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Trip from Perrysburg, 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

8h 4m

Distance

382.7 mi

616 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$63

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
7h 56m ★
6 AM
8h 4m
8 AM
8h 21m
10 AM
8h 10m
12 PM
8h 8m
3 PM
8h 11m
5 PM
8h 20m
8 PM
7h 59m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Perrysburg, NY, NY

Perrysburg, NY

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borough of New York City, New York, United States

The Bronx, NY

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Trip Overview

This 400.3-mile journey from Perrysburg, NY, to The Bronx, NY, is estimated to take about 6 hours and 39 minutes of driving time. With a projected fuel cost of around $65, this route is well-suited for a single day trip, though you could easily extend it if desired. The drive profile is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a more engaging and less highway-dominated experience. You'll be traveling entirely within New York, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. Given the duration and road type, planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the 6.5-hour drive.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

191.4 miles from Perrysburg, NY

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Southern Tier Expressway 104.5 mi 2h 2m
Keystone Shortway 80 mi 1h 37m
I 81 53.4 mi 1h 3m
State Highway 39 25 mi 35m
I 380 23.6 mi 25m
Genesee Expressway 22.2 mi 25m
Nunda-Dansville Road 12.4 mi 16m
Main Street 9.5 mi 15m
Longest stretch: Southern Tier Expressway — 104.5 mi, about 2h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Perrysburg, NY and The Bronx, NY.

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Start on NY 39

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Main Street
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Continue on NY 39

1.6 mi · 2 min · State Highway 39
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Continue on NY 39

1.0 mi · 1 min · State Highway 39
4

Continue on NY 39

0.5 mi · 50 sec · West Main Street
5

Turn straight onto US 62; NY 39

382 ft · 7 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto US 62; NY 39

0.7 mi · 1 min · Buffalo Street
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Turn right onto US 62; NY 39

1.8 mi · 2 min · Sand Hill Road
8

Turn right onto NY 39

8.7 mi · 14 min · Main Street
9

Continue on NY 39

4.2 mi · 5 min · State Highway 39
10

Continue on NY 39

2.5 mi · 6 min · West Main Street
11

Continue on NY 39

7.7 mi · 8 min · Springville Sardinia Highway
12

Continue on NY 39

0.2 mi · 10 sec · State Highway 39
13

Continue on NY 39

1.4 mi · 1 min · Schutt Road
14

Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39

0.6 mi · 56 sec · State Highway 16
15

Continue on NY 16; NY 39

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Olean Road
16

Turn left onto NY 39

1.1 mi · 2 min · State Route 39
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Continue on NY 39

2.3 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
18

Continue on NY 39

18 mi · 25 min · State Highway 39
19

Turn right onto NY 436

1.8 mi · 2 min · Denton Corners Road
20

Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436

2.2 mi · 3 min · NY 19A; NY 436
21

Turn left onto NY 436

0.3 mi · 46 sec · Hamilton Street
22

Turn left onto NY 436

360 ft · 8 sec · Main Street
23

Continue on NY 436

5.6 mi · 8 min · Portage Street
24

Continue on NY 436

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mill Street
25

Continue on NY 436

12 mi · 16 min · Nunda-Dansville Road
26

Continue on NY 436

0.7 mi · 1 min · Ossian Street
27

Turn right onto Spruce Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Spruce Street
28

Turn slight right onto NY 36

0.9 mi · 1 min · Clara Barton Street
29

Continue on NY 36

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Hornell Road
30

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
31

Merge onto I 390

22 mi · 25 min · Genesee Expressway
32

Merge onto I 86

105 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Southern Tier Expressway
33

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81

53 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 81
Toward I 81 South: Scranton Use the straight lane.
34

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6

0.8 mi · 1 min · US 6
Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
35

Continue on I 84; I 380

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford Use the straight lane.
36

Keep slight right at fork onto I 380

24 mi · 25 min · I 380
Exit 4 Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
37

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 1B Toward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
38

Merge onto I 80

80 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
39

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80

5.5 mi · 5 min · Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level Use the slight right lane.
40

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City Use the straight / slight right lanes.
41

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck Use the slight right lane.
42

Turn right

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Exit 70A Toward Leonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43

Turn straight onto CR 56

454 ft · 9 sec · Degraw Avenue
44

Continue on CR 56

1.1 mi · 2 min · Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
45

Continue on CR 56

469 ft · 13 sec · Main Street
46

Take the ramp

472 ft · 12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
47

Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
48

Take the exit

312 ft · 4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
49

Merge onto I 95 EXPR

0.3 mi · 20 sec · I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
50

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR

0.8 mi · 1 min · I 95 EXPR
51

Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9

0.6 mi · 1 min · George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
52

Continue on I 95; US 1

0.7 mi · 1 min · Trans-Manhattan Expressway
53

Continue on I 95; US 1

2.9 mi · 3 min · Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
54

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 4B Toward Rosedale Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
55

Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road

0.3 mi · 50 sec · Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
56

Turn right onto Noble Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Noble Avenue
57

Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Bronx River Avenue
58

Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · East Tremont Avenue
59

Turn left onto White Plains Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
60

Turn right onto Cruger Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Cruger Avenue
61

Arrive at destination

Cruger Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 400.3-mile drive, consider an early morning departure from Perrysburg to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach The Bronx. With a total duration of 6 hours and 39 minutes, planning for one stop is practical for stretching and refueling. The fuel cost is estimated at $65, so ensure your tank is full before you leave. Given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, staying alert and consulting your GPS frequently will be key, as you won't have the easy guidance of major highways. Keep an eye out for local signage as you navigate the numerous turns.

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.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 191.4 miles from Perrysburg, NY, or about 4h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.5 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 84 miles or 2h 5m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 191.4 miles or 4h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 191.4 miles or 4h 10m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 45m

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 Perrysburg, 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.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Perrysburg, NY

Aim for roughly 191 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into The Bronx, NY

Aim for roughly 191 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 84 miles from Perrysburg, NY.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Southern Tier Expressway for about 104.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Vestal, NY

191 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Vestal, NY

Overnight Options

Night 1

Vestal, NY

191 mi · about 4h in

A practical overnight split lands near Vestal, NY after about 191 miles or 4 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Hornell, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 84 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Vestal, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 191.4 miles from Perrysburg, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 191 miles or 4 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 300.7

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Lumis Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fairfield, New Jersey

2 mi

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bronx, New York

2.3 mi

Triplets Family Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 300.7

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+15704216566

Visit website

Lumis Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $50 to $10 mile 355.4

Fairfield, New Jersey

Hours: 12–9:30 pm

+19739442049

Visit website

Mocha Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 382.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13472027123

Visit website

An Beal Bocht Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 382.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+17188847127

Visit website

Bosphorus Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 355.4

Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+19733359690

Visit website

Tombolinos Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $30 to $50 mile 382.7

Yonkers, New York

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19142371266

Visit website

Fasil Mediterranean Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 355.4

Boonton, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19739173334

Visit website

Sabor Restaurant & Bakery

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 382.7

College Point, New York

Hours: 6:30 am–10 pm

+13473684407

Visit website

Duaa’s Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 382.7

New York, New York

+19172614093

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 136.7

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 164

Waverly, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 136.7

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Mercedes-Benz Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 136.7

Elmira, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18555023851

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 136.7

Horseheads, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18776642738

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 164

Sayre, Pennsylvania

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVolve NY Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 109.4

Bath, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19142874200

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 191.4

Vestal, New York

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Escape Garden State

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 355.4

Fairfield, New Jersey

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+19738822900

Visit website

William Pryor Letchworth Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 54.7

Castile, New York

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15854932760

Visit website

Claremont Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 382.7

Bronx, NY

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Roberto Clemente State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 382.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 8:30 am–8:30 pm

+17182998750

Visit website

Isham Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 382.7

New York, New York

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

The Bronx Museum of the Arts

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 382.7

Bronx, New York

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+17186816000

Visit website

Inwood Hill Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 382.7

New York, NY

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+12126399675

Visit website

Yankee Stadium

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 382.7

Bronx, New York

+12129265337

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 33

5 decision points cluster between mile 205.3 and 373.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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205.3 mi into trip | ~4h 27m in | I 81

Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward I 81 South: Scranton
9
258.7 mi into trip | ~5h 30m in | US 6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 6 toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Exit 187 Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbo...
7
367.8 mi into trip | ~7h 40m in | I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Level

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower Lev...
8
373.2 mi into trip | ~7h 46m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, Ne...
9
373.5 mi into trip | ~7h 46m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 70A-B Toward Leonia, Teaneck

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$62.99 one way

$125.99 round trip

$4.18/gal 25.4 MPG avg 134 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.52 $68.12 $136.24
premium $4.92 $74.17 $148.35
diesel $5.61 $84.50 $168.99

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

$63

Tolls

$16

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$209–$319

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 133.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 114.8 1 $40.18 $18.37
Efficient EV 95.7 1 $33.49 $15.31
EV Truck/SUV 153.1 1 $53.58 $24.49

Gas CO2

134 kg

EV CO2

45 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 15, 2026

Origin

Perrysburg, NY

Night in Perrysburg on Saturday

Local time

9:30 PM

EDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

The Bronx, NY

Night in The Bronx on Saturday

Local time

9:30 PM

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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

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

8 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

8h 4m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a route that keeps you actively engaged with the road, characterized by frequent turns rather than long stretches of monotonous highway. With a 0% highway share, this drive is almost entirely on local roads, making for a more intimate connection with the landscape. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the 'turn-heavy' profile implies you'll be navigating varied terrain and potentially smaller communities. The driving experience will likely involve a constant need for attention as you transition between different local road segments, offering a dynamic feel behind the wheel.

63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
61 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 104.5 mi on Southern Tier Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Southern Tier Expressway and Keystone Shortway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 205.3 miles in near I 81.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 33 significant decision points across 382.7 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 205.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 258.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 367.8 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Perrysburg, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.

Mt Pocono

258.7 mi in | ~5h 30m | via US 6

Milford

259.4 mi in | ~5h 31m | via I 84; I 380

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).

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 104.5 miles on Southern Tier Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 191 miles on day one.

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 205.3 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 258.7 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 367.8 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 8.1 hours each way, a round trip means 16.1 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.

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Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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