Origin
East Fishkill, NY
Morning in East Fishkill on Tuesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Fishkill, NY to The Bronx, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
56.2 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Fishkill, NY
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The Bronx, NY
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Trip Overview
Traveling from East Fishkill to The Bronx covers 56.3 miles and typically takes about one hour and one minute. You will navigate a mix of local roads and parkways, specifically State Route 52, the Taconic State Parkway, and the Sprain Brook Parkway. Given the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, leaving you plenty of time at your destination. Budgeting approximately $9 for fuel should cover your needs for this transit. Because both locations sit within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the suburban atmosphere of Dutchess County into the urban landscape of New York City.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Taconic State Parkway | 35.2 mi | 47m |
| Sprain Brook Parkway | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| Bronx River Parkway | 6 mi | 9m |
| State Route 52 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Bronx Park East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| White Plains Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Fordham Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Boston Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Taconic State Parkway
— 35.2 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Fishkill, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on NY 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
State Route 52
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
3
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
35 mi
·
47 min
·
Taconic State Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Sprain Brook Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on Bronx River Parkway
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Bronx River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 7E
Toward Pelham Parkway
Use the right lane.
7
Turn straight onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Fordham Road
8
Turn right onto Boston Road
524 ft
·
20 sec
·
Boston Road
9
Continue on Bronx Park East
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Bronx Park East
10
Turn right onto White Plains Road
301 ft
·
10 sec
·
White Plains Road
Use the right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto White Plains Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
White Plains Road
12
Turn left onto Sagamore Street
95 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sagamore Street
13
Turn left onto Cruger Avenue
439 ft
·
24 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.1 miles from East Fishkill, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 55.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Taconic State Parkway
Merge onto Taconic State Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
36.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Sprain Brook Parkway
Keep slight left at fork onto Sprain Brook Parkway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward Pelham Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 7E
Toward Pelham Parkway
5
55.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
Boston Road
Turn right onto Boston Road
Navigation decision point
6
55.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
White Plains Road
Turn right onto White Plains Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.25 one way
$18.50 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $10.00 | $20.01 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.89 | $21.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
The Bronx, NY
Morning in The Bronx on Tuesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 8 to 13 mph
11% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 12:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
18 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 21m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You will spend no time on traditional interstates, as the route relies entirely on state routes and parkways to connect these two points. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches on State Route 52, you should be prepared for frequent adjustments behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by its winding nature, requiring your full attention as you transition from local roads onto the parkway system. Navigating this path feels more like a technical local commute than a high-speed interstate haul.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.2 mi on Taconic State Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Taconic State Parkway and Sprain Brook Parkway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Taconic State Parkway.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.2 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles (Sprain Brook Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in East Fishkill, 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 1h 21m. Total distance: 56.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.2 miles on Taconic State 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 The Bronx, 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 1.2 miles (Taconic State Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.3 miles (Sprain Brook Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall National Monument (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.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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