Traveling from Cutchogue to The Bronx covers 85.1 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 52 minutes. Given the modest duration, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to complete the journey. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will remain in the same geographic region throughout your travel. This route functions best as a straightforward transit between the East End of Long Island and the city, providing a practical connection for those looking to reach the borough efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.3 miles from Cutchogue, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 4m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Long Island Expressway
55.4 mi
1h 14m
Sound Avenue
5.3 mi
8m
Nugent Drive
3.7 mi
5m
Northville Turnpike
3.4 mi
6m
Cross Bronx Expressway
3.2 mi
4m
Cross Island Parkway
3.1 mi
4m
Main Road
2.3 mi
3m
Throgs Neck Bridge
1.8 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Long Island Expressway
— 55.4 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cutchogue, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on New Suffolk Road
56 ft·10 sec·New Suffolk Road
2
Turn left onto NY 25
2.3 mi·3 min·Main Road
3
Turn right onto Mill Lane
0.4 mi·49 sec·Mill Lane
4
Turn left onto CR 48; Truck NY 25
1.7 mi·3 min·Middle Road
5
Continue on CR 48; Truck NY 25
5.3 mi·8 min·Sound Avenue
6
Turn left onto CR 43
3.4 mi·6 min·Northville Turnpike
7
At end of road, turn left onto CR 73
138 ft·12 sec·Roanoke Avenue
8
Turn right onto Railroad Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Railroad Avenue
9
Turn left onto Griffing Avenue
149 ft·6 sec·Griffing Avenue
10
Turn right onto Court Street
0.2 mi·35 sec·Court Street
11
Continue on CR 94A
0.1 mi·23 sec·Center Drive Spur
12
Merge onto CR 94
3.7 mi·5 min·Nugent Drive
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on CR 94
0.3 mi·34 sec·Edwards Avenue
14
Turn left
291 ft·6 sec
Toward I 495 West: New YorkUse the left lane.
15
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·31 sec·this road
Toward I 495 West: New York
16
Merge onto I 495
55 mi·1 hr 14 min·Long Island Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 31N-SToward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy AirportUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 31NToward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone BridgeUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto CI
3.1 mi·4 min·Cross Island Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 33Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New EnglandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 295
1.8 mi·3 min·Throgs Neck Bridge
22
Continue on I 295
0.7 mi·1 min·Throgs Neck Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 295
3.2 mi·4 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the slight right lane.
25
Turn right onto Rosedale Avenue
0.2 mi·41 sec·Rosedale Avenue
26
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
283 ft·11 sec·Bronx River Avenue
27
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·East Tremont Avenue
28
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Cruger Avenue
30
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best, though keeping an eye on local traffic congestion is always a smart move. Because the route is entirely local, there are no mandatory stops required to break up the 1 hour and 52 minute drive, allowing you to power through if you prefer. Keep your $13 fuel budget in mind as you plan your departure, and ensure your vehicle is ready for frequent stops and turns. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert for the transition from the quieter roads of Cutchogue into the increasingly dense traffic patterns as you approach The Bronx.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.3 miles from Cutchogue, NY, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.3 miles or 1h 4m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cutchogue, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cutchogue, NY
This is one driving day of about 84.6 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Cutchogue, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Long Island Expressway for about 55.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 17.7 and 83.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
17.7 mi into trip|~30m in
Turn left toward I 495 West: New York
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 495 West: New York
8
73.4 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge, Kennedy Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31N-S
Toward Cross Island Parkway, Whitestone Bridge,...
10
73.7 mi into trip|~1h 46m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 31N
Toward Cross Island Parkway North, Whitestone B...
8
77 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx, New England
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 33
Toward I 295 North: Throgs Neck Bridge, Bronx,...
7
83.3 mi into trip|~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward Rosedale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.93 one way
$27.85 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$15.06
$30.12
premium
$4.92
$16.40
$32.79
diesel
$5.61
$18.68
$37.36
Estimated Tolls: $6.79
Throgs Neck Bridge
$6.55
Northville Turnpike
(3.4 mi)$0.24
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.4
0
$8.88
$4.06
Efficient EV
21.2
0
$7.40
$3.38
EV Truck/SUV
33.8
0
$11.84
$5.41
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Cutchogue, NY
Afternoon
in Cutchogue on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Afternoon
in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
1:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
4 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
2h 6m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
National Memorial
Merchant’s clerk, Revolutionary War soldier, first Secretary Treasury of the United States: Alexander Hamilton’s life is memorialized at The Grange, the home he built on a country estate in uptown Man...
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
Free
near mile 84.6
The final resting place of President Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, is the largest mausoleum in North America. It testifies to a people’s gratitude for the man who ended the bloodiest conflict...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 84.6
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 32.1
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil r...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 84.6
The African Burial Ground stands as the oldest and largest known excavated burial site in North America for both free and enslaved Africans. It offers a profound testament to the enduring legacy of Af...
12 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 81.7
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 81.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate through local roads for the entirety of the 85.1-mile trek, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. Because there are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the drive requires constant engagement with changing intersections and local traffic patterns. The personality of this trip is defined by its winding, non-highway nature, making it a more technical drive than a standard cruise down a major expressway.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 55.4 mi on Long Island Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Long Island Expressway and Sound Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 84.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 73.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cutchogue, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Kennedy Airport, Cross Island Parkway North, Bronx and New England.
The Bronx is one of the five boroughs of New York. Known for Yankee Stadium, the home field of the New York Yankees baseball team, it has been a borough of New York City since 1898. The vast Bronx Zoo houses hundreds of species of animals. Nearby, the sprawling New York Botanical Garden features a landmark greenhouse with rainforest and cactus displays. By the Hudson River, Wave Hill is a landscaped public garden with wooded paths and a cultural center.
Top landmarks
•New York Botanical Garden — botanical garden in the Bronx, New York City
•Woodlawn Cemetery — cemetery in the Bronx, New York City
•Hall of Fame for Great Americans — architectural structure
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 84.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 55.4 miles on Long Island Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $6.79 in tolls one way, starting with Throgs Neck Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 The Bronx, NY before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 73.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 73.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Fire Island National Seashore (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 The Bronx, NY before heading back.
