Origin
New York City, NY
Late night in New York City on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New York City, NY to Melrose, 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
26m
Distance
11.2 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York City, NY
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Melrose, NY
Renan Tagliaferro
Trip Overview
New York City to Melrose is 11.2 miles and takes about 26 minutes via FDR Drive, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within New York, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a local, turn-heavy journey, not a long-distance trek. Consider this route for its directness and minimal time commitment, ideal for a quick transition between areas without needing overnight stays.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| FDR Drive | 7.8 mi | 14m |
| Willis Avenue Bridge | 1 mi | 3m |
| Third Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Frankfort Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Chambers Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Park Row | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East 163rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Centre Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
FDR Drive
— 7.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York City, NY and Melrose, NY.
1
Start on Broadway
79 ft
·
10 sec
·
Broadway
2
Turn left onto Chambers Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Chambers Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn right onto Centre Street
329 ft
·
15 sec
·
Centre Street
4
Turn straight
261 ft
·
11 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Turn straight onto Park Row
120 ft
·
12 sec
·
Park Row
6
Continue on Park Row
436 ft
·
24 sec
·
Park Row
Toward FDR Drive
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on Frankfort Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Frankfort Street
Toward FDR Drive
8
Turn left onto Pearl Street
51 ft
·
4 sec
·
Pearl Street
Use the left lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward FDR Drive North
10
Merge onto FDR
7.8 mi
·
14 min
·
FDR Drive
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 18
Toward I 87: Willis Avenue Bridge, Deegan Expressway
12
Turn straight onto Willis Avenue Bridge
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Willis Avenue Bridge
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left onto East 147th Street
228 ft
·
14 sec
·
East 147th Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Third Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Third Avenue
15
Turn left onto East 163rd Street
502 ft
·
17 sec
·
East 163rd Street
16
Arrive at destination
East 163rd Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Chambers Street
Turn left onto Chambers Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Park Row
Continue onto Park Row toward FDR Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward FDR Drive
7
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Pearl Street
Turn left onto Pearl Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward I 87: Willis Avenue Bridge, Deegan Expressway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 18
Toward I 87: Willis Avenue Bridge, Deegan Expre...
6
10.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
East 147th Street
Turn left onto East 147th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.84 one way
$3.69 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $1.99 | $3.99 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.17 | $4.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.47 | $4.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Melrose, NY
Late night in Melrose on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
26m 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 characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with no highway share, meaning you'll be navigating city streets and bridges. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 7.8 miles on FDR Drive, offering a brief period of consistent travel before you transition to local roads. Expect frequent turns and adjustments as you make your way through the urban landscape. The drive's personality is that of a practical, in-city transit rather than a scenic exploration.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.8 mi on FDR Drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Chambers Street.
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 11.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Park Row): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Pearl Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from New York City, NY to Melrose, NY, road signs begin pointing toward Fdr Drive North along the way.
Fdr Drive North
0.6 mi in
|
~2m
About the Cities
Starting in New York City, NY
Full guide →“The City That Never Sleeps” · Founded 1624
New York (known as "The Big Apple", "NYC," and often called "New York City") is a global center for media, entertainment, art, fashion, research, finance, and trade. The bustling, cosmopolitan heart of the 4th largest metropolis in the world and by far the most populous city in the United States, New York has long been a key entry point and a defining city for the nation. From the Statue of Liberty in the harbor to the Empire State Building towering over the Manhattan skyline, from the tunnels of the subway to the riches of Wall Street, from the bright signs of Times Square to the naturalistic beauty of Central Park, and from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx to Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York's landmarks are quintessential American landmarks. The city's neighborhoods and streets are so iconic they have become ingrained into the American consciousness.
Top landmarks
- • Statue of Liberty — American icon in New York, United States
- • National September 11 Memorial & Museum — memorial & museum in New York City commemorating the September 11, 2001 attacks
- • Plaza Hotel — hotel in Midtown Manhattan, New York City
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 26m. Total distance: 11.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.8 miles on FDR Drive. 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 Melrose, 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: near the start (Chambers Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Park Row): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (Pearl Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — African Burial Ground National Monument, Federal Hall National Memorial and Castle Clinton 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 Melrose, 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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