Traveling from Massena to The Bronx covers 367.3 miles and takes approximately 6 hours and 29 minutes of drive time. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it is best approached as a full-day journey. You should budget about $58 for fuel to complete the trip. While the drive is manageable in a single day, the turn-heavy nature of the roads requires your full attention behind the wheel. Expect a shift from the rural Northeast landscape of Massena toward the dense, urban environment of The Bronx as you head south through New York State.
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
179.2 miles from Massena, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 7m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 87
118.6 mi
2h 17m
Adirondack Northway
103.7 mi
2h 1m
Santa Clara Road
20.9 mi
31m
State Highway 73
18.7 mi
27m
NJ 17
14.1 mi
18m
Main Street
10.9 mi
16m
Adirondack Trail
8.9 mi
12m
NJ 4
6.7 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
I 87
— 118.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Massena, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on Main Street
11 mi·16 min·Main Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto NY 11C; NY 420
0.1 mi·17 sec·State Highway 11C
3
Turn left onto NY 420
1.3 mi·2 min·State Highway 420
4
Continue on CR 49
5.9 mi·10 min·Hopkinton-Winthrop Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto County Road 49
0.2 mi·22 sec·County Road 49
6
At end of road, turn left onto County Road 49
1.3 mi·2 min·County Road 49
7
At end of road, turn left onto NY 11B
2.0 mi·2 min·NY 11B
8
Turn right onto NY 458
3.5 mi·5 min·State Highway 458
9
Turn slight right onto NY 458
4.0 mi·6 min·Santa Clara Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto NY 458
17 mi·25 min·Santa Clara Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto NY 30
8.9 mi·12 min·Adirondack Trail
12
Turn left onto NY 86
3.7 mi·5 min·Easy Street
13
Continue on NY 86
1.9 mi·2 min·State Highway 86
14
Continue on NY 86
2.8 mi·4 min·Harrietstown Road
15
Continue on NY 86
3.0 mi·4 min·State Highway 86
16
Continue on NY 86
0.5 mi·56 sec·Broadway Street
17
Turn left onto NY 86
490 ft·12 sec·Bloomingdale Avenue
18
Turn right onto NY 3; NY 86
0.4 mi·50 sec·Church Street
19
At end of road, turn left onto NY 86
0.2 mi·32 sec·River Street
20
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 86
304 ft·8 sec·River Street
21
Turn slight right onto NY 86
1.1 mi·2 min·Lake Flower Avenue
22
Continue on NY 86
4.9 mi·7 min·Saranac-Placid Road
23
Turn right onto CR 35
3.6 mi·6 min·Old Military Road
24
Turn straight onto NY 73
5.3 mi·7 min·Cascade Road
25
Continue on NY 73
7.2 mi·10 min·State Highway 73
26
Turn straight onto NY 9N; NY 73
1.8 mi·3 min·State Highway 9N
27
Continue on NY 73
11 mi·16 min·State Highway 73
28
Turn straight onto US 9
2.1 mi·2 min·US 9
29
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 87 South
30
Merge onto I 87
104 mi·2 hr 1 min·Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
0.3 mi·31 sec·I 87
Exit 1E-WToward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, BuffaloUse the slight right lane.
32
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi·51 sec·I 87
Exit 1WToward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
33
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87
118 mi·2 hr 16 min·I 87
Toward I 87 South: New YorkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi·59 sec·NY 17
Exit 15Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New JerseyUse the slight right lane.
35
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
36
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
14 mi·18 min·NJ 17
Exit 66Toward NJ 17 South: MahwahUse the slight left / straight lanes.
37
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
39
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi·24 sec·NJ 4
Use the right lane.
40
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi·8 min·NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington BridgeUse the straight / slight left lanes.
42
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi·54 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
44
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
45
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
46
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi·3 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
47
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
49
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Noble Avenue
50
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·Bronx River Avenue
51
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·East Tremont Avenue
52
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
53
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Cruger Avenue
54
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a lengthy 6-hour and 29-minute commitment, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid navigating the complex local turns after dark. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the constant maneuvering can be more taxing than standard highway driving. Keep your fuel gauge in mind, as local roads may not offer the same frequency of service stations found on major corridors. Given the $58 fuel estimate, topping off before you leave Massena is a smart move. Stay alert for changing speed limits and intersection transitions, as the route requires frequent adjustments to your driving speed.
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 179.2 miles from Massena, NY, or about 4h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118.6 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 79 miles or 2h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 179.2 miles or 4h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 26m
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 Massena, 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.
+
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Massena, NY
This is one driving day of about 358.3 miles and 7h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Massena, 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 87 for about 118.6 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 32
5 decision points cluster between mile 209.5 and 356.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
209.5 mi into trip|~4h 42m in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New York, Buffalo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1E-W
Toward I 87 South, I 90: Boston, Albany, New Yo...
7
210.3 mi into trip|~4h 43m in|I 87
Keep slight right at fork onto I 87 toward I 87 South: New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 87 South: New York
9
328.1 mi into trip|~7h 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
329.4 mi into trip|~7h 2m 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
356.7 mi into trip|~7h 39m 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
$58.98 one way
$117.96 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg125 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$63.77
$127.55
premium
$4.92
$69.45
$138.89
diesel
$5.61
$79.11
$158.22
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
$59
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$100–$125
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 125.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
107.5
1
$37.62
$17.20
Efficient EV
89.6
1
$31.35
$14.33
EV Truck/SUV
143.3
1
$50.16
$22.93
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 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 14, 2026
Origin
Massena, NY
Late night
in Massena on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Patchy Fog
N 3 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:13PM EDT until April 16 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Late night
in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
5:56 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
7h 45m 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.
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 358.3
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 358.3
In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surr...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 185.3
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 358.3
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
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 358.3
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 358.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than a typical interstate trek, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate a series of local connectors, including Highway 11C, Highway 420, and Hopkinton-Winthrop Road. The road’s personality is defined by constant turns and technical driving rather than long, monotonous straightaways. Because you are avoiding major highways, the pace is dictated by the winding path of local infrastructure. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience where your focus remains primarily on the road ahead rather than high-speed cruising.
Only 50% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
54 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118.6 mi on I 87.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 209.5 miles in near I 87.
Driving Effort9/10
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 32 significant decision points across 358.3 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 209.5 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210.3 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 328.1 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 Massena, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
Massena is in upstate New York right on the Saint Lawrence River which forms the border with Canada.
There is a bridge to the Canadian town of Cornwall a few miles downriver. Forty miles (60 km) upriver is another bridge linking Ogdensburg, New York to Prescott, Ontario.
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 45m. Total distance: 358.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 45m 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 118.6 miles on I 87. 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 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 209.5 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 210.3 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 328.1 miles (NY 17): 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 Saratoga National Historical Park (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.8 hours each way, a round trip means 15.5 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.
