Traveling from Huron to The Bronx spans 302.7 miles, a journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 5 minutes behind the wheel. Because this distance is manageable within a single day, you can easily complete the trip in one go without needing an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $48 for fuel to make the transit. This route keeps you entirely within the Northeast region, transitioning from the rural landscapes of Huron down to the dense urban environment of New York City. Since the trip involves a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, you should prepare for a more involved experience than a standard highway cruise. It is a straightforward trek for anyone comfortable with local road navigation.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
148.9 miles from Huron, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 81
128.7 mi
2h 32m
Keystone Shortway
80 mi
1h 37m
I 380
23.6 mi
25m
I 690
8.7 mi
10m
State Highway 370
7.9 mi
10m
NY 31
5.9 mi
7m
West Genesee Road
5.7 mi
8m
Christopher Columbus Highway
5.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 81
— 128.7 mi, about 2h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huron, NY and The Bronx, NY.
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Start on North Huron Road
0.4 mi·1 min·North Huron Road
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Turn right onto Lummisville Road
2.6 mi·3 min·Lummisville Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 143
0.4 mi·1 min·Ridge Road
4
Continue on West Main Street
0.7 mi·1 min·West Main Street
5
Turn left onto Mill Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·Mill Street
6
Continue on Oswego Street
0.5 mi·1 min·Oswego Street
7
Continue on CR 163
3.1 mi·5 min·Ridge Road
8
Turn slight right onto NY 370
2.1 mi·2 min·State Route 370
9
Continue on NY 370
7.9 mi·10 min·State Highway 370
10
Continue on NY 370
3.6 mi·7 min·West Main Street
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Continue on NY 370
1.7 mi·2 min·State Route 370
12
Continue on NY 370
0.7 mi·53 sec·Main Street
13
Continue on NY 370
5.7 mi·8 min·West Genesee Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Take the exit onto NY 31
5.9 mi·7 min·NY 31
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on I 690
8.7 mi·10 min·I 690
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 81 South: BinghamtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 81
2.8 mi·4 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I-81
0.8 mi·48 sec·I-81
19
Continue on I 81
73 mi·1 hr 25 min·I 81
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
21
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.
22
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.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
24
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
25
Merge onto I 80
80 mi·1 hr 37 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
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.
27
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.
28
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Exit 70A-BToward Leonia, TeaneckUse the slight right lane.
29
Turn right
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 70AToward LeoniaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft·9 sec·Degraw Avenue
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Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi·2 min·Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
32
Continue on CR 56
469 ft·13 sec·Main Street
33
Take the ramp
472 ft·12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
34
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi·28 sec·Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit
312 ft·4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
36
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi·20 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
38
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
39
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
40
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi·3 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
43
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Noble Avenue
44
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·Bronx River Avenue
45
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·East Tremont Avenue
46
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
47
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Cruger Avenue
48
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 5 hour and 5 minute duration, hitting the road early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential congestion as you approach The Bronx. Since there are no designated stops in the plan, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a breather, but remember to factor those breaks into your total travel time. Keep your $48 fuel budget in mind and consider topping off your tank before you depart from Huron to ensure a smooth transition. Because the route is entirely comprised of local roads, stay alert at intersections and keep a close eye on your navigation to avoid missing turns. Prioritize comfort and hydration, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive requires more physical engagement than a traditional highway commute.
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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 148.9 miles from Huron, NY, or about 3h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.7 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 66 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 148.9 miles or 3h 10m 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 2m
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 Huron, 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 Huron, NY
This is one driving day of about 297.9 miles and 6h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Huron, 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 I 81 for about 128.7 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 29.5 and 288.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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29.5 mi into trip|~47m in|NY 31
Take the exit onto NY 31
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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120.4 mi into trip|~2h 36m 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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173.8 mi into trip|~3h 39m 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
288.3 mi into trip|~5h 55m 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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288.6 mi into trip|~5h 56m 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
$49.04 one way
$98.07 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg104 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$53.02
$106.05
premium
$4.92
$57.74
$115.48
diesel
$5.61
$65.77
$131.55
Estimated Tolls: $16.00
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
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
$49
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$90–$115
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
89.4
1
$31.28
$14.30
Efficient EV
74.5
0
$26.07
$11.92
EV Truck/SUV
119.2
1
$41.71
$19.07
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% 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 Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Huron, NY
Morning
in Huron on Tuesday
Local time
7:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Morning
in The Bronx on Tuesday
Local time
7:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 9 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 13 at 12:55AM EDT until April 13 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Burlington VT
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 12:22AM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
10 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
6h 13m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than a typical interstate haul, as this route is characterized by a turn-heavy local profile rather than high-speed highway driving. With a 0% highway share, you will be navigating local roads for the entirety of the 302.7-mile journey. This creates a more technical and hands-on driving environment where you must remain focused on constant turns and changing road conditions. While you won't encounter the monotony of long, straight stretches, the trade-off is a more varied and engaging pace. You should anticipate a drive that demands your full attention as you transition through the diverse local road networks connecting Huron to The Bronx.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
48 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 128.7 mi on I 81.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 81 and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.5 miles in near NY 31.
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 26 significant decision points across 297.9 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 29.5 miles (NY 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.4 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.8 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,970 ft53 ft
Total Climb
2,171 ft
Total Descent
2,508 ft
Highest Point
1,970 ft
~191.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,917 ft
Notable High Points
1,970 ft at ~191.5 miles+953 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Huron, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward 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 6h 13m. Total distance: 297.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 13m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 128.7 miles on I 81. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.00 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 29.5 miles (NY 31): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.4 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 173.8 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.2 hours each way, a round trip means 12.4 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.
