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Trip from Deposit, NY to The Bronx, NY

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 18m

Distance

152.3 mi

245 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 7m ★
6 AM
3h 19m
8 AM
3h 43m
10 AM
3h 27m
12 PM
3h 25m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 12m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Deposit, NY, NY

Deposit, NY

Renan Tagliaferro

borough of New York City, New York, United States

The Bronx, NY

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Trip Overview

Deposit, NY to The Bronx, NY is 152.3 miles and takes about 3h 18m via NY 17 and NJ 17, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you from the Northeast region of New York down towards the bustling Northeast region of New York City. Given its relatively short distance and mostly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day. You'll spend most of your time on major arteries, making it a practical choice for a quick transit between these two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

76.2 miles from Deposit, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
NY 17 106 mi 2h 12m
NJ 17 14.1 mi 18m
New York State Thruway 13.7 mi 15m
NJ 4 6.7 mi 9m
Cross Bronx Expressway 2.9 mi 3m
I 95 EXPR 1.5 mi 2m
Trans-Manhattan Expressway 0.7 mi 1m
George Washington Bridge (upper level) 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: NY 17 — 106 mi, about 2h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Deposit, NY and The Bronx, NY.

1

Start on Front Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Front Street
2

Continue on River Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · River Street
3

Turn right onto Pine Street

318 ft · 8 sec · Pine Street
4

Continue on Oak Street

504 ft · 14 sec · Oak Street
5

At end of road, turn right onto NY 8; NY 10

0.3 mi · 18 sec · Oak Street
6

Continue on NY 8; NY 10

0.4 mi · 44 sec · State Highway 10
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward NY 17 East
8

Merge onto NY 17

105 mi · 2 hr 11 min · NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City Use the slight right lane.
11

Merge onto I 87

14 mi · 15 min · New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17

0.9 mi · 59 sec · NY 17
Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey Use the slight right lane.
13

Continue on I 287; NJ 17

0.5 mi · 39 sec · I 287; NJ 17
14

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17

14 mi · 18 min · NJ 17
Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah Use the slight left / straight lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
17

Merge onto NJ 4

0.3 mi · 24 sec · NJ 4
Use the right lane.
18

Continue on NJ 4

6.4 mi · 8 min · NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge Use the straight / slight left lanes.
20

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.7 mi · 54 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
22

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
24

Continue on I 95; US 1

2.9 mi · 3 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 4B Toward Rosedale Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road

0.3 mi · 50 sec · Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
27

Turn right onto Noble Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Noble Avenue
28

Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Bronx River Avenue
29

Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · East Tremont Avenue
30

Turn left onto White Plains Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
31

Turn right onto Cruger Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Cruger Avenue
32

Arrive at destination

Cruger Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 1-day trip, consider departing early in the morning to avoid peak traffic, especially as you get closer to The Bronx. With a duration of just over 3 hours and a fuel cost around $25, this route is quite manageable. The longest stretch without a major break is 106 miles on NY 17, so plan a quick stop before you reach that point if needed. Given the predominantly highway nature, keep an eye on your GPS for the most efficient transitions between NY 17 and NJ 17.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.2 miles from Deposit, NY, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106 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 34 miles or 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 76.2 miles or 1h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 37m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Deposit, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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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 Deposit, NY

This is one driving day of about 152.3 miles and 3h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Deposit, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 106 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Washington Heights, NY, NY

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington Heights, NY

76 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.

Popular next leg

Washington Heights, NY to The Bronx, NY

66.2 mi · 1h 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Rockland, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monticello, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.2 miles from Deposit, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106 miles.

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 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 106.8 and 150.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
106.8 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
7
107.5 mi into trip | ~2h 16m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 Toll South: New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City
9
122 mi into trip | ~2h 34m in | NY 17

Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 15 Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
123.4 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in | NJ 17

Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Exit 66 Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
7
150.7 mi into trip | ~3h 13m in

Take the exit toward Rosedale Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 4B Toward Rosedale Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.07 one way

$50.14 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $27.11 $54.22
premium $4.92 $29.52 $59.04
diesel $5.61 $33.63 $67.25

Estimated Tolls: $16.68

George Washington Bridge $16.00
New York State Thruway (13.7 mi) $0.68

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

$25

Tolls

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.7 0 $15.99 $7.31
Efficient EV 38.1 0 $13.33 $6.09
EV Truck/SUV 60.9 0 $21.32 $9.75

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (66% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Deposit, NY

Afternoon in Deposit on Tuesday

Local time

4:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

The Bronx, NY

Afternoon in The Bronx on Tuesday

Local time

4:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

62°F

Washington Heights, NY

76 mi in

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

13 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 18m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is predominantly highway driving, with 87% of the 152.3 miles on major roads like NY 17 and NJ 17. You'll experience a significant stretch of 106 miles on NY 17 before transitioning to other routes. Expect frequent exits and varying traffic density as you approach the New York City metropolitan area.

87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106 mi on NY 17.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and NJ 17. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 106.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 20 significant decision points across 152.3 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 106.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122 miles (NY 17): 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 Deposit, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Nyst: Albany, New York City, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.

Nyst: Albany

106.8 mi in | ~2h 15m

New York City

106.8 mi in | ~2h 15m

Gsp South: Paterson

137.5 mi in | ~2h 54m

Fort Lee

137.5 mi in | ~2h 54m

New York

137.5 mi in | ~2h 54m

About the Cities

Starting in Deposit, NY

Full guide →

Arriving in The Bronx, NY

Full guide →

“The Boogie Down” · Founded 1898

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

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 18m. Total distance: 152.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 106 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $16.68 in tolls one way, starting with George Washington 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 106.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 122 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at The Bronx, NY, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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