Origin
Pawling, NY
Morning in Pawling on Tuesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pawling, NY to The Bronx, 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
1h 22m
Distance
57.5 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pawling, NY
Peter Olexa
The Bronx, NY
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Trip Overview
Driving from Pawling to The Bronx covers 58.8 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance within the Northeast, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $9 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating this route involves a steady transition from the quieter environment of Pawling into the dense, urban landscape of The Bronx. It is a straightforward commute that doesn't require complex planning, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for an efficient connection between these two New York locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 684 | 27.4 mi | 32m |
| State Highway 22 | 12 mi | 18m |
| Hutchinson River Parkway | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| Boston Road | 3.4 mi | 7m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| White Plains Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Boston Post Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cruger Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 684
— 27.4 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pawling, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on West Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
2
Turn right onto NY 22; NY 55
12 mi
·
18 min
·
State Highway 22
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on I 684
27 mi
·
32 min
·
I 684
4
Keep slight left at fork
1.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Use the straight lane.
5
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Hutchinson River Parkway
Toward Whitestone Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 4
Toward US 1: Pelham Manor, New Rochelle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 1
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Boston Post Road
9
Continue on US 1
3.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Boston Road
10
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Plains Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto White Plains Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
White Plains Road
12
Turn left onto Sagamore Street
95 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sagamore Street
13
Turn left onto Cruger Avenue
439 ft
·
24 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Pawling, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 52.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
NY 22; NY 55 / State Highway 22
Turn right onto NY 22; NY 55 / State Highway 22
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
40.3 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 1
Toward Hutchinson River Parkway, New York City
5
41.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Hutchinson River Parkway
Merge onto Hutchinson River Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
49.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
Hutchinson River Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto Hutchinson River Parkway toward Whitestone Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Whitestone Bridge
8
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 1: Pelham Manor, New Rochelle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward US 1: Pelham Manor, New Rochelle
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.46 one way
$18.93 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $10.23 | $20.47 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.14 | $22.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.70 | $25.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.04 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.03 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.05 | $3.68 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
The Bronx, NY
Morning in The Bronx on Tuesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
1 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
1h 22m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. With a highway share of 0%, you won't be cruising on high-speed interstates; instead, you will navigate winding local roads that shift in character as you head south. The journey is continuous, as there are no designated stops along the way. You will find that the rhythm of the drive changes steadily as the rural surroundings of Pawling give way to the more congested, intricate road networks found closer to The Bronx. Be prepared for a hands-on driving experience that relies on navigating smaller roads rather than long, monotonous stretches.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.4 mi on I 684.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 684 and State Highway 22. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near NY 22; NY 55 / State Highway 22.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.5 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.8 miles (NY 22; NY 55 / State Highway 22): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
611 ft
17 ft
Total Climb
526 ft
Total Descent
935 ft
Highest Point
611 ft
~8.2 mi in
Elevation Range
595 ft
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.
Between Pawling, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward New York City and New Rochelle.
New York City
40.3 mi in
|
~52m
New Rochelle
52.9 mi in
|
~1h 10m
About the Cities
Arriving in The Bronx, NY
Full guide →“The Boogie Down” · Founded 1898
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
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 1h 22m. Total distance: 57.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.4 miles on I 684. 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 The Bronx, 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: at 0.8 miles (NY 22; NY 55 / State Highway 22): Lane positioning matters here; at 40.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.8 miles (Hutchinson River Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial and Stonewall 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 The Bronx, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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