 sec · Old Post Road
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Turn right
1000 ft · 44 sec
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Turn straight onto Playland Parkway
715 ft · 14 sec · Playland Parkway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South
1592 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto New England Thruway
12.3 mi · 17 min · New England Thruway
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Continue on Bruckner Expressway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Bruckner Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on Bruckner Expressway
3150 ft · 54 sec · Bruckner Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Bruckner Expressway
5.2 mi · 8 min · Bruckner Expressway
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Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
955 ft · 20 sec · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
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Take the exit slight right toward Manhattan, FDR Drive
1700 ft · 39 sec
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Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
1857 ft · 42 sec · Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
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Keep slight left to continue on Franklin D. Roosevelt River Drive South
2397 ft · 1 min
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Continue on FDR Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · FDR Drive
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Take the exit slight right toward East 96th Street
108 m · 9 sec
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Continue on FDR Drive
150 m · 21 sec · FDR Drive
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Turn right onto East 96th Street
1.1 km · 2 min · East 96th Street
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Turn left onto 5th Avenue
2937 ft · 2 min · 5th Avenue
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Turn right onto 86th Street Transverse
1927 ft · 1 min · 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 Rye 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.
New England Thruway
Merge slight left onto New England Thruway
12.3 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny leaving Rye and Partly Sunny near Manhattan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rye to Manhattan?
The road trip is about 29.8 miles (47.9 km) and usually takes 00h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Eastchester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.6 miles from Rye and 17.3 miles from Manhattan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.1 miles (32.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.21 one way or $8.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Rye and Partly Sunny near Manhattan.
Stop Ideas Near Eastchester
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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CITY HALL LOBBY
Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Eastchester.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rye and Manhattan. Straight-line distance: 20.09 mi (32.33 km).
#1 Rye
A town in Westchester County, New York.
| Population | 46,100 |
| Coordinates | 40.9806500, -73.6837400 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| 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: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $4.71 | $9.41 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $5.10 | $10.21 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $4.93 | $9.86 |
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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