Origin
Bedford, NY
Morning in Bedford on Sunday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bedford, NY to New York City, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
47.9 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bedford, NY
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New York City, NY
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Trip Overview
Spanning 47.9 miles, this straightforward drive from Bedford to New York City typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes. It functions perfectly as a simple day trip, requiring no overnight stay to complete. You will primarily navigate via I-684, the Hutchinson River Parkway, and the FDR Drive. With a modest fuel cost of approximately $8, this route remains an affordable way to reach the city. Since both locations are situated in the Northeast, the transition from suburban Bedford to the urban center of New York is seamless. You can easily manage this transit in a single day, offering you plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 15.7 mi | 22m |
| I 684 | 11.5 mi | 13m |
| FDR Drive | 7.9 mi | 14m |
| Bruckner Expressway | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| South Bedford Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Old Post Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Robert F. Kennedy Bridge | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Pound Ridge Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Hutchinson River Parkway
— 15.7 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bedford, NY and New York City, NY.
1
Start on Court Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Court Road
2
Turn right onto Seminary Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Seminary Road
3
Turn right onto NY 172
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Pound Ridge Road
4
Keep slight left at fork onto NY 172
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Pound Ridge Road
5
Turn straight onto NY 22; NY 172
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Post Road
6
Turn right onto NY 172
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Bedford Road
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 684 South
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 684
11 mi
·
13 min
·
I 684
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
8.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 1A
Toward Bruckner Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn straight onto Bruckner Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Bruckner Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 278 West: Bruckner Expressway, Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
15
Merge onto I 278
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Bruckner Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 278
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 46
Toward Manhattan, FDR Drive
Use the right lane.
18
Continue on Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 17
Toward Franklin D. Roosevelt River Drive South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on FDR
7.9 mi
·
14 min
·
FDR Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
218 ft
·
9 sec
Exit 2
Toward Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Civic Center, New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital, Pace University
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 2
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn straight onto Robert F. Wagner Sr. Place
265 ft
·
14 sec
·
Robert F. Wagner Sr. Place
24
Turn right onto Pearl Street
341 ft
·
16 sec
·
Pearl Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on Saint James Place
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Saint James Place
Use the straight lane.
26
At end of road, turn left onto Worth Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Worth Street
Use the straight lane.
27
Turn left onto Broadway
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Broadway
Use the straight lane.
28
Arrive at destination
Broadway
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24 miles from Bedford, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 15.5 and 46.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
15.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
8
37.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward Manhattan, FDR Drive
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 46
Toward Manhattan, FDR Drive
8
38.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Franklin D. Roosevelt River Drive South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17
Toward Franklin D. Roosevelt River Drive South
8
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Civic Center, New York Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital, Pace University
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Civic Center,...
8
46.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.88 one way
$15.77 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $8.53 | $17.05 |
| premium | $4.92 | $9.28 | $18.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.58 | $21.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| Efficient EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
New York City, NY
Morning in New York City on Sunday
Local time
9:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
E 6 to 14 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 2:37AM EDT until April 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
52°F
Pelham, NY
24 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 18m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused route is defined by a 66% highway share, moving you efficiently from the outskirts into the city. You should be prepared for a consistent flow of traffic as you transition between major arteries. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is the 15.7-mile segment along the Hutchinson River Parkway. While the road is designed for speed and directness, the character of the pavement changes as you move from the open road of I-684 into the denser, more complex environment of the FDR Drive. Expect a practical, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed over winding, scenic bypasses.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.7 mi on Hutchinson River Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Hutchinson River Parkway and I 684. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.9 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
523 ft
8 ft
Total Climb
117 ft
Total Descent
606 ft
Highest Point
523 ft
~6 mi in
Elevation Range
515 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bedford, NY and New York City, NY, road signs point toward Manhattan and Franklin D. Roosevelt River Drive South.
Manhattan
37.8 mi in
|
~56m
Franklin D. Roosevelt River Drive South
38.5 mi in
|
~58m
About the Cities
Starting in Bedford, NY
Full guide →Bedford is a town in Westchester County, New York.
Top landmarks
- • Bedford Modern School — school in Bedford, UK
- • RAF Twinwood Farm — UK Royal Air Force airbase
- • John Bunyan Museum and Library — biographical museum in England, United Kingdom
Arriving in New York City, NY
Full guide →“The City That Never Sleeps” · Founded 1624
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation. From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
- • Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
- • National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
- • Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
This is an easy same-day round trip from Bedford to NYC, clocking in at under 1.5 hours each way. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, making it a straightforward drive for a quick getaway.
Family Friendly
While short at 47.9 miles, the 10/10 complexity of this route makes it less than ideal for families who might find the navigation stressful. It's quick enough for kids, but keep an eye on those directions!
Solo Traveler
At 47.9 miles and just over an hour, this drive is comfortable for a solo trip, though the 10/10 complexity might be a bit much for a truly *engaging* solo experience. It's more about efficient transit than scenic exploration.
EV Driver
This 47.9-mile trip is well within the range of most EVs, so you won't need to worry about charging. Focus on navigating the high complexity, not finding a plug.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.7 miles on Hutchinson River Parkway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at New York City, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Castle Clinton National Monument and Federal Hall National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New York City, NY before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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