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Trip from Stockbridge, NY to The Bronx, NY
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h
Distance
232.3 mi
374 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 47m
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6 AM
5h 1m
8 AM
5h 28m
10 AM
5h 10m
12 PM
5h 7m
3 PM
5h 11m
5 PM
5h 26m
8 PM
4h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stockbridge, NY
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The Bronx, NY
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Trip Overview
Stockbridge, NY to The Bronx, NY is 232.3 miles and takes about 5h via NY 17 and NJ 17, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region, primarily traveling through New York and briefly into New Jersey. With 83% of the drive on highways, expect a straightforward route focused on covering ground efficiently. This is a solid option for a single-day trip if you're looking to get from upstate New York to the New York City area without much fuss.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
116.2 miles from Stockbridge, NY
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NY 17 | 106 mi | 2h 12m |
| State Highway 8 | 36.8 mi | 41m |
| NJ 17 | 14.1 mi | 18m |
| New York State Thruway | 13.7 mi | 15m |
| State Highway 12 | 10.2 mi | 15m |
| Rexford Street | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| NJ 4 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| State Route 12B | 6.6 mi | 9m |
Longest stretch:
NY 17
— 106 mi, about 2h 12m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 26 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~4,060 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~1,244 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
3.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 72 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stockbridge, NY and The Bronx, NY.
1
Start on CR 33
74 ft
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2 sec
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Middle Road
2
Turn right onto CR 38
37 ft
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8 sec
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Haslauer Road
3
Turn sharp left onto NY 46
0.6 mi
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57 sec
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State Route 46
4
Continue on NY 46
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
5
Continue on NY 46
5.8 mi
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7 min
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Bear Path Road
6
Turn right onto NY 46
120 ft
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8 sec
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NY 46
7
Continue on US 20; NY 46
0.2 mi
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24 sec
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US 20; NY 46
8
Continue on NY 46
1.4 mi
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1 min
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State Route 46
9
Continue on NY 12B
2.0 mi
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2 min
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State Route 12B
10
Continue on NY 12B
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Utica Street
11
Turn slight right onto NY 12B
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Broad Street
12
Continue on NY 12B
4.6 mi
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6 min
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State Route 12B
13
Continue on NY 12B
1.4 mi
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2 min
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North Main Street
14
Continue on NY 12B
3.7 mi
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5 min
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State Highway 12B
15
Continue on NY 12B
1.4 mi
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2 min
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North Main Street
16
Continue on NY 12
10 mi
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15 min
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State Highway 12
17
Continue on NY 12
0.6 mi
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1 min
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North Broad Street
18
Turn left onto NY 23
8.3 mi
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9 min
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Rexford Street
19
Turn right onto NY 8
18 mi
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20 min
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State Highway 8
20
Continue on NY 8
0.4 mi
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29 sec
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Airport Road
21
Continue on NY 8
19 mi
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21 min
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State Highway 8
22
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
0.3 mi
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18 sec
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Oak Street
23
Continue on NY 8; NY 10
0.4 mi
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44 sec
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State Highway 10
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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27 sec
Toward NY 17 East
25
Merge onto NY 17
105 mi
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2 hr 11 min
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NY 17
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
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59 sec
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
Use the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
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1 min
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City
Use the slight right lane.
28
Merge onto I 87
14 mi
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15 min
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New York State Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17
0.9 mi
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59 sec
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NY 17
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Use the slight right lane.
30
Continue on I 287; NJ 17
0.5 mi
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39 sec
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I 287; NJ 17
31
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17
14 mi
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18 min
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NJ 17
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
32
Take the exit
0.1 mi
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19 sec
Toward NJ 4, GSP South: Paterson, Fort Lee, New York
33
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
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1 min
Toward NJ 4 East: Fort Lee, New York
34
Merge onto NJ 4
0.3 mi
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24 sec
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NJ 4
Use the right lane.
35
Continue on NJ 4
6.4 mi
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8 min
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NJ 4
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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18 sec
Toward I 95 North: George Washington Bridge
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
37
Merge onto I 95 EXPR
0.7 mi
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54 sec
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I 95 EXPR
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
38
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 EXPR
0.8 mi
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1 min
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I 95 EXPR
39
Continue on I 95; US 1; US 9
0.6 mi
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1 min
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George Washington Bridge (upper level)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Continue on I 95; US 1
0.7 mi
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1 min
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Trans-Manhattan Expressway
41
Continue on I 95; US 1
2.9 mi
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3 min
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Cross Bronx Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
42
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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26 sec
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Continue on Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
0.3 mi
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50 sec
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Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road
44
Turn right onto Noble Avenue
0.1 mi
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20 sec
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Noble Avenue
45
Turn right onto Bronx River Avenue
0.2 mi
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34 sec
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Bronx River Avenue
46
Turn straight onto East Tremont Avenue
0.3 mi
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1 min
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East Tremont Avenue
47
Turn left onto White Plains Road
0.5 mi
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1 min
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White Plains Road
Use the left lane.
48
Turn right onto Cruger Avenue
0.1 mi
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32 sec
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Cruger Avenue
49
Arrive at destination
Cruger Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, leaving Stockbridge in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and avoid arriving in The Bronx during peak evening traffic. The route is designed for a single day, so you won't need to plan for an overnight stay. You'll have one recommended stop, which is ample time to stretch your legs and refuel. Pay attention to the transition from highways to local roads as you enter the New York City area, as this is where navigation can become more complex. Ensure your fuel tank is sufficiently full before entering the final stretch, as fuel costs are estimated at $38 for the entire trip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.2 miles from Stockbridge, NY, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106 miles.
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 51 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.2 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 2m
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 Stockbridge, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Stockbridge, NY
This is one driving day of about 232.3 miles and 5h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Stockbridge, NY.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on NY 17 for about 106 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 116.2 miles from Stockbridge, NY, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before NY 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0 mi from route
Sloatsburg Service Area
0.1 mi from route
East Branch Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.9 mi from route
Middletown Rest Area
2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 235 decision points cluster between mile 186.8 and 230.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
186.8 mi into trip
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~3h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87, NYST: Albany, New York City
7
187.5 mi into trip
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~3h 58m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 87 Toll South: New York City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 87 Toll South: New York City
9
202.1 mi into trip
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~4h 15m in
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NY 17
Keep slight right at fork onto NY 17 toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward I 287 South, NJ 17 South: New Jersey
8
203.5 mi into trip
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~4h 17m in
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NJ 17
Keep slight left at fork onto NJ 17 toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 66
Toward NJ 17 South: Mahwah
7
230.7 mi into trip
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~4h 55m in
Take the exit toward Rosedale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4B
Toward Rosedale Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$40.66 one way
$81.32 round trip
$4.45/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.82 | $44.06 | $88.13 |
| premium | $5.23 | $47.83 | $95.66 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $57.40 | $114.80 |
Estimated Tolls: $16.68
George Washington Bridge
$16.00
New York State Thruway
(13.7 mi)
$0.68
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
$41
Tolls
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$82–$107
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.7 | 0 | $24.39 | $11.15 |
| Efficient EV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.33 | $9.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.9 | 1 | $32.52 | $14.87 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Stockbridge, NY
Late night in Stockbridge on Friday
Local time
1:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Sunny
NW 9 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
The Bronx, NY
Late night in The Bronx on Friday
Local time
1:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Sunny
N 18 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
57°F
New Berlin, NY
116 mi in
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 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
5h on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
General Grant National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 224.3
Caution: Lower Crypt Access Subject to Safe Conditions
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...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 224.3
View on nps.gov
Stonewall National Monument
National Monument
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...
10 mi from route
~24 min detour
Free
near mile 224.3
View on nps.gov
African Burial Ground National Monument
National Monument
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...
11 mi from route
~27 min detour
Free
near mile 224.3
View on nps.gov
Federal Hall National Memorial
National Memorial
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...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
Free
near mile 224.3
View on nps.gov
Castle Clinton National Monument
National Monument
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...
12 mi from route
~30 min detour
Free
near mile 224.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
The majority of this drive, 83%, is on highways, meaning you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained, high-speed roads. You'll encounter the longest continuous stretch of highway at 106 miles on NY 17. The route transitions to surface roads for the remaining 17% of the trip, likely as you approach your destination in The Bronx. Be prepared for an increase in traffic density and more frequent exits as you get closer to the metropolitan area.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
49 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106 mi on NY 17.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on NY 17 and State Highway 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 186.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 23 significant decision points across 232.3 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 186.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 202.1 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,408 ft
53 ft
Total Climb
1,195 ft
Total Descent
1,817 ft
Highest Point
1,408 ft
~132.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,355 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 Stockbridge, NY and The Bronx, NY, road signs point toward Nyst: Albany, New York City, Gsp South: Paterson, Fort Lee and New York.
Nyst: Albany
186.8 mi in
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~3h 57m
New York City
186.8 mi in
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~3h 57m
Gsp South: Paterson
217.5 mi in
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~4h 36m
Fort Lee
217.5 mi in
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~4h 36m
New York
217.5 mi in
|
~4h 36m
About the Cities
Starting in Stockbridge, NY
Full guide →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
- • Bronx Zoo — metropolitan zoo in the Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
- • New York Botanical Garden — botanical garden in the Bronx, New York City
- • Woodlawn Cemetery — cemetery in the Bronx, New York City
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 5h. Total distance: 232.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106 miles on NY 17. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $16.68 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.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 186.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 187.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 202.1 miles (NY 17): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange 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 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 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.
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, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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