This 350.3-mile journey from Norfolk, NY, to The Bronx, NY, will take approximately 7 hours and 39 minutes of driving time. It's a highway-focused drive primarily utilizing I-87, also known as the Adirondack Northway, and State Highway 56. With a fuel cost estimated at $58, this route is manageable as a single-day trip, though you'll want to factor in two planned stops to break up the drive. The route predominantly stays within New York, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region, offering a consistent experience for most of its length. It's a straightforward option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
175.1 miles from Norfolk, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 87
118.6 mi
2h 17m
Adirondack Northway
77 mi
1h 30m
State Highway 56
35 mi
51m
State Highway 28N
30.3 mi
43m
Adirondack Trail
19.3 mi
27m
State Route 3
14.8 mi
20m
NJ 17
14.1 mi
18m
NJ 4
6.7 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
I 87
— 118.6 mi, about 2h 17m
Traffic on I-87
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 60 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,496 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,286
Quietest
1 AM
~113 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.1×
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 Norfolk, NY and The Bronx, NY.
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Start on Hepburn Street
148 ft·9 sec·Hepburn Street
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Turn right onto 38A
0.4 mi·1 min·West Main Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto NY 56
4.3 mi·5 min·South Main Street
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Continue on NY 56
3.6 mi·4 min·State Highway 56
5
Continue on NY 56
1.1 mi·3 min·Market Street
6
Turn left onto US 11
0.2 mi·39 sec·Elm Street
7
Turn right onto Park Street
248 ft·7 sec·Park Street
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Park Street
198 ft·7 sec·Park Street
9
Continue on NY 56
1.0 mi·2 min·Pierrepont Avenue
10
Continue on NY 56
31 mi·47 min·State Highway 56
11
At end of road, turn left onto NY 3
15 mi·20 min·State Route 3
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Continue on NY 3
1.0 mi·2 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 3
1.2 mi·2 min·Demars Boulevard
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Continue on NY 3
0.1 mi·30 sec·Lake Street
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Turn left onto NY 3
282 ft·12 sec·Mill Street
16
Turn right onto NY 30
0.2 mi·33 sec·East Park Street
17
Turn left onto NY 30
1.9 mi·3 min·Wawbeek Avenue
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Continue on NY 30
0.8 mi·1 min·Adirondack Trail
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Continue on NY 30
0.5 mi·46 sec·Moody Road
20
Continue on NY 30
18 mi·25 min·Adirondack Trail
21
Continue on NY 30
0.3 mi·42 sec·Lake Street
22
Continue on NY 30
0.4 mi·58 sec·Adirondack Trail
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At end of road, turn left onto NY 28N
0.7 mi·1 min·State Highway 28N
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Continue on NY 28N
2.5 mi·3 min·Newcomb Road
25
Continue on NY 28N
30 mi·41 min·State Highway 28N
26
Turn slight left onto CR 30
2.8 mi·4 min·A P Morse Highway
27
Keep slight left at fork onto Donnelly Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Donnelly Road
28
Continue on CR 29
1.2 mi·1 min·County Highway 29
29
Continue on CR 19
4.8 mi·7 min·Olmstedville Road
30
Turn straight onto US 9
0.2 mi·38 sec·US 9
31
Turn left onto Valley Farm Road
0.3 mi·33 sec·Valley Farm Road
32
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·31 sec
33
Merge onto I 87
77 mi·1 hr 30 min·Adirondack Northway
Use the slight right lane.
34
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.
35
Continue on I 87
0.5 mi·51 sec·I 87
Exit 1WToward I 87 South, I 90 West: New York, Buffalo
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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.
37
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.
38
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi·39 sec·I 287; NJ 17
39
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.
40
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
41
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
42
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi·24 sec·NJ 4
Use the right lane.
43
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi·8 min·NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Take the exit
0.2 mi·18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington BridgeUse the straight / slight left lanes.
45
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi·54 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
46
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
47
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
49
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi·3 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
51
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
52
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Noble Avenue
53
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·Bronx River Avenue
54
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·East Tremont Avenue
55
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
56
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Cruger Avenue
57
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour, 39-minute drive, aim for an early morning departure from Norfolk to avoid potential traffic as you get closer to The Bronx. With two recommended stops, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps one midway and another closer to your final destination. The longest stretch on I-87 is significant, so ensure you have ample fuel before embarking on that segment. Given the 350.3-mile distance, completing this in one day is feasible, but being flexible with your timing will be advantageous for managing the drive and any unforeseen delays.
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 175.1 miles from Norfolk, NY, or about 4h 5m 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 77 miles or 1h 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175.1 miles or 4h 5m 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 20m
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 Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, NY
This is one driving day of about 350.3 miles and 7h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Norfolk, 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 30
5 decision points cluster between mile 201.4 and 348.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
201.4 mi into trip|~4h 36m 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
202.3 mi into trip|~4h 38m 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
320 mi into trip|~6h 54m 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
321.4 mi into trip|~6h 56m 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
348.7 mi into trip|~7h 34m 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
$56.67 one way
$113.34 round trip
$4.11/gal25.4 MPG avg123 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.46
$61.50
$122.99
premium
$4.85
$66.86
$133.72
diesel
$4.80
$66.14
$132.29
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
$57
Tolls
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$98–$123
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
105.1
1
$36.78
$16.81
Efficient EV
87.6
1
$30.65
$14.01
EV Truck/SUV
140.1
1
$49.04
$22.42
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 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
Norfolk, NY
Late night
in Norfolk on Monday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Sunny
W 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Late night
in The Bronx on Monday
Local time
5:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
89°F
Smoke
NW 7 mph0% chanceLive 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
12 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 39m 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 350.3
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 350.3
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...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 181.2
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 350.3
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 350.3
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 350.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that is 65% highway, giving you a good amount of time on faster-paced roads like I-87. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 118.6 miles on I-87, which means you can settle in for some distance before needing to exit. While it's largely a highway-focused profile, there are segments on State Highway 56 that offer a slightly different pace. This mix provides a dynamic driving experience, transitioning between open highway cruising and more localized road travel as you approach your destination.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
57 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
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 87 and Adirondack Northway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 201.4 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 30 significant decision points across 350.3 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 201.4 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.3 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 320 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,906 ft53 ft
Total Climb
1,981 ft
Total Descent
2,184 ft
Highest Point
1,906 ft
~75.1 mi in
Elevation Range
1,853 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Norfolk, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Albany, New York and Buffalo.
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 39m. Total distance: 350.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 39m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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.
Yes — we found about 18 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 201.4 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 202.3 miles (I 87): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 320 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 7.7 hours each way, a round trip means 15.3 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.
