Boston, Massachusetts to Yonkers: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176.7 miles 284.4 km · straight line
198.7 miles actual route 319.7 km · driving distance
4h 14min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Yonkers?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Yonkers is 176.7 miles (284.4 km) as the crow flies. Yonkers is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 198.7 miles, taking about 4h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Yonkers in New York.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Yonkers. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Yonkers

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 14min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 5min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~4h 1min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Yonkers

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Yonkers
40.93°N, 73.90°W
America/New_York
25m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 140.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM