Traveling from Sheridan to The Bronx covers 420 miles of New York state territory, clocking in at approximately 6 hours and 55 minutes of total drive time. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a highway sprint, you should plan on this being a full-day commitment. While it is technically possible to complete the journey in one day, the lack of interstate travel makes it a demanding trek that requires your full focus. Budgeting about $66 for fuel is a solid starting point for your planning. Since both your start and end points are located within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional atmosphere throughout the trip, though the transition from rural Sheridan to the dense urban environment of The Bronx is significant.
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
198.2 miles from Sheridan, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 24m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Sheridan, NY and The Bronx, NY.
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Start on US 20
95 ft·8 sec·East Main Street
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Turn sharp right onto CTR 79
1.4 mi·3 min·Center Road
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Turn left onto NY 39
2.6 mi·3 min·State Highway 39
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Continue on NY 39
0.5 mi·43 sec·Main Street
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Turn right onto NY 39
0.6 mi·1 min·Lodi Street
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Continue on NY 39
8.0 mi·11 min·State Highway 39
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Continue on NY 39
1.1 mi·1 min·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
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Continue on NY 39
0.5 mi·50 sec·West Main Street
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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
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Turn right onto NY 39
8.7 mi·14 min·Main Street
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Continue on NY 39
4.2 mi·5 min·State Highway 39
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Continue on NY 39
2.5 mi·6 min·West Main Street
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Continue on NY 39
7.7 mi·8 min·Springville Sardinia Highway
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Continue on NY 39
0.2 mi·10 sec·State Highway 39
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Continue on NY 39
1.4 mi·1 min·Schutt Road
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Turn right onto NY 16; NY 39
0.6 mi·56 sec·State Highway 16
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Continue on NY 16; NY 39
0.2 mi·26 sec·Olean Road
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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
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Continue on NY 39
18 mi·25 min·State Highway 39
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Turn right onto NY 436
1.8 mi·2 min·Denton Corners Road
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Turn right onto NY 19A; NY 436
2.2 mi·3 min·NY 19A; NY 436
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Turn left onto NY 436
0.3 mi·46 sec·Hamilton Street
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Turn left onto NY 436
360 ft·8 sec·Main Street
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Continue on NY 436
5.6 mi·8 min·Portage Street
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Continue on NY 436
1.0 mi·1 min·Mill Street
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Continue on NY 436
12 mi·16 min·Nunda-Dansville Road
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Continue on NY 436
0.7 mi·1 min·Ossian Street
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Turn right onto Spruce Street
0.1 mi·32 sec·Spruce Street
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Turn slight right onto NY 36
0.9 mi·1 min·Clara Barton Street
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Continue on NY 36
0.1 mi·11 sec·Hornell Road
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Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
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Merge onto I 390
22 mi·25 min·Genesee Expressway
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Merge onto I 86
105 mi·2 hr 2 min·Southern Tier Expressway
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 81
53 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 81
Toward I 81 South: ScrantonUse the straight lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 6
0.8 mi·1 min·US 6
Exit 187Toward I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt PoconoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 84; I 380
3.7 mi·4 min·I 84; I 380
Toward I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, MilfordUse the straight lane.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 380
24 mi·25 min·I 380
Exit 4Toward I 380 South: Mount Pocono
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Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 80 East: Stroudsburg
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Merge onto I 80
80 mi·1 hr 37 min·Keystone Shortway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
5.5 mi·5 min·Christopher Columbus Highway
Toward I 95: George Washington Bridge Lower LevelUse the slight right lane.
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Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·23 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge, New York CityUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·38 sec
Exit 70A-BToward Leonia, TeaneckUse the slight right lane.
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Turn right
0.2 mi·35 sec
Exit 70AToward LeoniaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Turn straight onto CR 56
454 ft·9 sec·Degraw Avenue
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Continue on CR 56
1.1 mi·2 min·Fort Lee Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on CR 56
469 ft·13 sec·Main Street
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Take the ramp
472 ft·12 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge
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Merge onto US 1; US 9; US 46
0.3 mi·28 sec·Bergen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
312 ft·4 sec
Toward George Washington Bridge Upper Level
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Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.3 mi·20 sec·I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi·1 min·I 95 EXPR
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Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi·1 min·George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi·1 min·Trans-Manhattan Expressway
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Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi·3 min·Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 4BToward Rosedale AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
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Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi·20 sec·Noble Avenue
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Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·Bronx River Avenue
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Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·East Tremont Avenue
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Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi·1 min·White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
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Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi·32 sec·Cruger Avenue
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Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 6-hour and 55-minute duration, departing early in the morning is your best strategy to ensure you arrive in The Bronx before late-night traffic sets in. Since you are navigating local roads exclusively, you should factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as local routes don't always offer the same frequency of service stations found on major highways; keeping your tank topped off is a smart safety measure. With a $66 fuel estimate, try to fill up in areas where prices are most competitive to keep your travel costs on track. Use the flexibility of your one-stop plan to choose a location that breaks up the drive at a point where you feel you need the most relief.
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 198.2 miles from Sheridan, NY, or about 4h 24m 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 87 miles or 2h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 198.2 miles or 4h 24m 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 198.2 miles or 4h 24m
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 7h 7m
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 Sheridan, 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 Sheridan, NY
Aim for roughly 198 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into The Bronx, NY
Aim for roughly 198 miles and 4.2 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 87 miles from Sheridan, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 35
5 decision points cluster between mile 218.9 and 387.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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218.9 mi into trip|~4h 49m 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
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272.3 mi into trip|~5h 52m 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...
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381.4 mi into trip|~8h 2m 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...
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386.8 mi into trip|~8h 8m 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...
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387.1 mi into trip|~8h 8m 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
$65.23 one way
$130.47 round trip
$4.18/gal25.4 MPG avg139 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.52
$70.54
$141.08
premium
$4.92
$76.81
$153.62
diesel
$5.61
$87.50
$175.00
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
$65
Tolls
$16
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$211–$321
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 138.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
118.9
1
$41.61
$19.02
Efficient EV
99.1
1
$34.68
$15.85
EV Truck/SUV
158.5
1
$55.48
$25.36
Gas CO2
139 kg
EV CO2
46 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 Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Sheridan, NY
Night
in Sheridan on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Night
in The Bronx on Saturday
Local time
9:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
SW 6 to 10 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 10:09PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 9:03PM EDT by NWS Buffalo 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.
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
4 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 25m 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.
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 396.3
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 396.3
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 396.3
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 396.3
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 396.3
Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 396.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a very different experience than your typical interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will rely entirely on local roads like Center Road, Highway 39, and Main Street, which creates a highly technical and turn-heavy driving environment. Because you are avoiding major expressways, the pace is slower and requires constant attention to navigation and changing speed limits. This is not a route for cruising on autopilot; instead, it demands engagement with the road as you wind through the local landscape. Be prepared for a persistent, steady pace that rewards drivers who prefer staying off the major freeways.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
67 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 218.9 miles in near I 81.
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 35 significant decision points across 396.3 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 218.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 272.3 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 381.4 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 Sheridan, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Mt Pocono and Milford.
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
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 198 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 218.9 miles (I 81): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 272.3 miles (US 6): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 381.4 miles (I 80 / Christopher Columbus Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.4 hours each way, a round trip means 16.9 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.
