Holley, NY to The Bronx, NY is 344 miles and takes about 7h 15m via I 81 and New York State Thruway, with a fuel budget near $56 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, making it a straightforward drive between two points in New York State. With a recommended single day for completion, you can expect a relatively efficient transit. The route primarily utilizes major highways for a significant portion of the travel time, making it a practical option for getting between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
172 miles from Holley, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
98.8 mi
1h 57m
Keystone Shortway
80 mi
1h 37m
New York State Thruway
30 mi
34m
I 380
23.6 mi
25m
Western Expressway
20.1 mi
26m
East Lake Road
9.9 mi
14m
State Highway 41
9.8 mi
13m
Clark Street Road
9.6 mi
11m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 98.8 mi, about 1h 57m
Traffic on I-80
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 336 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,210 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,900
Quietest
1 AM
~430 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holley, NY and The Bronx, NY.
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Start on NY 31
37 ft·0 sec·West Albion Street
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Continue on NY 31
0.1 mi·7 sec·Wright Street
3
Continue on NY 31
408 ft·5 sec·Public Square
4
Continue on NY 31
382 ft·5 sec·Mechanic Street
5
Continue on NY 31
0.5 mi·1 min·State Street
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Continue on NY 31
1.6 mi·2 min·Brockport-Holley Road
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Continue on NY 31
1.0 mi·1 min·West Avenue
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Turn right onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.5 mi·1 min·Redman Road
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Turn left onto NY 19 Truck; NY 31
1.2 mi·1 min·Fourth Section Road
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Continue on NY 31
4.8 mi·5 min·Brockport-Spencerport Road
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Continue on NY 531
7.5 mi·8 min·NY 531
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Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 490 East: Rochester
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Merge onto I 490
20 mi·26 min·Western Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·42 sec
Toward I 90 East: Albany
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Merge onto I 90
30 mi·34 min·New York State Thruway
16
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 41Toward NY 414: Waterloo, ClydeUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight right at fork
327 ft·7 sec
18
Continue on NY 414
0.3 mi·35 sec·State Route 414
19
Turn left onto NY 318
4.1 mi·7 min·NY 318
Use the left lane.
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 20; NY 5
1.9 mi·2 min·Auburn Road
21
Continue on US 20; NY 5
9.6 mi·11 min·Clark Street Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto State Street
226 ft·12 sec·State Street
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Turn left onto Dill Street
0.1 mi·21 sec·Dill Street
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Continue on Loop Road
458 ft·16 sec·Loop Road
25
Turn left onto Genesee Street
5.5 mi·9 min·Genesee Street
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Continue on US 20
2.2 mi·4 min·West Genesee Street Road
27
Turn right onto NY 41
0.5 mi·45 sec·East Lake Street
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Continue on NY 41
9.4 mi·13 min·East Lake Road
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Continue on NY 41
4.8 mi·7 min·State Route 41
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Continue on NY 41
0.5 mi·49 sec·East Lake Road
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Continue on NY 41
9.8 mi·13 min·State Highway 41
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Turn right onto NY 281
1.2 mi·2 min·North West Street
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Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Use the left lane.
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 81 South: Binghamton
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Merge onto I 81
45 mi·54 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·US 6
Exit 187Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt PoconoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, MilfordUse the straight lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
40
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
41
Merge onto I 80
80 mi·1 hr 37 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
42
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi·5 min·Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower LevelUse the slight right lane.
43
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Exit 70A-BToward Leonia, TeaneckUse the slight right lane.
45
Turn right
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 70AToward LeoniaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft·9 sec·Degraw Avenue
47
Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi·2 min·Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
48
Continue on CR 56
469 ft·13 sec·Main Street
49
Take the ramp
472 ft·12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
50
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi·28 sec·Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
51
Take the exit
312 ft·4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
52
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi·20 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
53
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
54
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
55
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
56
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi·3 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
57
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
58
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
59
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Noble Avenue
60
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·Bronx River Avenue
61
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·East Tremont Avenue
62
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
63
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Cruger Avenue
64
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 7h 15m estimated drive time, leaving Holley in the morning should allow you to reach The Bronx within daylight hours, especially since it's a single-day trip. Plan for about two stops to break up the 344 miles and refuel. The longest stretch without a major road change is nearly 100 miles on I 81, so consider taking a break before or after this segment. Your estimated fuel cost is around $56, so factor that into your budget. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you get closer to the New York metropolitan area.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 172 miles from Holley, NY, or about 3h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.8 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 76 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 57m
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 Holley, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Holley, NY
This is one driving day of about 344 miles and 7h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Holley, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 81 for about 98.8 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 38
5 decision points cluster between mile 69.6 and 334.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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69.6 mi into trip|~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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 41
Toward NY 414: Waterloo, Clyde
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166.5 mi into trip|~3h 39m in|I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 81 South: Scranton
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219.9 mi into trip|~4h 42m in|US 6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 187
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
8
334.5 mi into trip|~6h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
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334.8 mi into trip|~6h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 70A-B
Toward Leonia, Teaneck
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.65 one way
$111.30 round trip
$4.11/gal25.4 MPG avg120 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$60.39
$120.78
premium
$4.85
$65.66
$131.32
diesel
$4.80
$64.95
$129.91
Estimated Tolls: $17.50
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(30 mi)$1.50
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
$56
Tolls
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
103.2
1
$36.12
$16.51
Efficient EV
86
0
$30.10
$13.76
EV Truck/SUV
137.6
1
$48.16
$22.02
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Holley, NY
Morning
in Holley on Monday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Smoke
NW 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Morning
in The Bronx on Monday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Smoke
NW 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
84°F
Barton, NY
172 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
7 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
7h 15m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was guided by a deep faith and devotion to family, freedom, and community. After emancipating herself and members of her family, she moved them from Ontario, Canada to Fleming and Aubur...
Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Women’s Rights Convention, held in Seneca Falls, New York on July 19-20, 1848. It is a story of struggles for civil rights, human r...
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...
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...
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...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
Free
near mile 332.1
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
Free
near mile 332.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route involves 52% highway driving, with the longest continuous stretch on I 81 measuring 98.8 miles. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface roads as you approach your destination. Expect a mix of interstate travel and more localized roads, especially as you get closer to The Bronx. The profile is mostly surface roads, indicating a change in driving pace and scenery from the initial highway segments.
Only 52% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
64 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 98.8 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 69.6 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 38 significant decision points across 344 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 69.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 166.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,187 ft53 ft
Total Climb
1,644 ft
Total Descent
2,135 ft
Highest Point
1,187 ft
~236.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,134 ft
Notable High Points
985 ft at ~314.8 miles+681 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Holley, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Clyde, Mt Pocono and Milford.
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 7h 15m. Total distance: 344 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 15m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 98.8 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $17.50 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 69.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 166.5 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 219.9 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Harriet Tubman National Historical Park, Women's Rights National Historical Park and Hamilton Grange National Memorial (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at The Bronx, NY before the return drive.
