> Driving from NYC to Hudson Valley: ~1.5 hours, ~60 miles. Art, history and scenery just north of the city. Compare car rental deals with free cancellation.

Road trip from NYC

# NYC to Hudson Valley

Art, history and scenery just north of the city.

~1.5 hours · ~60 miles from New York City

The Hudson Valley starts barely an hour north of NYC and packs in world-class art (Dia Beacon, Storm King), historic towns (Cold Spring, Beacon, Hudson) and gorgeous river scenery. It's one of the easiest and most rewarding day trips with a car.

## Trip highlights

- Storm King Art Center and Dia Beacon
- Cold Spring, Beacon and the village of Hudson
- Hiking at Breakneck Ridge and Bear Mountain
- An easy day trip — economy car is plenty

## Driving tips

### Great as a day trip

Because it's so close, the Hudson Valley works as a single-day rental — pick up in the morning, return in the evening.

## NYC to Hudson Valley FAQs

### What is there to do in the Hudson Valley from NYC?

Art (Storm King, Dia Beacon), riverside towns (Cold Spring, Beacon, Hudson), and hiking (Breakneck Ridge, Bear Mountain) — all within about 1.5 hours by car, perfect for a day trip.

## Renting a car for the trip

Compare deals for your dates in the search below. For longer hauls, consider an [SUV](https://www.newyorkautorental.com/cars/suv) or [full-size car](https://www.newyorkautorental.com/cars/full-size), and if you're flying back rather than returning to the city, check out a [one-way rental](https://www.newyorkautorental.com/guides/one-way-car-rental-from-nyc).

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