Origin
Pelham, NY
Afternoon in Pelham on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pelham, NY to The Bronx, NY
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
15m
Distance
6.3 mi
10 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 19m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 17m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 19m
8 PM
0h 15m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pelham, NY
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The Bronx, NY
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Trip Overview
This short 7-mile journey from Pelham to The Bronx is a straightforward local transit that you can easily complete in about 18 minutes. Since the entire trip takes place within the Northeast region, you will remain in familiar surroundings throughout the drive. It is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly economical way to navigate between these two points. Because the route is so brief, it works best as a simple, no-fuss connection for your daily errands or local travel needs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Road | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| South Columbus Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| White Plains Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Wolfs Lane | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Provost Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Pelhamwood Avenue | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Sandford Boulevard East | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South 3rd Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Boston Road
— 2.9 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pelham, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on this road
154 ft
·
13 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Pelhamwood Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pelhamwood Avenue
3
Continue on Pelhamwood Avenue
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
Pelhamwood Avenue
4
Turn left onto Wolfs Lane
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wolfs Lane
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Colonial Avenue
418 ft
·
11 sec
·
Colonial Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on Sandford Boulevard East
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Sandford Boulevard East
7
Turn left onto NY 22
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Columbus Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on NY 22
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 3rd Avenue
9
Continue on NY 22
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Provost Avenue
10
Turn right onto US 1
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Boston Road
11
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
White Plains Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto White Plains Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
White Plains Road
13
Turn left onto Sagamore Street
95 ft
·
5 sec
·
Sagamore Street
14
Turn left onto Cruger Avenue
439 ft
·
24 sec
·
Cruger Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 5.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Pelhamwood Avenue
Turn right onto Pelhamwood Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Wolfs Lane
Turn left onto Wolfs Lane
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Colonial Avenue
Turn right onto Colonial Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
NY 22 / South Columbus Avenue
Turn left onto NY 22 / South Columbus Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
White Plains Road
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.04 one way
$2.07 round trip
$4.18/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.52 | $1.12 | $2.24 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.39 | $2.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| Efficient EV | 1.6 | 0 | $0.55 | $0.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Afternoon in The Bronx on Sunday
Local time
12:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 8 to 18 mph
9% chance
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
27 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
15m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 as you make your way through the area. You will navigate via Pelhamwood Avenue, Wolfs Lane, and Colonial Avenue, which keeps the pace steady but requires your full attention at intersections. Because the highway share is 0%, you won't be dealing with high-speed interstate mergers or long, monotonous stretches of pavement. Instead, you get a direct, community-focused road experience that prioritizes local access over distance. It is an uncomplicated path that moves you efficiently through the neighborhood without the stress of complex highway interchanges.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 2.9 mi on Boston Road.
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 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pelhamwood Avenue.
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 6.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Pelhamwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Wolfs Lane): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Colonial Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
133 ft
12 ft
Total Climb
180 ft
Total Descent
195 ft
Highest Point
133 ft
~3.6 mi in
Elevation Range
121 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Pelham, NY
Full guide →Founded 1788
Pelham is a town in Westchester County, New York. It contains villages called Pelham and Pelham Manor.
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
This is a super easy same-day round trip, covering just 6.3 miles and taking about 15 minutes each way. You won't need to worry about much beyond a few turns.
Family Friendly
Perfect for families, this short 6.3-mile drive is quick and manageable for kids. The navigation complexity is moderate, but the 15-minute travel time makes it a breeze.
Solo Traveler
A solo traveler will find this 6.3-mile route very comfortable, with a minimal 15-minute travel time. The turn-heavy nature might require a little focus, but it's hardly a challenge.
EV Driver
This 6.3-mile trip is easily doable on a single charge for any EV. With only a 15-minute drive time, you won't even need to think about charging stops.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 2.9 miles on Boston Road. 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: near the start (Pelhamwood Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Wolfs Lane): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (Colonial Avenue): 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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