How far is Thornwood, NY from New York City, NY?
The driving distance from Thornwood, NY to New York City, NY is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m 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 02m.
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.
The second most populous city in Westchester County, New York.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thornwood and New York City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thornwood and New York City.
-
1
Start on Kensico Road
42 m · 8 sec · Kensico Road
-
2
Continue on Kensico Road
736 ft · 31 sec · Kensico Road
-
3
Continue on Marble Avenue
733 ft · 27 sec · Marble Avenue
-
4
Turn left
75 m · 9 sec
-
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Saw Mill River Parkway
17.3 mi · 24 min · Saw Mill River Parkway
-
6
Continue on Henry Hudson Parkway
1917 ft · 33 sec · Henry Hudson Parkway
-
7
Keep slight right to continue on Henry Hudson Parkway
10.6 mi · 16 min · Henry Hudson Parkway
-
8
Continue on West Side Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · West Side Highway
-
9
Continue on 12th Avenue
1.8 mi · 5 min · 12th Avenue
-
10
Continue on 11th Avenue
2078 ft · 1 min · 11th Avenue
-
11
Continue on West Street
1.8 mi · 5 min · West Street
-
12
Turn left onto Chambers Street
1645 ft · 1 min · Chambers Street
-
13
Turn left onto Church Street
140 m · 26 sec · Church Street
-
14
Turn right onto Duane Street
538 ft · 27 sec · Duane Street
-
15
Turn right onto Broadway
116 m · 18 sec · Broadway
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Broadway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Thornwood 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.
Saw Mill River Parkway
At the end of the road, turn left onto Saw Mill River Parkway
17.3 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Thornwood and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New York City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thornwood to New York City?
The road trip is about 33.9 miles (54.6 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Yonkers is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Thornwood and 17 miles from New York City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.6 miles (49.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 4:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.81 one way or $9.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Thornwood and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near New York City.
Stop Ideas Near Yonkers
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Radio City Music Hall
Passaic City Hall
Town Hall
Flushing Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Yonkers.
Yonkers station
New Rochelle station
Pennsylvania Station
Croton–Harmon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thornwood and New York City. Straight-line distance: 30.65 mi (49.33 km).
#1 Thornwood
Census-designated place in Westchester County, New York
| Population | 3,759 |
| Coordinates | 41.1234300, -73.7790200 |
| Altitude | 82 |
| 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 (-74.006153, 40.714356)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.01 | $4.81 | $9.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $5.38 | $10.75 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $5.83 | $11.67 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $5.63 | $11.27 |
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.