Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 25, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 19m
Distance
353.6 mi
569 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$57
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
24 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sardinia, NY
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The Bronx, NY
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Sardinia, NY to The Bronx, NY is 353.6 miles and takes about 7h 19m via Southern Tier Expressway, Keystone Shortway, and I 81, with a fuel budget near $57 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast, predominantly in New York State. It's a largely efficient trip, primarily utilizing major expressways for most of the distance. Given the manageable duration and fuel cost, it's well-suited for a single-day transit, though planning for a mid-trip stop is sensible.
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
176.8 miles from Sardinia, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 43m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Tier Expressway | 104.5 mi | 2h 2m |
| Keystone Shortway | 80 mi | 1h 37m |
| I 81 | 53.4 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 380 | 23.6 mi | 25m |
| Genesee Expressway | 22.2 mi | 25m |
| State Highway 39 | 18.2 mi | 25m |
| Nunda-Dansville Road | 12.4 mi | 16m |
| Portage Street | 5.6 mi | 8m |
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 168 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,210 veh/hr typical · worst 4,900
Quietest
1 AM
~430 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Step-by-step road directions between Sardinia, NY and The Bronx, NY.
Start on CR 225
Turn sharp left onto NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39
Continue on NY 16; NY 39
Turn left onto NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Continue on NY 39
Turn right onto NY 436
Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436
Turn left onto NY 436
Turn left onto NY 436
Continue on NY 436
Continue on NY 436
Continue on NY 436
Continue on NY 436
Turn right onto Spruce Street
Turn slight right onto NY 36
Continue on NY 36
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 390
Merge onto I 86
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
Continue on I 84; I 380
Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Turn right
Turn straight onto CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Continue on CR 56
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
Continue on I 95; US 1
Continue on I 95; US 1
Take the exit
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
Turn left onto White Plains Road
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this 7-hour drive, leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid traffic, especially as you get closer to The Bronx. With 2 recommended stops, you can easily break up the 353.6 miles. Consider stopping around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch is over 100 miles, and plan your fill-ups accordingly. The estimated fuel cost is around $57, so budget for that. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but don't underestimate the time needed for the final approach into the city.
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 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 78 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 176.8 miles or 3h 43m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near The Bronx, NY than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Sardinia, NY so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sardinia, NY
This is one driving day of about 353.6 miles and 7h 19m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
177 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.
A short stop after about 78 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 176.8 miles from Sardinia, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Southern Tier Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 176.1 and 344.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 81 toward I 81 South: Scranton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
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
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
Keep slight right at fork toward Leonia, Teaneck
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$57.47 one way
$114.93 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.47 | $62.20 | $124.40 |
| premium | $4.87 | $67.74 | $135.48 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $75.22 | $150.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $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: 123.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
EV Charging Along Route
24 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Dollar Tree - Tesla Supercharger
Painted Post, NY
12 DCFC
Dandy Mini Mart - Tesla Supercharger
Elmira, NY
12 DCFC
Oakdale Commons Shopping Mall - Tesla Supercharger
Johnson City, NY
12 DCFC
125 Victory Hwy - Tesla Supercharger
Painted Post, NY
10 DCFC
Tops Friendly Markets - Tesla Supercharger
Dansville, NY
8 DCFC
Hampton Inn Owego
Owego, NY
8 DCFC
Courtyard by Marriott Binghamton
Vestal, NY
8 DCFC
The Spot Restaurant - Tesla Supercharger
Binghamton, NY
8 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106.1 | 1 | $37.13 | $16.97 |
| Efficient EV | 88.4 | 1 | $30.94 | $14.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 141.4 | 1 | $49.50 | $22.63 |
Gas CO2
124 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Sardinia on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
38°F
Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Cloudy
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
Destination
Night in The Bronx on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Rain Showers
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 1:03PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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You'll spend about 66% of this 353.6-mile trip on highways. The longest continuous stretch without a significant break is 104.5 miles on the Southern Tier Expressway. Expect to transition from expressway driving to more varied road types as you approach your destination. The route features a significant amount of highway driving, suggesting a generally consistent speed limit and fewer immediate exits for much of the trip.
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 176.1 miles in near I 81.
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 31 significant decision points across 353.6 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 176.1 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 229.5 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 338.6 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sardinia, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.
Mt Pocono
Milford
“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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 19m. Total distance: 353.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 19m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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, NREL for EV charging, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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